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Hi-Z Antennas™ Models AL-18, AL-24 V2.0 Base Insulator UPGRADE Manual – pg 1/6 L to R: .875, .750, .625 & .500 (AL-24 ONLY) This latest re-design of the AL series base insulator totally liberates the Full performance of these verticals. They yield a very low base capacitance (pF).
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Hi-Z Antennas™ Models AL-18, AL-24 V2.0 Vertical Assembly Instructions – pg 2/6 CHOOSING A LOCATION FOR THE ANTENNA For best performance, mount the antenna in a clear location away from buildings, towers, feedlines, utility wires, and other antennas. Never mount this antenna in a location that will permit unsuspecting people to come in contact with any part of the antenna.
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Hi-Z Antennas™ Models AL-18, AL-24 V2.0 Vertical Assembly Instructions – pg 3/6 Element UPGRADE Assembly Instructions Please review the last page. These are the mounting dimensions when attaching the vertical and insulator to the mount. REFERENCE ONLY-- Lower all verticals. Remove the existing base insulator as it will be retired.
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Hi-Z Antennas™ Models AL-18, AL-24 V2.0 Vertical Assembly Instructions – pg 4/6 Cable ties to WX-Proofing Pipe to the mount - takes 2 cable ties per holding joint Holding cable tie- Holds amp inside pipe HIGH PERFORMANCE HF RECEIVING SYSTEMS & COMPONENTS...
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Hi-Z Antennas™ Models AL-18, AL-24 V2.0 Vertical Assembly Instructions – pg 5/6 AL-24 Vertical Base Mounting Dimensions PVC SHIM 4ea 6x32 SS k-locks 12” L X .875”OD base tube ¾” X 7” Fiberglas rod 2ea 6x32x1.5” SS PH screws 875” X 6ft element base tube –...
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Hi-Z Antennas™ Models AL-18, AL-24 V2.0 Vertical Assembly Instructions – pg 6/6 .875” element Top of 12” x .875 base tube Base tube Flush with top of angel mount Element terminal 13” wire Hi-Z Amp Element Wire SHIM #20 SS Clamps Holding Cable Ties For 4”...
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