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M2 Antenna Systems 8-30LP9 Assembly Manual

Summary of 8-30LP9

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    M2 antenna systems, inc. 4402 n. Selland ave. Fresno, ca 93722 tel: (559) 432-8873 fax: (559) 432-3059 web: www.M2inc.Com ©2015 m2 antenna systems incorporated 09/21/15 rev.00 model ......................................... 8-30lp9 frequency range ....................... 8 to 30 mhz *gain .............

  • Page 2: 8-30Lp9 Assembly Manual

    Before you begin: look over the detail drawings, element assembly and dimension sheet, to get familiar with the various parts of the log periodic. Tools handy for assembly process: phillips screwdriver, 11/32, 7/16, 1/2, & 9/16” nut drivers, end wrenches and/or sockets, measuring tape. Two container...

  • Page 3: 8-30Lp9 Assembly Manual

    Element mounts, #5 through 8 3. Element #5 mounting plates. Element #5 uses two 2-1/2 x 4” plates and two saddles to attach it to the boom. A 7/8” diameter fiberglass rod gets two 7/8” i.D. Poly rings pushed on and centered just over 4” apart. Align the holes vertical and tighten the hardware. 4. El...

  • Page 4: 8-30Lp9 Assembly Manual

    Note: the following elements have sleeved sections. Most are in place from the factory but if not, wipe the sleeve carefully and lube lightly with oil or w4-40 prior to insertion. If the sleeve sticks or binds at all, stop, stop stop. Do not go further, remove carefully and clean again. It may also ...

  • Page 5: 8-30Lp9 Dimension Sheet

    8-30lp9 dimension sheet.

  • Page 6: 8-30Lp9 Element Assembly

    8-30lp9 element assembly.

  • Page 7: 8-30Lp9 Assembly Manual

    4. Element #3 is has 3 internal sleeves as noted on the element assembly drawing. Again start at the butt and insert the 1-3/8 x 25” sleeve and hold in place with a 1/4-20 x 2” bolt and locknut but don’t tighten. Next, install an element clamp block 1/4” in from the end. Secure with 8-32 x 2” screw ...

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    Linear loaded element assembly.

  • Page 9: 8-30Lp9 Assembly Manual

    7. Boom assembly wipe off any dirt or grit from the coupling rings on the end of the long 3” section. Also clean the inside of the 4” x 20 foot section. Lubricate the inside of the 4” tube and the coupling rings lightly with oil or zinc paste gently insert the 3” section into the 4” boom section. Al...

  • Page 10: 8-30Lp9 Assembly Manual

    12. Overhead boom support system. Install a temporary mast if possible to get the overhead system just right before installing the antenna. Attach one end of the hptg-4000 philistran cable at the eyebolt at the rear end of the boom. Install a thimble or cable eye in the eyebolt. Secure the cable usi...

  • Page 11: 8-30Lp9 Parts & Hardware

    Description ............................................................................................ Qty boom section, 4” x .125 x 240" .................................................................. 1 boom section, 3 x .125 x 240" straight w/ coupling rings to 3-3/4” id ......... 1 boom sect...

  • Page 12: 8-30Lp9 Parts & Hardware

    In hardware box saddle, 4” machined alum. .......................................................................... 16 saddle, 1-1/4”, machined alum. .................................................................. 12 clamp plate, 1/2 x 3 x 6", .500 radius, alum .....................................

  • Page 13: 8-30Lp9 Parts & Hardware

    In hardware bag bolt, 3/8-16 x 5-1/2”, stainless ..................................................................... 16 bolt, 3/8-16 x 4-1/2” stainless ...................................................................... 2 nut, 3/8-16, locking, stainless ............................................