Coax Lightning Protection Basics
If you can't see the video, please insert this title URL into your browser search box: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PXBHwbrEWM . This is post 2168 in a continuing series of simple ham radio antennas. Thanks to RSPSupply.com for this concise, easy-to-understand tutorial on lightning protection for your antenna system. You may want to store a copy of this video for future reference. Here are the key points discussed in this video: "You probably want lightning protection for you coax connection to your communication equipment. A lightning strike in the area can create a potential difference between the center conductor and the cable shielding which will transfer high voltage differential and damaging current flow through your equipment. This can destroy the expensive communication equipment. For a small price, you can install a lightning protector to protect your equipment. First let’s talk about the basics of what you look for when to select the right lightni