RadioBanter - View Single Post - lead-in cable through roof

November 24th 03, 09:45 AM

In article ,
(Ken Maltz) wrote:

I need to run several coax cables through my asphalt shingle, peaked roof.
Needless to say, I'd like to do this in a way that would be weatherproof and
neat. Perhaps someone on the list has done this successfully and can
offer some
suggestions?

Thanks in advance-
Ken Maltz
Jericho, NY
NRD-535D, NRD-220 Collins R-388, Racal RA6790/GM,
ICOM R71A, ICOM R-7100(x2), AOR AR-8000
Panasonic RF-2200, Sony ICF-7600GR,
Hoka Code3 Gold-Pro, 60' long wire, MLB balun

It's certainly possible to run cables through the roof without leaks.
I'd use a plumbing vent flashing and some ABS or PVC pipe.
I'm not sure what's used in your area but here you can get ABS from
1-1/4" to 3" . A couple of elbows on top will make a U shape to take care
of rain. Make sure you understand the flashing installation or hire
someone who does.

Norman Deveau
Yarmouth NS CAN
SWL and Pro handyman since early 70's