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Originally Posted by rabbit73
If the antenna is outside, the coax shield should be grounded with a grounding block that is connected to the house electrical system ground with 10 gauge copper wire for electrical safety and to reject interference. For further compliance with the electrical code (NEC), the mast should also be grounded in a similar manner to drain any buildup of static charge, but the system will not survive a direct strike.
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I've seen that image. Doesn't make sense to me to run 2 ground wires. Tie one wire to the mast and shield. The shield should be able to be grounded anywhere as long as its grounded wouldn't you agree?