Denno wrote:

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That's what I was hoping. Actually, I have a few other dipoles out
there with similar stuff and they've been fine. Some antennas are for
other folks so I want to be sure it doesn't turn into a disaster.

I know from experience that tin-coated copper strand is used in the
marine industry because the tin makes the copper much more corrosion
resistant.

As for Copperweld, anyone ever use it?

Not sure what you meant by "loaded question". :-) But I don't visit
the NG's very often.

Thanks,
Denno

I am a "hobbyist", perhaps like yourself ...

Some might think the oxidization of the tin, copper, etc. may result in
increased losses (and yes, I have heard this argued--I can only guess)
--indeed, logic itself suggests this. I don't know. I have not even
attempted to measure it. And, I lack the ability to measure such and my
"experiments" take me another avenue ... from use of "oxidized
antennas", I don't think it amounts to a significant reduction in
"perceived and/or real performance."

Contacts are important ... I would doubt the antenna you propose would
be without them ...

Warm regards,
JS