Pole top extension accessories and methods of using same

摘要

A system for attaching to the top end of a pole, such as a power pole supporting at least one power line. The system can include an extension bracket engaged to a top end of the pole and an extension bayonet extending from said extension bracket. A raptor perch assembly can be engaged to a top end of the extension bayonet. One or more accessories, such as a wireless antenna, can be attached to the extension bayonet below the raptor perch assembly. The accessories can be engaged to the extension bayonet via one or more accessory mounting brackets. A deflecting assembly can be positioned between the raptor perch assembly and the accessory to prevent debris dropped from the raptor perch assembly from lodging on the accessory. The deflecting assembly can be engaged to the extension bayonet and/or to the raptor perch assembly.

主权项

1. A system comprising:
a) a pole supporting a power line; b) an extension bracket assembly for engaging a distal end of said pole; c) an extension bayonet having a proximal end engaged with said bracket assembly; d) a perch assembly having a hub bracket and at least one lateral support member extending outwardly from said hub bracket, said hub bracket having a center member engaged with a distal end of said extension bayonet; and e) an accessory assembly engaged to said extension bayonet between said perch assembly and said extension bracket assembly.