I want to replace the 12 turn coax balun and coax on my older Cushcraft 2 el 40. Has anyone used the balun from the later XM-240? I don't see a rating on it and might look for a 4 or 5KW balun (1 to
Author: Timothy Coker via TowerTalk <towertalk@contesting.com>
Date: Fri, 19 Jan 2018 04:49:46 +0000 (UTC)
I'd use a Balun Designs 1115t for that exact application. Use an appropriate sized Tywrap, some Scotch 88 and be done with it. I've had my pre-MFJ XM240 using the stock balun, but if doing it again I
There are no special 402CD requirements, almost any 1:1 Balun will work and be better than the coil of coax. Many have screw terminals where you supply wire leads of the appropriate length to connect
Dave, Go with a a balun designs ( balundesigns.com ) 1115d with the studs on top. Go from the balun studs to the element halves with a length of wire and ring terminals crimped/soldered. For mounti
Unless there's been a recent design change, Balun Designs (BD) doesn't seal in and around the stainless hardware. The gasketed cover seals are not the issue. I've experienced water leakage getting in
I'd highly recommend the 1116dt from Balun Designs. (Optimized for 160M, 80M, and 40M.) http://www.balundesigns.com/model-1116d-1-31-mhz-5kw-optimized-for-low-frequ encies/ It is important to keep th
<Dave, <Go with a a balun designs? ( balundesigns.com ) 1115d with the studs on <top.? Go from the balun studs to the element halves with a length of <wire and ring terminals crimped/soldered. <For m
Jim Good points. It reminded me that my original post was for tribanders. The 1116 would be a better choice for 40m. Rich - N5ZC <Dave, <Go with a a balun designs? ( balundesigns.com ) 1115d with th
Sounds like the 1116d is the best choice although I did find a K6NA 1 to 1 balun in my junk box. Rated at 5 KW. Thanks all 73 Dave K4JRB _______________________________________________ ______________
I'd highly recommend the 1116dt from Balun Designs. (Optimized for 160M, 80M, and 40M.) http://www.balundesigns.com/model-1116d-1-31-mhz-5kw-optimized-for-low-frequ encies/ Does this balun put the dr
<I'd highly recommend the 1116dt from Balun Designs. (Optimized for 160M, 80M, and 40M.) http://www.balundesigns.com/model-1116d-1-31-mhz-5kw-optimized-for-low-frequ encies/ Does this balun put the d