Mike et al;
Frankly, I think we've whipped the general OCF topic to death. Personally
I have thoroughly enjoyed the discussions and I've leaned a lot, mostly for
my future antenna location. The results and info provided from others has
proven to illuminate a wealth of information.
While, as Rick said, I don't personally nor presently favor OCF antennas, it
may become one of my "needs" an thus discussions such as these are very
fruitful.
Secondly, the balun discussion is one that could go on for years. There
are indeed many valid uses for the various balun configurations. And as
Rick pointed out, just because one does it, doesn't make it correct.
Sometimes companies play "follow the leader" and end up with less than
optimum results. What was in demand for applications 20 years ago may not
be the same as the needs today.
My concluding point, lets keep an open mind, lets learn from others and lets
enjoy the hobby. After all it is a hobby and not a profession.
73
Bob, K4TAX
----- Original Message -----
From: "Mike Bryce" <prosolar@sssnet.com>
To: "Discussion of Ten-Tec Equipment" <tentec@contesting.com>
Sent: Friday, July 12, 2013 10:14 AM
Subject: Re: [TenTec] OCF antennas evolution
Bob,
I can't explain it.
What I know is that every antenna tuner I've ever own, every one that is
currently in production, has a 4:1 balun inside.
if what you, rick, and everyone else is saying is right, why then don't
the manufactures of antenna matching devices (I never liked the term
antenna tuners as they don't tune the antenna) include 1:1 current balun
instead of 4:1 voltage baluns.
from my cheap POS MFJ tuner in use for camping, to those $3K Palstar
units, they all come with 4:1 internal baluns.
Mike Bryce, WB8VGE
the heathkit shop
SunLight energy systems
J e e p
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On Jul 12, 2013, at 12:28 AM, Bob McGraw - K4TAX wrote:
Then explain why a 4:1 balun is needed. Heck I might learn something.
73
Bob K4tAX
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