Re: Topband: I need help proofing an Inverted L model I made please. 40

[Jim Brown <jim@audiosystemsgroup.com>]

On 12/10/2020 4:33 AM, Rob Atkinson wrote:
> I've never understood what is gained by using a balun at the feedpoint
> in this application.   The feedline is unbalanced as is the load.
> What's the point of a balun.
That's the problem with the word "balun." A CHOKE is needed at the 
feedpoint so that the feedline does not become a radial.
73, Jim K9YC
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