[TowerTalk] Baluns and SWR-2

Tom Rauch W8JI@contesting.com
Sat, 26 May 2001 14:14:27 -0400


> There is a "Transmission Line 1:1 Balun" called the "Collins Bazooka" that
> is the best balun of all.  It has no power limitations other than the coax
> capacity. 

I think everyone is talking about transmission line transformers, 
suitable for use in multiband applications. Not single band sleeve or 
stub baluns.

The most effective balun for almost any antenna application is a 
choke balun, also called a current balun.
73, Tom W8JI
W8JI@contesting.com 

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