[TowerTalk] BN-86

[Jim W7RY]

I have a picture of the interior of a BN-86 if you would like to see it.

It's simply tri-filer wound on a ferrite core about 5 inches long. It uses
#14 enameled wire.


73
Jim W7RY

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Joe Giacobello" <k2xx at swva.net>
To: "Bernard" <wtrone at comcast.net>
Cc: <towertalk at contesting.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 17, 2004 7:55 PM
Subject: Re: [TowerTalk] BN-86


> I admit this is from a long time ago, but I vaguely remember that when
> you open up the BN-86, it is nothing more than a coil of coax.  A
> ferrite bead, current balun should do the same job...and maybe better..
>
> 73, Joe
>
> Bernard wrote:
>
> >    I am going to replace the BN-86 on my TH7 this Spring.  I am
wondering if anyone has bought a BN-86 since MFJ took over the Hy-Gain
operation?  If so, what do you think of the quality of the balun?
> >
> >    Anyone have any ideas for a "quality" balun to replace the BN-86.
> >
> >    73
> >
> >    Bernard, WA4OEJ
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