[TowerTalk] Any BN-86 Balun Replacement Suggestions?

[Lee Buller]

I have replaced the BN-86 with a 1:1 balun from Radio Works.  Worked OK.  I think it was rated at 4 KW.  Typical SWR curve after replacement.  Just used hose clamps to attach it to the boom.

You could also use about 10 turns of RG-8 (or what ever type) in a 10" circle.  I have done that in the past too and works OK.

The DX Engineering baluns should be fine.

Lee - K0WA



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