[TowerTalk] W2AU Baluns??

[Wes Attaway (N5WA)]

There are a lot of options for OCF chokes/baluns that are arguably better
than the W2AU model.

For starters, check out the web site of G3TXQ and also the web site of
DJ0IP.  There is a lot of info there about baluns.  It is fun, and not
difficult, to create your own balun tailored to your exact needs.

Maybe you will never have a problem with the balun you are using.  However,
if you study the literature you will probably conclude that you can build
your own choke/balun and thereby have one that is better.


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Wes Attaway (N5WA)
(318) 393-3289 - Shreveport, LA
Computer/Cellphone Forensics
AttawayForensics.com
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-----Original Message-----
From: TowerTalk [mailto:towertalk-bounces at contesting.com] On Behalf Of Jeff
Draughn
Sent: Wednesday, March 15, 2017 8:00 AM
To: TowerTalk at contesting.com
Subject: [TowerTalk] W2AU Baluns??

I recently built an OCF dipole using a W2AU 4:1 balun. It seems to be
working very well especially on 40 and 80 meters but I don't know much
about the balun. I'm a little concerned about the power handling
capabilities. It's not very big but what's left of the label says 1500
watts..I think.
Anyone have any experience with these?
Thanks,
Jeff,
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