
When and Where to Use Baluns
By W4ULDThe document provides a comprehensive overview of baluns, which are devices used to connect balanced loads, like dipole antennas, to unbalanced inputs, such as coaxial cables. It covers various types of baluns, including voltage and current baluns, and their design, construction, and testing. The text discusses the importance of baluns in preventing RF currents on coax shields and their applications in Ham radio setups. It also includes practical advice on selecting and using baluns based on antenna impedance and power ratings, along with detailed performance evaluations and construction tips for different balun configurations.
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You will find this resource in just one category on our links directory. The title of the main category is Baluns and it deals mainly with Balun Construction. Baluns are devices to balance unbalanced systems.. The link to this resource has been on our site since Thursday Sep 8 2016, and it has been followed 1554 times. So far it received 9 votes for a total score of 7.00/10Last updated: 2025-03-01
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