Wondering when to use a 4:1 vs 9:1 balun?
Use a 4:1 balun when matching a 200 ohm load to 50 ohm coax and transceiver.
Use a 9:1 balun, on the other hand, as your go-to for 450 ohm antennas setups.
⚡️It’s all about getting your antenna impedance down closer to 50 ohms.⚡️
#balun #ham #hamradio #amateurradio #hf #rf #radio #k4ogo
https://youtu.be/KTRF8TWZQds
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