Amateur Radio Gubbins
The new RSGB Syllabus has been revealed, and it shows a significant shift of learning topics from Intermediate to Foundation. For a more detailed explanation of the changes (and some interesting comments), please see the Essex Ham website. For a…
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As you’re probably aware, it’s good practice to have a Balun where BAL(anced) meets UN(balanced) feeder and the following is my latest accessory for when I’m operating “Portable“. This is a very simple 1:1 Choke Balun made from a PL259,…
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Today’s bit of homebrew saw me wind and test a 4:1 Current Balun – The PZT Shack features an aerial connection plate in the wall cavity which includes a couple of 1:1 Choke Baluns – One of these is in…
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