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| Reviews Summary for Balun Designs 1:1 Feedline Isolation Balun |
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Reviews: 16
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Average rating: 5.0/5
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MSRP: $49.95
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Description: 1:1 3kw and 6kw baluns providing balanced to unbalanced transition and common mode choking for feedline decoupling
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More info: http://www.balundesigns.com
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W9AC
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Rating: 5/5
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Nov 23, 2008 18:11
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An excellent balun
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Time owned: 3 to 6 months
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After using three of Bob's baluns, I am very satisfied with the results. The primary reason for purchasing Bob's balun over his competition is that I know the design and materials used in the product. If I cannot determine what's happening inside the box, I won't use it. Manufacturers of similar products "pot" the core in an attempt to keep others from duplicating their work.
Each balun is carefully assembled and inserted into a weatherproof and gasketed NEMA enclosure. My most recent balun was customized for use on the input to my AG6K balanced ATU. I provided Bob with cable specifications and a few days later, the balun arrived, ready to be placed into service.
A solid 5.
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K2VI
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Rating: 5/5
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Nov 23, 2008 13:31
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Updated report
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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First off please disregard my previous review below, This balun is truly indestructible.I had a al-1500 amp on AM running 900 watts full key into this 1:1 balun for almost an hour of qso on 75 meters with my 450 ohm fed dipole, the balun is mounted outside my window frame,After this brutal wattage pumping into this balun i could not feel any heat what so ever.My amp was huffing but not this balun, Im impressed.This balun will most probably be passed down to my son one day.great work, great product and it's made in the states.
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HK3PZ
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Rating: 5/5
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Jul 25, 2008 06:27
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Pleasant and effective experience
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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The installation of a 1115u balun to isolate a long vertical feedline, about 115 ft, reduced considerably both the SWR and noise level at my station. The whole process from choosing the right balun to receiving it in Colombia was pleasant and fast, due to the excellent service provided by Bob.
Alberto HK3PZ
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VE6AGE
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Rating: 5/5
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Jul 23, 2008 11:16
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Bob is the best for all your balun needs.
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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Very good customer service. What else can I say. Bob's the best. I would not hesitate to buy from him again. I'm very satisfied with his product, and so will you.
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W0OGH
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Rating: 5/5
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Jun 8, 2008 12:17
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Excellent product
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Time owned: 6 to 12 months
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I bought a couple of these from Bob. One for my tri-band beam and the 2nd one for use with a 30 meter antenna. I have to reflect the same feelings as other folks about his service both in the ordering process as well as cust. support. I've not had any issue with either item but have exchanged emails with Bob a couple of times. He built them as i asked and they work as they should. He's my choice for future purchases of baluns. Great to see a product built to work as it should and a reputable person (ham) to deal with. Three cheers!
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KA6SGT
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Rating: 5/5
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May 6, 2008 23:26
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Excellent Products at a Great Price!
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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After reading some of the great information availble from Balun-Designs regarding the use of an isolation transformer, I realized I needed one for my GAP Titan vertical. Had some issues with SWR across all bands on the Titan and was unsuccessful at resolving them using the troubleshooting instructions. However, after installing the Balun-Designs #1113u Isolation Balun, the SWR came down considerable across all bands and the noise level drop was amazing! This last weekend I could hear and work stations from 7-Land QP and NEQP from Indiana like never before. The construction quality of Balun-Design product is top notch and the value unsurpassed. Shipping charges are refreshingly reasonable, too. Also purchased the mounting plate (#BMP1) in an effort to save time in securely mounting the balun. The clamps look like they'll fit a 2" boom fine. I used it to mount to a 1.5" mast and had plenty of strap left over. I'm very please with these products and plan to add a 4:1 balun for my lowband doublet later this year.
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N2CLB
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Rating: 5/5
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Mar 30, 2008 14:08
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top notch
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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top notch what more can i say placed order after reading eham reviews had item in hand in 4 days and item was 3X better made that i had hoped for this man knows how to make a balun i will be back for more next time.
Camden
N2CLB
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K7FF
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Rating: 5/5
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Mar 8, 2008 11:13
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Nice products!
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I am convinced that ALL antennas, whether with so-called 'balanced' or 'unbalanced' feed, absolutely require a balun at the feedpoint.
I have made my own lots of times, using ferrite beads, and coiled coaxial feedline. They work fine...but, aren't compact, easy to make and install, etc. etc.
By referral, I checked out Balun Designs. I called and talked with the owner, Bob, KZ5R. He turned out to be extremely accomadating, and worked with me to get EXACTLY what I wanted. He customized the input/output connectors to make the baluns I ordered fit my particular needs. He answered all of my questions so that when we were finished, we both knew what I was going to get.
The baluns are top-notch, and are designed and constructed beautifully straight-forward.
I will be buying more of Bob's fine baluns.
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VK4COG
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Rating: 5/5
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Feb 16, 2008 07:53
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Excellent quality...nice price
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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Bob is a great guy to deal with and his attention to detail is second to none....a custom wound balun, to the style you like, all with lightning fast personal service. I have bought 1:1 chokes, 4:1 and 6:1 baluns from Bob and have them all in service with great results. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone wanting a quality product at a very reasonable price.
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AF5U
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Rating: 5/5
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Jan 15, 2008 19:48
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Simply Better Than Others
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I have seen lots of baluns. I have even made my own many times. This one is better than the others and is from a guy who cares and takes pride in being the best. Do yourself a favor and save some money and get a quality product from BalunDesigns.com
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