Balun Hybrids include an impedance balun (2:1, 4:1, 6:1, 9:1, 16:1, etc) and a 1:1 balun (choke) in a single enclosure. Use on OCF, loop, terminated dipoles and similar coax fed antennas requiring an impedance transformer Suppresses common mode current on the coax outer braid (prevents your dipole from acting as a tripole!).
Simple Dipole Feed Line Choke for 1/4" coax (1.8-61 MHz)
The simplest, most cost effective feed line choke is a ferrite ring installed as shown in the picture (at the antenna feed point).
Improves antenna pattern by preventing your dipole from becoming a tripole
Prevents pesky coax braid radiation and RFI
for best results use multiple turns through center
Use one choke for each antenna feed line - take a 3 foot piece of G-8X (part# RG8X-3) and wrap 10-12 turns thru center for a good feed line choke.
