[Collins] Re: Advantages/disadvantages of an "L" tuner circuit?

[Jim Brannigan]

I have used "L" and my current tuner is a classic "T" type.   There was a
tuner comparison article in QST a few years ago.  The article looked at
losses, matching range, harmonic supression.
Also, in May 2002 QST there is an interesting (3 part) article on a 2KW
auto-tuner.  The tuner is a "new" design and the development is documented
in the article.  I'm looking at it (sans the auto components) as a
replacement for my T-match tuner.

Building a tuner is the way to go.  It will cost less than a commercial
model and you can use quality HV components.

Jim

> All:
>
> Just took a look at Ten-Tec's lineup. I was surprised that they show their
> tuner using an "L" configuration for matching. I was considering building
a
> 1KW tuner and if TenTec chooses an L designed, I figured "why not". Can
> anyone convince me either way? Oh, so that the topic is not off subject:
> it's for my Collins and Johnson rigs
>
> 73 de Cal, N6KYR