Because you cant run 50 ohm output to a 450 ohm impedeance...........

thanks to all who answered


Steve



On Fri, 05 Aug 2005 20:34:23 -0500, Cecil Moore
wrote:

S.Fritts wrote:
In reference to the discussion about the fellow wanting to run several
antennas with seperate ladder lines, is it ok to terminate the ladder
line with a 4:1 balun and the run the coax from the balun to the
tuner? I also want to run at least two center fed zepp type antennas
fed with ladder line. Can I just terminate the ladder lines outside
with a 4:1 balun on each and run two coax feed lines to an antenna
switch inside the house?

Why do you think you need a 4:1 balun?