[Elecraft] Enclosure for BL1?

I would like to mount a BL1 in a weatherproof enclosure in a permanent location near the feedpoint of my antenna. What type of case would be recommended? Should metal be used for shielding or does it interfere with the balun? What material and size is best? Darrell -- Darrell Bellerive

RE: [Elecraft] Enclosure for BL1?

Darrell, Either a plastic or metal enclosure would work just fine - no need for shielding (a balun should be self shielding), and there should be little if any effects from metal at a reasonable distance (1/2 inch or so) from the wires. If it were my choice, I would prefer plastic since it is