Eneloop XX batteries are an excellent choice and can be charged in the KX3. --wunder, K6WRU
On Nov 9, 2013, at 2:42 PM, Todd Atkins <[email protected]> wrote: > Greetings Elecraft group, Todd Atkins K4MSW here. I've been QRT for some > time but recently ordered the KX3 kit loaded up with all options and about > to jump back in the hobby again. I am needing to place an order for some > power options and wanted to run this by you guys, first. I did attempt to > search the reflector for battery info but a lot of it looks old/outdated > and I'm getting older too, so I need some guidance/advice. > > 1. As for internal batteries, seems that a good deal is the Sanyo Eneloop > XX 2500mAh LSDs. I can get 8 of these on Amazon for $30.24 shipped. Are > these adequate? Also, the internal battery charger on the KX3 will charge > these just fine (probably overnight) so I don't need a separate charger, > correct? > > 2. I'd like to have a power cord/wall cord just in case I'm outta > batteries or need to operate at home. I want the full 10-12 watts out of > the rig, so I realize I need a proper 13v+ clean supply. I found one on > Allelectronics for $16.00 > > http://www.allelectronics.com/make-a-store/item/PS-154/15VDC-4A-SWITCHING-POWER-SUPPLY/1.html > > and the specs are: Model # SPU-45. Input: 100-240V 50/60Hz, 1.2A Max. > Output: 15Vdc, 4A. 6' cord with right-angle 2.1mm coax power plug, center > positive. Would this one be ok? > > 3. I do want to be able to get the 10-12W portable as well, so I'm hunting > for reasonably priced LIPO, LiFePO4, or A123 but I'd rather not have to > mess with a voltage limiter, etc. I've looked at the A123's sold on the > Buddipole site but they are a bit expensive. The 4S1P and the Cellpro > Multi4 Charger combined are about $175. Can anyone comment on this brand? > I know Buddipole puts APP connectors on the battery and charger which is > nice. Any other more cost effective options you guys have used > successfully? > > 4. Anyone have link for an appropriate power cable that plugs into a car > cigarette lighter? Would it be safe to go straight into the KX3 from the > cigarette lighter, or maybe fuse is needed? > > Many thanks in advance guys. Sorry if I've asked for information already > covered. Links and references to previous threads, sources, and articles > would be great, and of course your replies/advice are appreciated. > > 73 de Todd, K4MSW > ______________________________________________________________ > Elecraft mailing list > Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft > Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm > Post: mailto:[email protected] > > This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net > Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html -- Walter Underwood [email protected] ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:[email protected] This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
