TYPE: The automotive flat inline-blade type seem to be best [RigRunner uses them]. Very large [relative to other designs] contact area, very strong wiping-action on insertion and removal. Not gas-tight, I pull and reinsert mine every now and then, when I think about it.

RATING: Since we're fusing the primary power, I think the old ROT [rule of thumb] has been 125-150% of the likely normal maximum load current. That of course depends on the configuration of the K3. My K3/100 has been fused at 25A for years. That's close to 150% of key-down.

73,

Fred K6DGW
- Northern California Contest Club
- CU in the Cal QSO Party 1-2 Oct 2016
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On 12/9/2015 4:00 PM, Chris Kimball wrote:
I hoping to buy a 100W version of the K3 next year.  I note recommendation
that the rig be fused on both sides of the 12 V supply line.  What is the
recommended fuse type and rating for this application?

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