Re: [Elecraft] Can I overcharge the batteries in my KX3

2017-05-04 Thread Bill Johnson
On Behalf Of Matt Zilmer Sent: Thursday, May 4, 2017 6:07 PM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Can I overcharge the batteries in my KX3 The KX3's internal charger is intended to charge _NiMH_ batteries. Its output is a constant 200 mA. At that current level, you a

Re: [Elecraft] Can I overcharge the batteries in my KX3

2017-05-04 Thread Mark Petiford via Elecraft
First of all, forget the Nicads.  The KX3 isn't really designed for Nicads, and they have a lot of problems such as excessive self discharge, and leakage.  If you want rechargeable cells, use modern low self discharge (LSD) nickle-metal hydride (NiMH) cells.  Eneloops are one example, and probab

Re: [Elecraft] Can I overcharge the batteries in my KX3

2017-05-04 Thread Matt Zilmer
The KX3's internal charger is intended to charge _NiMH_ batteries. Its output is a constant 200 mA. At that current level, you are unlikely to overcharge the AA cells, and all that will happen is that they'll stay warm. Theway I handle mobile ops with batteries is to run the charger in 4 ho

[Elecraft] Can I overcharge the batteries in my KX3

2017-05-04 Thread Jerry
Hello, I am about to take a month long trip to California and then back to Virginia starting this Sunday. I am taking my KX3 along with some accessories so I would like to know - is it possible to overcharge the NiCads or Enloops. I have a system set up on my motorcycle that will provide 13.8vd