I run the entire hamshack on 4 EV-1 pullouts and 3-55W Solar panels. I
estimate the batteries will run two rigs and the computers for about 2-3 weeks
if
I include the TiVo.
Al WA6VNN
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From: "J F" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>; "Elecraft Discussion List"
Sent: Sunday, June 03, 2007 6:20 AM
Subject: [Elecraft] K2: ext battery suggestions?
> I use sealed GelCells Doug...
>
> These are the found in
I use sealed GelCells Doug...
These are the found in UPS units, usually in pairs.
The price is right I can get them for free when the
cells "fail". It seems that one battery will go well
before another.
I use them in tandem with the internal battery for
QRP. Picked up a Solar panel to keep a char
In a message dated 6/2/07 6:07:47 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED]
writes:
> What are folks using in terms of an external battery for the K2?
I have generic 7 AH and 12 AH gel cells for when I take the K2 away from AC.
I also have a zero-cost charger for them. It's an old, small UP
Doug:
In order to run the K2 at full power for an extended period of time I
use a 73 Amp-hour gelled electrolyte battery and a PG40S SuperPWRgate
both from West Mountain Radio. The regular station power supply
furnishes charging power.
I cannot tell you how long it will last because I've nev
I assume you are talking about the QRP 15W K2, Doug.
I've had excellent results with a 7 AH sealed 12V AGM battery. Mine is made
by Interstate, but there are many vendors with similar size and ratings.
Size is 6" x 3.75" x 2.5" and it weighs in at a little under 6 lbs. Will
run K2 on receive for
What are folks using in terms of an external battery for the K2?
I'm sure there are lots of options, so please include
advantages/disadvantages of each.
I've look at the archive and unless I'm doing something wrong, I don't
get a lot of hits with respect to the k2.
Thanks,
de Doug KR2Q
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