Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

Thanks! I really do appreciate the advice! Doug KE0GOM Sent from my iPad > On Jul 27, 2022, at 7:14 AM, Rich WC3T wrote: > > I took them out just as a prophylactic measure. I *think* I know that Ni-Cd > cells don’t burst/leak over time but I would rather not perform that > experiment

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

I took them out just as a prophylactic measure. I *think* I know that Ni-Cd cells don’t burst/leak over time but I would rather not perform that experiment with a KX3. My Bioenno battery is a small price (in $ and peace of mind) to ensure that I don’t destroy my radio. :) 72, Rich Hurd /

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

I stopped keeping batteries (NiMH) in the internal tray when the rig got stuck in an error state while trying to update the firmware. The fix for the issue was to remove all power to the radio for a short time, maybe half a minute, then restore power and update the firmware again. Trouble is, if

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

I have Eneloop Pro batteries in mine. I replaced them (originally called Eneloop XX) after seven years. A bit after that, one had a small leak. So mine are now on a five year replacement schedule. wunder K6WRU Walter Underwood https://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog) > On Jul 26, 2022, at

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

On 7/26/2022 4:56 PM, Doug Plunkett wrote: to avoid the rare instance of a battery leaking onto the circuitry. Several years ago, I switched away from lead-acid batteries in most of equipment that uses AA and AAA cells in favor of NiMH rechargeables, after reading that they are far less

[Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

I operate my KX3 primarily as a base station as it’s the only rig I own. Love the rig and do occasionally operate portable without an external power supply. I recently heard that it’s recommended to remove the internal batteries with the rig is used primarily as a base station and connected to

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

I follow the dictum, "Never put anything with 'Li' in its name inside the radio."  I've always charged all of them outside, even though LiFePO4 are pretty stable.  Had an LiPoly RC battert burst into flames once while on the deck in the Spartan Sprint with the KX1.  It was on a pigtail, I

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

Scott, The KX2 will not produce its full 12 watt output with the internal battery pack - expect a maximum of 10 watts, but if battery life is a consideration, use 5 watts output. You can always use an external power supply or battery pack of up to 15 volts to provide full 12 watts output.

[Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

I don't own a KX3, but it appears the internal batteries are a limitation. By contrast, the KX2, which I do own, uses an 11 V internal Li-Ion (Li-FePO, I believe) battery, and is designed to provide full output at that voltage. (The KX3 requires at least 12 V.) One possibility for the KX3

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

I found that the standard Eneloops were better for my KX3 than the Eneloop Pro. While the Eneloop Pro has a higher total capacity at lower rates of discharge than the standard Eneloop, my samples had a higher internal resistance than the standard Eneloop. That translated into a greater voltage sag

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

My Eneloop (non-pro) 1900mAh are still going strong almost three years later. The pros were not available yet when I purchased the KX3. 72 Howard Kraus, K2UD Jeff Davis wrote: > It's time to initiate the three-month old KX3 into the great outside. > >

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

Amen. Second the motion. Get the Eneloops. 73 de Ray K2ULR -Original Message- From: Grant Youngman <ghyoung...@gmail.com> To: Jeff Davis <stuck...@gmail.com> Cc: elecraft <elecraft@mailman.qth.net> Sent: Wed, May 9, 2018 10:32 am Subject: Re: [Elecraft] KX3

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

I've had good results in a number of applications with any of the "pre-charged" NiMH. "pre-charged" is the key. That's the normal marketing-speak for low-self-discharge. Eneloops are a very safe bet. 73 -- Lynn On 5/9/2018 8:01 AM, Walter Underwood wrote: No, the Amazon Basics batteries

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

How do they test for actual capacity? The first Q on Amazon says these 2800 mAh batteries actually tested as 2000 mAh. That is believable, since they are about half the cost of the Amazon Basics batteries. Amazon Q: https://www.amazon.com/ask/questions/Tx1YAAW3L67OV3R/ wunder K6WRU Walter

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

I am a happy Eneloop customer; however, I'm also evaluating - and having a productive time with - the Bonai brand from Amazon; specifically these. http://a.co/6KSjWJP Specs are advertised as 2800 mAH, low self discharge. On Wed, May 9, 2018 at 10:29 AM Grant Youngman

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

No, the Amazon Basics batteries are not the same as the Eneloop Pro. For one thing, they are 2400 mAh instead of 2550 mAh. The best bet is that Amazon Basics batteries are the previous version of Eneloops, made in the old factory. But that is a guess. Personally, I’m not interested in saving

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

Thanks for all the suggestions. Batteries ordered and on the way. Much appreciated! 73, Jeff KE9V On Wed, May 9, 2018 at 10:51 AM Walter Underwood wrote: > Yes, Eneloop Pro. > > wunder > K6WRU > Walter Underwood > CM87wj > http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog) > > >

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HZV9WTM/ - Same as above, but cheaper. On Wed, May 9, 2018 at 10:29 AM, Grant Youngman wrote: > Panasonic Eneloop Pro … > > > Grant NQ5T > K3 #2091, KX3 #8342 > > > On May 9, 2018, at 10:18 AM, Jeff Davis wrote: >

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

Yes, Eneloop Pro. wunder K6WRU Walter Underwood CM87wj http://observer.wunderwood.org/ (my blog) > On May 9, 2018, at 7:29 AM, Grant Youngman wrote: > > Panasonic Eneloop Pro … > > > Grant NQ5T > K3 #2091, KX3 #8342 > >> On May 9, 2018, at 10:18 AM, Jeff Davis

Re: [Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

Panasonic Eneloop Pro … Grant NQ5T K3 #2091, KX3 #8342 > On May 9, 2018, at 10:18 AM, Jeff Davis wrote: > > It's time to initiate the three-month old KX3 into the great outside. > > Recommendations for internal batteries appreciated. >

[Elecraft] KX3 Internal Batteries

It's time to initiate the three-month old KX3 into the great outside. Recommendations for internal batteries appreciated. Thanks. 73, Jeff KE9V __ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help:

Re: [Elecraft] kx3 internal batteries question

-Original Message- From: Greg Troxel [mailto:g...@lexort.com] Sent: Sunday, October 20, 2013 8:29 AM To: Richard Gagnon Cc: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] kx3 internal batteries question I then removed all 8 batteries and checked their voltage (no load, just with an old

Re: [Elecraft] kx3 internal batteries question

I then removed all 8 batteries and checked their voltage (no load, just with an old Simpson VOM) and 4 batteries measured 1.2 V and the other 4 were at 0.0 V. I am not sure why they would be different, nor do I understand the BATT ERROR message. [Others have explained BATT ERROR.] It

Re: [Elecraft] kx3 internal batteries question

The KXBC3 checks battery voltage before starting a charge, and if it's not within a reasonable range (6.4V to 11.2V) it will indicate an error condition. Battery manufacturers recommend not discharging cells below 0.9V, and healthy cells will normally hold a residual charge pretty well

[Elecraft] kx3 internal batteries question

I have a question about the batteries in my KX3. I purchased and installed 8 Anasman 2850 NiMH batteries in the KX3 and have used the radio successfully on these batteries for several months, including several recharge cycles with the KX3 internal charger. I last used the KX3 several months

Re: [Elecraft] kx3 internal batteries question

@mailman.qth.netSubject: [Elecraft] kx3 internal batteries questionI have a question about the batteries in my KX3. I purchased and installed 8 Anasman 2850 NiMH batteries in the KX3 andhave used the radio successfully on these batteries for several months,including several recharge cycles with the KX3 internal

Re: [Elecraft] kx3 internal batteries question

...@gagnonconsulting.com; elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] kx3 internal batteries question Richard,The one place that the KX3 Owners Manual seems to be short on is an explanation of the various KXBC3 Charger error messages.  They are all in the KXBC3 Installation and Operation