[Antennas] Interesting article written by a ham

[fkamp at comcast.net]

Chris BONDE wrote:
> 
> Has anyone done anything with the 'power booster' that is being sold in various
> hardware stores?  They are some sort of rechargable battery (some have inverters
> as well) with the DC outlet and probably a light.

DC outlet or AC outlet?  Seems an inverter would provide AC.

  They can start up to 30 cars without
> recharge, run lights, TV, cell phones and what ever you little heart desires.  (That is
> the ad man.)

Well, I have had batteries that wouldn't start a single car.  I would be
more impressed with a peak ampacity spec and an amphour rating.  Maybe
also discover how long it takes to recharge.


> 
> Basically, how would they work for backup or even operation of a station with lights
> and computer?

>From the description it sounds like they could be used to lash together
some sort of uninterruptable power.  I have not seen these.  

I guess thier usefullness will depend on price versus performance.  I
can buy a deep cycle marine battery for under $100 and a charger for
under $50.  A new, light duty, wizbang doodad would probably not fit my
budget at much over $65.  Especially if it is made in China.

Oops, I just noticed the subject.  I have no idea what this has to do
with antennas or articles, but it is interesting.

Regards,
Frank Kamp