[Elecraft] power source and noise

Sun Nov 3 05:37:01 2002

Fred wrote:

> I bought a 35 amp/hr deep cycle battery at a low cost
> store for about $22.

I've had a similar arrangement with a plain auto lead-acid battery on
permanent float charge for several years for my VHF linear.. Only needs an
occiasional water topup. The battery is permanently in parallel with a
little 5A PSU. No electrical noise, plenty of amps.

Tony
G7IGG
----- Original Message -----
From: "Indy" <[email protected]>
To: <[email protected]>
Sent: Saturday, November 02, 2002 6:27 PM
Subject: [Elecraft] power source and noise

> Just a thought...  It will run the K2 without need for recharge for a
> VERY long time, maybe 48 hours of continuous contest style use, or a month
> of casual use.  Recharging by any of many methods is simple.  Won't carry
it
> with you, but for home use, nothing could be quieter, and very little
> cheaper.
>
> 72
>
> Fred
> K2 # 700
>
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