[Elecraft] [K2] K2 battery source in UK

[Stephen Prior]

Hi Dave

There are some Yuasa batteries on eBay at the moment specified as deep
cycle, but I agree that most of these batteries are only designed for
standby use and in most applications will only ever sit on float charge
throughout their working life.

I was just hoping for one with greater capacity than the current offerings!

73 Stephen G4SJP



On 31/01/2009 19:19, "Dave G4AON" <elecraft at astromag.co.uk> wrote:

> 
> I agree Stephen! I only bought the KBT2-X (that's the kit w/o the
> battery) and used a 2.3 AH battery as that was the largest capacity I
> could find in the UK that would fit (Yuasa from memory, although I am
> now on my 2nd battery and can't recall the typle).
> 
> What ruins these batteries is being completely discharged, keeping them
> fully charged shouldn't be a problem. Just don't expect too much from
> the battery and replace it from time to time.
> 
> 73 Dave, G4AON
> ----------------------
> To buy a replacement from Elecraft and then pay for the 1kg battery to be
> shipped from CA to the UK is crazy. I'd be grateful for any pointers from
> UK readers!
> 
> Thanks and 73
> 
> Stephen G4SJP
>