[Elecraft] [K3] Re: New Output Power Questions

[Mike Rodgers]

Everything you add on the 13.8v line is likely to cause a problem at some point in time. My k3 came with no fuses on the power cord with same explanation. 

If your going to use fuses, use the oversize car stereo variety for more contact area. Gold plated ones available as well. Even Wal Mart has them now.  

When Lan reported the issue, nothing was said that I recall about a power distribution panel. Some of those panels have a fuse for every output. That's a nice feature but also a place for problems. 

To each his own but I run straight to the  power supply. I also use a primitive power distribution for other 12v devices using some nice stackable banana plugs that are gold plated that cinch down down even a heavy gauge wire. 
They are a little pricey at Radio Shack but I like them. 

73
Mike R

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