[Elecraft] KX3 LiNiCo 12v 3.6 Ah Battery Pack

Fred Jensen k6dgw at foothill.net
Wed May 9 18:14:05 EDT 2012


On 5/9/2012 8:17 AM, Ignacy wrote:

> 3. Use LiFePO3 that seems to be safer but heavier and have nearly flat
> discharge curve of around 12V. Also it can be charged by normal chargers for
> 12V lead acid batteries.

I have an A123 4S1P LiFePO4 that I use with my K2.  Capacity is about 4
Ah.  It has a very flat discharge curve.  I don't believe it is
chargable with a LA charger however.  I have a balancing charger that
charges through the individual cell cable and plug, and I believe you
really do need it.

73,

Fred K6DGW
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