[Elecraft] Latest battery arrangement for KX1

[PHILIP GRAITCER]

I love my KX1, but powering it with 6 AA Lithium cells puts out just 1.5-2.0 watts. I’d like a little more umph, since most of the time I use the KX1 in the field, so I also have a less than optimal antenna.

I’d like to power it with 12V, but prefer not to use an external battery. Just gives me too much to deal with.

Has anyone rigged up a way to power their KX1 with internal LiPO batteries? If so, what make and model. If the batteries are internal, my feeling is the best way to charge them - to avoid fire hazards - is by removing the bottom half of the case.

I realize the battery world is changing rapidly….

Anyone have recent experience with this?

72/73
Phil, W3HZZ