[Elecraft] X-Dragon 20W Solar Panel

[Bob N3MNT]

Lots of threads on here cover solar in portable operation. To summarize 

You can not operate reliably directly from a solar panel, you need a 12V
battery ( buffer)
The solar panel essentially charges the battery while the battery delivers a
constant voltage current surges.
You can not charge the batteries in the KX3 with 12V the KX3 will produce an
error.  You should have about 13.8V.

Best solution is a small ( 20W)  panel, efficient charge controller and a
small battery ( 4 cell LiFe battery is light and efficient) .  

I would slay the dragon.





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