[Elecraft] [OT] Jump starter system for K3 portable power?

[Ramon Tristani]

I bought one of these:

http://www.harborfreight.com/5-in-1-portable-power-pack-with-jump-start-62747.html <http://www.harborfreight.com/5-in-1-portable-power-pack-with-jump-start-62747.html>

Seems to be more than enough to fill up tires, drive AC power tools and feed some 12 volt equipment within its ratings. I don’t know if this is exactly what you want or need but for its purpose it has worked just fine for me.

Ramon, NQ9V


> On Sep 12, 2016, at 20:49, rick jones via Elecraft <elecraft at mailman.qth.net> wrote:
> 
> I'm looking for one of those hand carried jump starter/ portable power units for occasional field use for my K3 plus the rare car jump start in a pinch. Ultimately I would like it to have a replaceable battery, real three state charger that allows it to be plugged in at all times, high current output lugs (not just 12v jack), built in jumper cables, light enough to carry short distances, made in USA! OK that's a tall order! Do you know of a brand and model that covers many or most of these requirements? MOST of the dozens on Amazon do not appear to have the quality I prefer and are throw away, consumer grade units. I do like the looks of the Schumacher ProSeries chargers (22 amp hours or so). If I fail in my quest I'll consider a West Mountain Radio setup that I can lug out to the car if necessary for field use, camping, jump starting etc.. The up side is that Power Poles are standard! PS: I am aware of the amp-hours vs. power output vs. operating time vs. weight aspect of making a selection. I believe not getting a hernia will ultimately define the capacity of whichever unit I choose! Thanks for reading!
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