[Elecraft] KX2/KX3 DC Charging

[Fred Jensen]

www.revolectrix.com

Fred ["Skip"] K6DGW

On 11/16/2018 2:40 PM, Todd wrote:
> There's not a whole lot of info out there, as well as not many making 
> DC - DC chargers that will work on LiPo or LiFePO4's.
> I went down this road a couple months back looking for something to 
> run my KX2 mobile out in the boonies and still be
> able to charge without use of a geny.   I stumbled upon an outfit out 
> of VKland that seems to fit the bill.
>
> Company called REDARC: 
> https://www.redarc.com.au/battery-chargers/in-vehicle-chargers They do 
> have a US distributor now
> from what I can tell.   Their unit also has Solar input - which would 
> be a plus - and designed to handle the new
> "smart alternators" that are common on newer vehicles...I didn't know 
> a thing about these newer alternators until
> I found this site.   This is a common deal in VK with all the 
> "overlanders".  Dual batteries to run the fridge, radios, and
> other camp assy's while in the "outback".  Charge off of solar while 
> parked,  12vdc while in motion, to keep the LiFePO4's
> (aux battery) charged.
>
> I've used a goal zero inverter, and it works ok - if I don't use it 
> and any radio gear at the same time.   ;-)
>
>
> Todd KH2TJ n