Tag: portable power

  • Building a Ham Radio 100Ah Battery Box

    A simple, roughly 30-minute build that costs way less than buying one pre-made, and doubles as a solid first electrical project if you haven’t done one before.

  • External Battery Setup for the FT-891 in the Field

    The FT-891 has no internal battery, so here’s how I power it in the field off the LiFePO4 box and what current draw actually looks like.

  • HT Battery Types: OEM Packs, Eneloops, and What Actually Lasts

    Part of our Handheld Radios (HTs) guide. The battery that came with your handheld isn’t necessarily the best long-term option, and the choice between OEM packs, AA cases, and rechargeable cells matters more over a few years of ownership than it seems like it should on day one. OEM Li-ion packs: best capacity, worst longevity…

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