Using a 1503000 LiFePO4 battery charger to power an FT817
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- Опубліковано 8 лют 2025
- I bought it just to charge a battery. However it also powers an FT817 (or FT818) when at home. Here's a demonstration.
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Many thanks Peter. Very timely. I'm just looking at power alternatives for my new FT818. It looks like you have nailed it.
Cheers pb VK3fWTF
I'm using a Xbox One power supply, £12 used from eBay. Plug hacked to bits and 2 powerpole connections fitted, powers my 817 and Chinese amp at 25watts, no problems and no noise at all. 73.
Very good Peter. 👍
Excellent Peter!
Looking to get one of those batteries to finally replace some older SLA types.
Maybe slightly larger current capacity to suit the Icom IC-703 at 10w output.
73's!
Thanks Peter… do I need to remove the internal battery. Cheers
I did. The internal battery adds weight for little benefit.
Hi Peter
I have been looking for a LiFe PO4 battery and charger since I got my FT-817ND. I have not been able to find one in Tassie. Can I ask where you purchased your battery and do they have others with a larger capacity?
73.
Rodney - it came from www.everybattery.com.au/search.php They have outlets in Tas. They have a wide range.
Thanks Peter
I contacted them only a few days ago and they said they don't carry that type of battery. So I will call in and discuss it a little further perhaps. Would seem they don't like going out of their comfort zone LOL.
Thanks for the info and your video
73