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13.2 volt LiFePO4 battery

SOTA – 4S 8.4 Ah LiFePO4 Battery

A correspondent requested details of a lightweight high-capacity 13.2 volt battery, which I use to power my Yeasu FT-857D for SOTA activations.  The battery is a 4 cell 8.4 Ah Lithium Iron Phosphate  (4S 8.4 Ah LiFePO4)  purchased from HobbyKing’s Australian (AU) warehouse in Moruya NSW. Battery  Dimensions: 150mm x 52mm x 70mm.  Weight: 960…

14/08/2016 in 13.2 volt LiFePO4 battery, Amateur Radio, Battery, LiFePO4 Battery, SOTA.

Powering the Yaesu FT-857D for SOTA

This post is an update on powering the Yaesu FT-857D for a SOTA activation. Before reading on.  When deciding on the power requirements for your radio, you must undertake your own research to determine which battery type and capacity is suitable for your station and operating conditions.  I have no affiliation with battery makers or…

21/02/2014 in 13.2 volt LiFePO4 battery, Amateur Radio, LiFePO4 Battery, SOTA.

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