ham radio power supply

I need to get a power supply for my Icom ic-718.. I think it has to be 20 amps... any suggestions on a site to go too or a specific power supply
thanks

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2009-01-07 09:15:04 by 18

This is a slide show overview prepared by Scotty showing his work with converting PC Power supplies to ham radio use presented at the August 2007 ...

It's for a science experiment and would only need it for a short time. HAM radio power supplies with that amount of current go for $150+ and that's too much for a short time. There are some computer power supplies with a 12 vdc 34 amp rail that go for under $20, but I'm weary about anything dealing with computers as they usually don't last and are unreliable. I definitely need something with + & - terminals.

Power supplies from computers need to be hacked somewhat in order to be used for this kind of thing.
Most amateur radio operators start out with a battery. A 12 v car battery is good enough for temporary use, a deep discharge lawn mower or scooter battery should give the power level that you want for at least half an hour.

2007-10-02 18:42:20 by Munku

Price: $159.99

Perfect For Home, Shop Hobbyist
Output: 13.8V DC 10A
Screw Terminal Connectors
Powers 12V DC Devices Such As Cellular Phones, CB Radios, Scanners, Etc.

I am running a new circuit to my computer / ham radio area. For computers, I run a laptop, and two desktops. The ham radio is a Yeasu ft-450 running on an Amitron rs-35a power supply. The power supply has a 35 amp peak output and a 25 amp continuous output. However, the power supply is not putting out that much all the time, only when you transmit. I'm redoing the electrical in my house and currently on this circuit is all this stuff and part of my living room. I'm thinking of putting in a 20 amp circuit for just the computer and ham radio area and maybe splitting it into a couple of different outlets. Some additional info, I'm also upgrading the house to 200 amp service from 100.

JP - Nice radio.

I personally would have two 15 amp circuits for your shack - one for the radio equip and another for everything else. That may seem like overkill but an extra circuit is cheap compared to the money you've spent on everything else. You want that radio on a nice stiff circuit that is not burdened by anything else if possible. It is also nice to have the radio on a circuit that does not have the possible noise that is generated by computer equip.

2009-03-31 05:28:36 by CircuitBoy

Price: $89.99

Includes AM/FM radio reception, a clock with an alarm function, and a 3-LED flashlight
Features VOX automatic voice-activated operation, and a USB port for charging cell phones, radios, etc.
Constructed to be water resistant, and backed by a manufacturer's 3-year warranty
Emergency radio with 22 GMRS/FRS channels and all 10 NOAA weather channels with alert function
Rechargeable battery can be powered by dynamo hand crank, or included AC or DC power adapters

I'm going to be spending a couple weeks in the southeast suburbs of Buffalo (near Orchard Park and East Aurora.) I plan to do some amateur radio operating, and there are some pieces I'd like to pick up there rather than lug; in particular a power supply ("12 volt" really 13.8, and about 25 amps.) What stores nearby should I look at (I can certainly drive all the way back to Buffalo, Amherst, etc. if that's needed.)

try
East Coast Amateur Radio, Inc.
314 Schenck Street
North Tanawanda, NY 14120
Voice:
716/695-3929

they come up as dealers for several lines...

2008-06-18 17:45:50 by KimballKinnison

what else would i need apart from:
radio
mike
antenna
power supply.
do i need any paperwork?
i currently do ham radio, but want a CB to chat with my friends when were driving.
cheers
Thanks for the help. what does metering the antennna mean? i have an old cb radio that my dad used, and a whip antenna from ebay. cheers
The ad for the antenna says it it pre-tuned. 34" long, open coil. thanks for the help.

I'd add a linear amplifier, around 7,000 watts. All the best cb'ers use 'em. Look for deals on eBay.

Oh, and an amplified microphone, too. It makes your signal go lots farther.

2008-05-16 09:36:22 by MartayP