Communications
in the Field
Ralph Javins, N7KGA
Standard DC Power Connector
Molex and Anderson PowerPole connectors
DC Power Adapters
Multiple combinations of male and female connectors.
More DC Power Adapters
Make adapters for other DC power connectors.
Battery Cable
Cable for use with car battery; 10 AWG or bigger, Mueller
25C clip, insulators, and fuse-holder
Multiple DC Power Outlets
When you need to run more than just one thing,
such as an LED light
Coax Connector Adapters
- Benton Co. ARES Emergency
Communicators Adapter Kit - www.bcares.org
- A really good starter kit.
- Note reference to the optional
SMA adapter . . .
SMA Adapter
. . . with coax cable for reduced stress on your radio.
UHF to BNC Adapters
The most common ones you will need.
“Barrel” Adapters
Attach one to every one of your coaxial cables.
Coaxial Inter-series Adapters
If you want to, you can really get carried away with
inter-series adapters.
Carrying Cases - Suitcases
- Airline carry-on bags
- Pelican cases
- Zero-Halliburton cases
- Rock-musician keyboard
cases - Ski bags
- Golf bags/cases
- Use your imagination
7 AH Battery with Faston Connectors
25 AH Battery
25 AH Battery
25 AH Battery with Faston Connectors
The Faston connectors are
rated for only 10 Amperes.
75 AH Battery
If you really intend to be there for awhile . . .