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Vacation Time!

A working vacation, but we're still looking forward to it.

We'll be on the road from Wednesday, February 3rd, until Tuesday, February 23rd.  We will be at the Richmond, VA Hamfest on Feb. 6th, the Orlando FL Hamfest on Feb. 12-13-14th, and the Brooksville FL Hamfest on Feb 20th.  Please stop by our tables and say hello!

 

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Notes

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Purchase

These cables and connectors fit most HF radios made by ICOM, Yaesu, Kenwood, and Alinco from the 1980s through the early 2000s.  At left is a close-up of the connector.  If your radio was made by one of those four manufacturers, and the connector looks similar, then this is the right part.  Newer HF Radios -- like the ICOM IC-7000, Kenwood TS-480, and Yaesu FT-450 use a different 4-pin plug.  Scroll down the page for those cables.
DC-HF-Cord HF Power Cord 8' #12 Fully assembled, includes fuses in both wires.  6-pin plug (four are used) Fits most recent HF Rigs from ICOM, Yaesu, Kenwood, and Alinco (not FT-100, FT-817, FT-450, FT-950, IC-703, IC-7000,  TS-480 or Ten-Tec) 20.00

DC-HF-Pigtail HF Power Pigtail 16" #14 x2 Fits most recent HF Rigs (not FT-100, FT-817, FT-450, IC-703, IC-7000,  TS-480 or Ten-Tec).  No fuses -- we recommend that you use them, or connect to a fused distribution panel or cable.  Note that 2 #14 wires in parallel is appx. equivalent to #10 wire... heavier than most OEM power cables. 12.00

DC-HF-Ext-# Extension cable for "standard" 6-pin HF Power Cables 3' #14
x2
Sometimes you just need a few more feet to make a clean installation in the shack.  Note that 2 #14 wires in parallel is appx. equivalent to #10 wire... heavier than most OEM power cables. 18.00

9' #14
x2
22.00

DC-HF-Plug HF Power Plug N/A   Plug and pins only, for above cable.  You supply wire & fuses.  Fits most recent HF (not FT-100, FT-817, FT-450, IC-703, IC-7000,  TS-480 or Ten-Tec)  We have 703 and 480 plugs and power cables.We also have IC-703, IC-7000, FT-450, and TS-480 plugs and power cables. 5.00

DC-HF-Socket HF Power Socket N/A   Socket and pins only.  This is the "standard" 6 pin molex-type socket found on most recent HF Radios  (not FT-100, IC-703, IC-7000, TS-480 or Ten-Tec).  Note that this is the radio side connector, and mates with the plugs and cables just above.  We also have IC-703, IC-7000, FT-450, and TS-480 plugs and power cables. 5.00

Newer HF Radios from ICOM, Yaesu, and Kenwood use a 4-pin connector.  This includes The IC-7000, IC-7200, IC-7600, FT-450, FT-950, and TS-480.  Click on a picture to get an enlarged view
DC-Cable-4-Pin DC Power Cable for the newer HF Radios 10' #10 wire Power cable fits newer 4-pin HF rigs like IC-7000, FT-450, FT-950, TS-480.  Fused in both leads. 
Many more DC power cables and connectors here
25.00

DC-Pigtail-4-pin DC Power Pigtail for the newer HF Radios 3' #14 (x2) Wire Replacement Power Cable pigtail for ICOM IC-7000.  No fuses -- we recommend that you use them, or connect to a fused distribution panel or cable.  Also available with Anderson Powerpoles, click here 12.00

DC-Plug-4-pin DC Power Plug for the newer HF Radios N/A This is the OEM plug, with pins for #14 - #20 wire. We've marked the plug in the picture red/black.  The plug does not come marked.  Bookmark this page for reference.  Assembled cables also available 6.00

DC-Cable-4-pin to 6-pin adapter DC Power cable adapter for the newer HF Radios N/A Use this cable to power your newer HF radio with your OEM Power supply or existing shack wiring -- for example, use a PS-125 with an IC-7000.  Has the "standard" 6-pin Molex type female socket on one end and the new 4-pin plug on the other. 18.00

The ICOM IC-703 QRP HF radio uses a unique 3-pin plug.  Here are the plugs, cables, and adapters.
DC-Cable-703 DC Power Cable for ICOM IC-703 (both models) 3' #16 Wire Replacement Power Cable pigtail for ICOM 703.  No fuses -- we recommend that you use them, or connect to a fused distribution panel or cable.  Also available with Anderson Powerpoles, click here 10.00

DC-Plug-703 DC Power Plug for ICOM IC-703 (both models) N/A This is the OEM plug, with pins for #14 - #20 wire. We've marked the plug in the picture red/black.  The plug does not come marked. Note that it's a 3-pin plug, but only two are used. Bookmark this page for reference.  Assembled cables are also available 5.00

DC-Cable-IC-703-to OEM DC Power cable adapter for the
IC-703
N/A Use this cable to power your IC-703 with your OEM Power supply.  Has the "standard" 6-pin Molex type female socket on one end and the new IC-703 plug on the other. 15.00

Nearly all recent FM Mobile radios (including commercial 2-way) use the same "T" style connector.  Here are cables and connector sets for them
DC-FM-Cord FM Mobile Power Cord 15' #14 Fully assembled, includes fuses in both wires.  Fits most recent VHF/UHF mobile rigs 15.00

DC-FM-Plug FM Mobile Power Plug N/A Plug only, for above cable.  You supply wire and fuses.  Fits most recent VHF/UHF mobile rigs 5.00

Almost all Handie-Talkies, and many other accessories, use one of the following four cables.  Here's an easy way to determine which one you need.  Get out a standard drill bit assortment.  Cable-13 is very close to 9/64".  Cable-17 is very close to 5/32.  Cable-21 and Cable-25 are both very close to 7/32", BUT -- a 3/32" bit will slip inside of Cable-25 and will NOT slip inside of Cable-21.
DC-Cable-13 Right Angle DC Power Cable 6' #24 Fits most ICOM, Kenwood, and Alinco HTs 5.00

DC-Cable-17 Fits most Yaesu HTs (not VX-1 or VX-2) and FT-817, some Radio Shack HTs 5.00

DC-Cable-21 Fits most MFJ, Elecraft, Older ICOM HTs, others 5.00

DC-Cable-25 Fits LDG tuners, others 5.00

DC-Jack-21 Mates with
DC-Cable-21
6' #24 Fits MFJ and other Power Supplies, many "Wall Warts" 5.00

DC-Jack-25 Mates with
DC-Cable-25
6' #24 Fits many "Wall Warts" 5.00

DC-HT-Cord-Y HT Power cable with fused lighter plug.  Includes 5A fuse 6' #24 Fits most Yaesu HTs, FT-817, some Radio Shack HTs 10.00

DC-HT-Cord-I 6' #24 Fits most ICOM, Alinco, and Kenwood HTs 10.00

             
TS-520 Plug Fits Kenwood TS-520 and
TS-820
N/A Hard to find replacement is now available.  Brand new stock.  Can be wired for AC or DC operation. 12.00

TS-520-AC-Cable Fits Older Kenwoods and others appx 3' Very hard to find, but we have them.  Replace that old, dried out power cord before it causes a serious problem. 25.00

DC-Cable-Powerpole-to-OEM DC Power cable adapter OEM power supply socket to Powerpoles N/A Use your OEM power supply with the popular Anderson Powerpoles.  Great for feeding DC distribution panels.  Has the "standard" 6-pin Molex type female socket (found on most recent HF radios) on one end and Powerpoles on the other. 18.00

DC6-30 Red/Black Zip Cord for DC Power 30' #6 General purpose stranded wire for most DC applications. 60.00

DC8-30 30' #8 40.00

DC10-30 30' #10 35.00

DC12-30 30' #12 25.00

DC14-30 30' #14 15.00

DC16-50 50' #16 15.00

SPA-R Standard side post adapter N/A The easiest way to connect your 12 Volt radios and other accessories right to the battery in your GM vehicle.  Fits all GM side post batteries (both + and - terminals) with a single positive cable.  Note that some GMs use two positive cables.  Check yours before you buy. 
 Safety first!  Remember to fuse your cables as close as possible to the battery, even if your power cable already includes fuses.
6.00

SPA-L Long side post adapter N/A The easiest way to connect your 12 Volt radios and other accessories right to the battery in your GM vehicle.  Similar to above, but with a longer stud for more or heavier ring terminals.  Fits all GM side post batteries (both + and - terminals) with a single positive cable.  Note that some GMs use two positive cables.  Check yours before you buy. 
 Safety first!  Remember to fuse your cables as close as possible to the battery, even if your power cable already includes fuses.
7.00

SPA-2 Dual cable side post adapter N/A The easiest way to connect your 12 Volt radios and other accessories right to the battery in your GM vehicle.  Fits all GM side post batteries (both + and - terminals) with two positive cables.  Note that most GMs use one positive cable.  Check yours before you buy. 
 Safety first!  Remember to fuse your cables as close as possible to the battery, even if your power cable already includes fuses.
7.00

TPA-R Standard top post adapter N/A The easiest way to connect your 12 Volt radios and other accessories right to the battery.
Replaces the standard clamp bolt and adds a separate 3/8" threaded post.  Fits all top post batteries (both + and - terminals).
Note that most GM vehicles use side post batteries.  Check yours before you buy.  See above listings for the side post adapters.
 Safety first!  Remember to fuse your cables as close as possible to the battery, even if your power cable already includes fuses.

 
6.00

Batt-Tap Battery Tap Plate N/A The easiest way to connect your 12 Volt radios and other accessories right to the battery.  Slips under your battery clamp bolt and provides tabs for standard "faston" type connectors,
as well as holes for bolt-on ring or fork terminals.
See above listings for side post adapters for GM vehicles and replacement clamp bolt adapters for top post batteries.  For higher current or a more secure installation, we recommend the adapters or replacement bolts.
 Safety first!  Remember to fuse your cables as close as possible to the battery, even if your power cable already includes fuses.
3.00

DC-2A-PS 2 Amp Variable Power Power Supply N/A Regulated DC Power Supply, adjustable to 3, 4.5, 6, 7.5, 9, or 12 Volts 25.00

PPL30-10PK Package of 10 Powerpoles N/A Package contains 10 Red Housings, 10 Black Housings, and 20 terminals (30 Amp).
Much more Powerpole stuff here
10.00

PPL45-7PK Package of 7 Powerpoles N/A Package contains 7 Red Housings, 7 Black Housings, and 14 terminals (45 Amp).
Much more Powerpole stuff here
10.00

PPL-Kit1 Powerpole Starter Kit N/A Kit contains 1 RIGrunner 4005 panel, 50' of #16 Red/Black zipcord, 30' of #10 Red/Black zipcord, crimping tool, & 10 sets of 30A Powerpole connectors.  Total value $148.00 125.00

Batt-Mon Powerpole "Y" two into one or one into two with voltage indicating LEDs N/A No, not a reggae caped crusader.  Green LED dims and goes out at 11.75V.  Yellow LED dims and goes out at 10V.  Great for portable and battery ops.  Many more Powerpole accessories here. 30.00

DC-Clip-Lg Heavy Duty Clips.  4" Long, open to 1-1/4" N/A Clip to Car Battery, Power Supply, etc. 5.00/pr

DC-Clip-Sm Small Clips  1-1/4" Long, open to 1/4" N/A Clip to Gel Cell, Power Supply, etc. 2.00/pr

DC-Cig Jack-Metal All Metal Lighter Socket N/A Mounts in 7/8" Hole.  Also fits standard 1/2" knockouts in electrical boxes 5.00

DC-Cig Jack-Std Lightweight Insulated Lighter Socket N/A Great for cell phones, etc 4.00

DC-Cig-Plug Fused Lighter Plug N/A Uses Standard Automotive "Buss" fuses (not included) 4.00

DC-1/4"-Disconnect 1/4" Female Disconnect (pkg of 3) N/A Fits most Sealed Lead Acid "Gel-Cell" Batteries.  Accepts #16-#12 Wire 1.00/pkg

DC-1/4"-Ring 1/4" Ring Terminals (pkg of 3) N/A Fits most Power Supplies  Accepts #16-#12 Wire 1.00/pkg

DC-HD-Posts Heavy Duty Binding Posts N/A Standard 3/4" Spacing.  Use with banana plugs, bare wire, spade terminals. 6.00

DC-Posts 5 Way Binding Posts (pr) N/A Use with banana plugs, bare wire, spade terminals. 4.00/pr

DC-Banana Banana Plugs N/A Solderless, accept up to #12 wire. 4.00/pr

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Vacation Time!

A working vacation, but we're still looking forward to it.

We'll be on the road from Wednesday, February 3rd, until Tuesday, February 23rd.  We will be at the Richmond, VA Hamfest on Feb. 6th, the Orlando FL Hamfest on Feb. 12-13-14th, and the Brooksville FL Hamfest on Feb 20th.  Please stop by our tables and say hello!

Orders placed through Monday, Feb. 1st will ship before we leave.  We'll do our best for orders placed after that.  We expect to be able to ship some orders from the road, especially small and simple ones to US destinations.  We expect to have limited email ability while we're gone, so please be patient.

 

 

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