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Go-kit, jump-box,
grab 'n' go bag, ready-pack -- whatever you want to call it, it's
essential for doing any sort of emergency communications. Here's a
collection of items that I think deserve a place in your pack.
You'll also find them quite handy at Field Day, public service events, and
Ham Radio demonstrations. |
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Triple Tap |
Laptops, Cell Phones, PDAs, GPS, GameBoys,
iPODs -- and of
course Ham Radios -- all need power. One thing you can count on is
that there will not be enough outlets for everything and everyone. Unique design even provides
clearance for three oversized "wall warts" to plug in.
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$3.00 |
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Triple Tap
4-Pack |
If you've ever had to scrounge
around for an AC outlet at an airport, an internet Hot Spot, or in a hotel
room (or even in the shack), you'll understand why I keep one of these in my laptop bag, another
in my suitcase, and two in my go-kit. Save on a package of 4. |
$10.00 |
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Poncho |
There's almost nothing worse
than trying to a job when you're wet, cold, and miserable. I keep a
few of these handy -- and they sure have been welcome on several rainy
Field Days. |
$3.00 |
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Whether it's Field Day, an
emergency deployment, a demo, or a public service event, things have a way
of coming apart at the worst possible moment. Here are a few things
to help you keep things together and stay on the air. These are
worth keeping in your go-kit and in your vehicle. |
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Electrical Tape in Four Colors |
Great for temporary splices,
waterproofing connections, and many other uses. Four colors allow
you identify individual circuits, wires, etc. Total of 40 feet. |
$3.00 |
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Duct Tape |
When all else fails, duct tape
can save the day.
No go-kit is complete without at least one roll.
30 feet of 2 inch wide tape. |
$3.00 |
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Hook-and-Loop tape strips |
Velcro is truly one of the
handiest inventions of recent years. Peel 'n' stick, 18-inch strips
are more than enough for most applications. |
$2.00 |
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Hose Clamps |
Lightweight and small.
To be honest I don't use these very often -- but when I need them I'm sure
glad I keep a pack in the go-box.
Set of 2 medium and 3 small clamps. |
$3.00 |
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Package Deal |
Save -- get one each of Four
Color Electrical Tape, Duct Tape, Hook and Loop Tape, and Hose Clamp set
for just $10.00 |
$10.00 |
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For most of my life, I've made
my living (at least in part) using hand tools to build, adjust, and repair
a variety of equipment. I've always believed in buying the best
quality tools I could find, because they last forever and do the best job.
Here are a few tools that belong in any go-kit. Are these tools that
I'd be happy to use every day? Quite frankly, no, they aren't.
HOWEVER! I'd be mighty ticked off if my $25.00 pliers or $40.00
adjustable wrench "walked away" at Field Day or an Em-Comm deployment.
The tools below are great for occasional use, and won't put a big dent
in your wallet. |
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Adjustable Wrench |
Drop forged, 6" long, opens to
5/8" (16mm). |
$4.00 |
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Needle Nose Pliers |
With wire cutter, 5" long,
spring loaded for
ease of use. |
$4.00 |
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Slip Joint Pliers |
6" long. Serrated jaws adjust
for small
or large objects. |
$4.00 |
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Stripper/Crimper |
8" long. Easily strips
most common wire sizes. Crimps small terminals, too. |
$3.00 |
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5-in-1 Hammer & Screwdriver
Tool |
6" long. Includes 2
sizes of slotted screwdrivers and two sizes of Phillips, plus a small
hammer. Assembles into one compact unit. |
$3.00 |
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Package Deal |
Save -- get one each of
adjustable wrench, needle nose pliers, slip joint pliers, crimp tool, and
hammer, screwdriver set
for just $15.00 |
$15.00 |
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Anderson Powerpoles |
Anderson Powerpoles have
become the standard DC connector for most ARES and other em-comm groups.
We carry a wide range of Powerpole cables, tools, mounts, and other
accessories, and of course the connectors themselves.
Take a look at our complete Powerpole line here. |
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Multimeter |
Holiday Special!
Save 50% on this Digital Multimeter. Measures DC Volts up to 1000V;
AC Volts up to 750V; DC Current up to 10A; and resistance up to 2000K
Ohms. Also has battery, transistor, and diode tester. Includes
battery and test leads.
Regular price $20.00 -- Sale Price just $10.00 |
$10.00 |
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Plug-In Voltmeter |
Handy
voltmeter plugs into lighter socket. Has digital readout plus LED
voltage indicators. Also includes two built in lighter sockets. |
$20.00 |
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110V
Soldering Iron |
40
Watt, 110V soldering iron. Nice quality at a very attractive price. |
$4.00 |
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12V
Soldering Iron |
30
Watt, 12 Volt Soldering Iron, with lighter plug. A must for Field
Day and other portable operation. |
$12.00 |
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Solder |
1/2 oz. -- approximately 9 feet -- of 60/40
solder. |
$2.00 |
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RF/Coax
Adapter Kit |
With
this 9-piece adapter kit, you'll be able to match just about any cable to
just about any radio you come across. Included in the set are 1 each
of: PL-259 to BNC female; SO-239 double female with nuts and washers;
PL-259 double male; SO-239 to Type N female; BNC female to SMA male; BNC
double female; SO-239 to BNC male; SMA female to BNC male; and SMA male to
SO-239. Note that PL-259 and SO-239 mate with each other. They
are sometimes referred to as UHF connectors. Price if purchased
separately is $45.00. Save big on the package!
See many more connectors and adapters here |
$30.00 |
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3-foot Coax Jumper |
Top
quality coax jumper is 3 feet long, RG-8X with PL-259 connectors on each
end.
More coax, ladder line, antenna wire, rope, and
accessories here |
$7.00 |
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18-foot Coax Jumper |
Top
quality coax jumper is 18 feet long, RG-8X with PL-259 connectors on each
end.
More coax, ladder line, antenna wire, rope, and
accessories here |
$12.00 |
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