Various Power supplies, Accessories

MS-1228

MS-1228

Compact switching power supply for 13.8V and 25 Amp continous load. The supply is designed for radio applications and has a temperature controlled fan as well as overload and overvoltage protection on the output. Peak current is 28A, the wide input range is selectable between 170-260VAC and 85-135VAC. The output voltage can be regulated internally down to 10V. Removeable AC cable, DC connectors with 4mm sockets and cigar light socket on front, screws on the rear, size 230 x 180 x 55mm, weight 1.8Kg.

MS-1228 Rear

Order No.
MS-1228 Switching power supply 13.8V/25A 71.07 (69.00) EUR

SPS-8041

Compact 3A switching power supply
Switching power suplly with high power in a small size. 3 Amp output current, voltage: 3V, 4.5V, 6V, 7.5V, 9V and 12V DC selectable by switch on front side. Includes overload protection. Ideal power supply for handheld radios, HF qrp rigs or the new DSP-speakers.

Order No.
SPS-8041 45.42 (44.10) EUR

MFJ-4103

Mini switching power supply, 13.8V/2.8A für FT-817 or VHF handheld radios. Size only 102 x 62 x 37mm, weight 300gr. Large input voltage range from 100 to 240V AC. Protection against overvoltage, overload and over temperature. DC cable with plug 2.1/5.5mm, with adaptor for FT-817. Input AC jack, removeable AC cable (Euro) included.

Order No.
MFJ-4103 62.32 (60.50) EUR

RIGrunner DC distribution

A RIGrunner is the most convenient and safest way to connect all your 12 VDC equipment to a power source. It is a 13.8 VDC power panel that uses the excellent Anderson Powerpole connectors. Standardize all of your 12 VDC connections using the amateur radio ARES & RACES, RSGB, ARRL Powerpole system.

• All models are conservatively rated at 40 amps total with any outlet good to 40 amps!
• Anderson Powerpole connectors, the best DC connectors!
• Our Powerpole configuration conforms to the ARES, RACES, RSGB standard, and ARRL recommendation for high current 12VDC connectors.
• Powerpole connectors provide interoperability for emergency communications.
• Safe secure, HOT CONNECT, polarized, color keyed, genderless connector system.
• No messy binding posts, frayed wire connections, black tape or short circuits!
• High current! More than enough 12 V power for your station! Pick the appropriate model.
• Each outlet may be used at full ratings: transceivers, amplifiers or any accessory.
• Precision window comparator quick status power monitor, makes a voltage problem obvious.
• LED over and under voltage indicators instantly indicate a problem, without interpretation.
• An audio alert is configurable to alarm on overvoltage or under voltage, both*, or may be disabled.
• Each outlet is individually fused with automotive ATC/ATO fuses. Shipped with appropriate fuses installed.
• Includes high gauge supply cable, power poles already installed on one side, other side open
• Unswitched models can use any output jack as the power input with full ratings.
• ATC/ATO auto fuses are easy to get and are available in 10 values from 1 to 40 amps.
• Fuses are quick change; accessible from the outside using high quality fuse holders.
• Each fuse has a handy blown fuse LED illuminator to show short circuit problems instantly!
• RF suppression on each outlet to suppress RF leakage between equipment. Keeps your power supply in regulation.
• Commercial quality construction just like our RIGblasters. No Sharp edges, no plastic.
• A full array of quick change Powerpole power supply, extension and adapter cables available.
• Mounting with supplied 3M Bumpon® protective feet, 3M® adhesive pads or screwed down using any #6 or #8 screws.

Model	4005C	4008C	4010SC	4012C
No. of connections	5	8	10	12
Max. Load	40A	40A	40A	40A
Under/Overvolatge alarm	-	Ja	Ja	Ja
Switching function	-	-	Ja	-
Supplied cable	Ja	Ja	Ja	Ja
No. of supplied connectors	5rt/5sw	8rt/8sw	10rt/10sw	12rt/12sw
Order No.	RR-4005C 85.49 (83.00) EUR	RR-4008C 121.54 (118.00) EUR	RR-4010SC 154.50 (150.00) EUR	RR-4012C 144.20 (140.00) EUR

Package Anderson PowerPoles (R)

RR-C30 30A 15.86 (15.40) EUR
RR-C45 45A 19.57 (19.00) EUR

Crimptool for Anderson PowerPoles

Order No.
RR-PWRCRIMP 54.59 (53.00) EUR

Here are some interesting comments about PowerPole connectors by Del Schier, K1UHF of WestMountainRadio.

Comments about the Powerpole(TM) connector system
Written by Del Schier, K1UHF, Westmountainradio, USA

Powerpoles have detents that require about 2 to 3 Kg of force per pair to
release them.  Powerpoles are used extensively by electric model aircraft
enthusiasts, if they come apart in an airplane it will be destroyed.  They
never come apart due to vibration or get loose with age.  They will come
apart if you trip over the wire or smoke requires a quick disconnect.

I tell RIGrunner customers that it important to understand that they will
not appreciate their RIGrunner until they put Powerpole connectors on
everything that uses or supplies 12 Volts DC.  All household AC powered
appliances here in the US and I expect Germany, have standard plugs and
sockets, why shouldn't 12 Volt DC equipment have standard plugs and sockets
also.  BTW AC sockets do not lock.

I have Powerpoles in all three of my cars, on my work benches, and on every
power supply and battery that I own.  Only one car and my ham station has a
RIGrunner, yet I am always moving equipment around and plugging and
un-plugging it.  No more screw terminals, wire nuts, black tape or locking
connectors, I can move my 12 Volt DC equipment around just like AC
appliances.

The RIGrunners and the Powerpoles do not make much sense until a ham makes
them a standard connector for all DC equipment.  Here in the US it is a
standard for our emergency groups, ARES & RACES and they are a great help
setting up contest stations.  The top scoring PJ2T station uses Powerpoles
on every piece of DC equipment and has RIGrunners at each operating console.

Power distribution, Accessories

PowerAnalyser

Take control of all your power consumers. Whether in the amateur radio shack or in the RC model workshop - with the Power Analyzer you see the consumption of all connected devices.
Just put the PA-60100 in the power line from your power source (power supply, battery etc.), everything else is automatic. The own power consumption of the Power Analyzer is very low due to the LC display.

Technical specifications PA-60100

• Voltage [Volt] from 0 to 60 V
• Current [Ampere] from 0 to 100 A
• Power consumption [Watt] from 0 to 6000 W
• Total current intake [Ampere hours] up to max. 9.999 Ah
• Total power intake [Watt hours] up to. 999.9 Wh

Minimal Resolution

• Voltage: 0,05V
• Current < 19A: 0,05A
• Current > 19A: 0,1A
• Power: 0,1W
• Ampere hours: 0,001Ah
• Watt hours: 0,1Wh

PowerAnalyzer PA-60100 PRO

This device enables you to record and archive the measured values with your computer. In addition to the PA-60100 the PRO version hat inputs for two temperatur sensors (not included), one RPM sensor (not included) and one universal DC input.
In conjunction with the widely configurable software the PA-60100PRO becomes a universal longtime data logger for voltages, currents, power, temperature and all other data which can be represented as voltages.
RC model hobbyists use it to find out and document the capacity of the batteries or for RPM measurements and charge state.
In contrast to the PA-60100 the PRO version requires an own power supply (6 to 30V, 30mA), but therefore can also measure negative currents as well. Power supply can also be done over teh USB interface. The supplied software requires Windows 98SE or newer.

Application: A customer writes:

I checked the temperature over time of my heating at home last night. The second temperature sensor could be placed outside for comparisions and to check the control of the heating system. With a minimal circuitry I could also log the on/off times of the heater. Just plug it into my notebook, 100% portable. Super"

Screenshot PA-60100 PRO (Click for larger view)

PA-60100PRO Specifications

• Input voltage: 5 bis 60 V
• Current: -30 bis 100A

Measurement ranges:

• Voltage: 0 to 60 V
• Current: -30 to 100A
• Power: max. 9999 W
• Ampère hours: +-999.9 Ah
• Watt hours: +-9999.9 Wh
• Temperature: 0 to 130°C (32 to 266°F)
• RPM: max. 60000
• Acceleration: max. 5g
• AUX input: 0.1 to 2.6V

Order No.
PA-60100 PowerAnalyser 66.95 (65.00) EUR
PA-60100PRO PowerAnalyser PRO 112.27 (109.00) EUR
PA-60100.RPM RPM Sensor for PA-60100PRO 30.90 (30.00) EUR
PA-60100.TMP Temperature sensor for PA-60100PRO 10.30 (10.00) EUR

PA-60100.RPM RPM sensor (Option)

PA-60100.TMP Temperature sensor (Option)

PowerGate PG40S Backup Power System

A Super PWRgate is a 12 volt backup power system that can supply up to 40 amperes continuously from either a Power Supply or a Battery, and can also charge the battery with its high performance charger. Connected equipment will instantly switch to battery during a power blackout or power supply failure. No glitches.

The circuit uses two 80 ampere Schottky diodes as an OR-Gate to isolate the battery and power supply from each other. Forward voltage drop of less than 0.3 volts at 20 A. To keep the battery fully charged and ready for use, the Super PWRgate has a built-in four-stage battery charger with selectable current rates of 1, 4, 7 or 10 amperes.

The circuit is optimized for use with GELLED & AGM type batteries, but will keep flooded lead acid and marine type batteries near full charge as well. The Super PWRgate and the power supply may also be used to charge a battery that is powering the radio, as described by W1ZR in QST.

• Maximum Voltage: 18 Volts DC
• Maximum Current: 40 Amperes
• Circuit: Diode OR-Gate
• Diodes: Two Schottky 80 Ampere, 20 Volt
• Voltage Drop: 0.25 Vdc at 1 Ampere, 0.5 Vdc at 40 Ampere
• Charging Circuit: Charging regulator IC, low drop Field Effect Pass
• Transistor, Fuse switched for 1,4,7 or 10 Amp charging current
• Peak voltage limit set via internal jumper according to used battery technology
• 3 LEDs showing charger status
• Connectors: Anderson Powerpoles, 40A
• Size: 13.4 x 10 x 4.2 cm
• Weight: 0.4 kg

Order No.
RR-PG40S 144.20 (140.00) EUR

DC cable

Double braided wire 2x 2,5mm, red/black

Order No.
40015 per meter 1.13 ( 1.10) EUR

DC distribution

Multiple connections to one power supply, reduced cable mess in the shack. With DC input cable, 6 pairs out output lugs for DC plugs or direct cable connection.

Order No.
40095 37.08 (36.00) EUR

Cable ends

Galvanized with isolation, crimp or solder (soldering can be problematic under high currents). Ideal for connection of radios to the power supply or distribution (above). Two versions available, one with 6.5mm width, one with 8mm width. Pack includes 10 pcs.

Order No.
42916.65 Pack w/ 10 pcs, 6.5mm width 2.68 ( 2.60) EUR
42916.8 Pack w/ 10 cps, 8mm width 3.71 ( 3.60) EUR
42917.65 Ring, Pack w/ 10 pcs, 6.5mm 2.68 ( 2.60) EUR
42917.8 Pack w/ 10 cps, 8mm 3.71 ( 3.60) EUR

DC cables for radios

DC cable for most HF radios (Kenwood, Icom, Yaesu) with 6 pin Molex connector. Each side (red/black) is equipped with a cable fuse. Cable length c. 2.5m, 2.5mm², other end no connector. Order No. DC-CABLE-HF 26.16 (25.40) EUR	DC cable for most VHF rigs (Kenwood, Icom, Yaesu) with 2 pin Molex connector (T shaped). Each side (red/black) is equipped with a cable fuse. Cable length c. 4m, 2.5mm², other end no connector. Order No. DC-CABLE-VHF 14.63 (14.20) EUR
DC cable for Yaesu FT-8900, FT-8800 etc. Each side (red/black) is equipped with a cable fuse. Cable length c. 4m, 2.5mm², other end no connector. Order No. DC-CABLE8900 26.47 (25.70) EUR	DC cable for Icom IC-703. Without fuses, cable length ca. 4m, 1.5mm², other end no connector. Order No. OPC-1229 19.78 (19.20) EUR
DC cable for Icom IC-7000 and Kenwood TS-480. Each side (red/black) is equipped with a cable fuse. Cable length c. 4m, 2.5mm², other end no connector. Best.Nr. OPC-1457 31.42 (30.50) EUR	DC cable for Icom IC-706, with filter. Each side (red/black) is equipped with a cable fuse. Cable length c. 4m, 2.5mm², other end no connector. Best.Nr. OPC-639 101.97 (99.00) EUR

DC Connectors for Radios

6 pin plug DC connectors for most HF radios (Kenwood, Icom, Yaesu), 6 pin plug, 4 female contacts supplied, incl. bend protection. Order No. 42914.6F 8.24 ( 8.00) EUR	6 pin equipment jack DC jack, counterpart of the plug 42914.6F (left), as used in most HF radios (Kenwood, Icom, Yaesu). 6 pin jack, 4 male contacts supplied. Order No. 42914.6M 10.82 (10.50) EUR
4 pin plug DC plug for some radios like IC-7000, TS-480, FT-2000, FT-450, 4 pin jack, female contacts. Order No. 42914.4 8.24 ( 8.00) EUR	3 pin plug DC connector for IC-703, 3 pins, female contacts. Order No. 42914.LA 8.24 ( 8.00) EUR
2 pin plug DC connector for most VHF/UHF radios. Order No. 42914.2S 6.18 ( 6.00) EUR

DC connector adaptor

Adaptor 6 pin → 4 pin, if an older 6 pin cable is installed and your new radio requires a 4 pin connector. Length 10cm.

Order No.
DC-CABLE6-4 19.57 (19.00) EUR

DC connectors

DC connector, red or black, cable connection screw-on

Order No.
42915.RT Red 1.24 ( 1.20) EUR
42915.SW Black 1.24 ( 1.20) EUR

DC connector

DC connector (coaxial), inner size 2.5mm, outer size 5.5mm. Suitable for many accessories like SWR meters, MFJ equipment etc.

Order No.
42913 DC-Stecker 2.68 ( 2.60) EUR