On Sat, 19 Mar 2005 16:53:11 -0600, "Tom Sevart"
wrote:


"mike0219116" wrote in message
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I am considering getting an R75 for use as a DXpedition rig. If I were
to get one, what would be the best way to power it while in the field?

I don't know about the Palstar, but the Icom requires about an amp of
current while operating. That's quite a draw and could drain a gel cell in
a few hours. If you use this radio you'd probably want to use a deep cycle
marine battery or else two high-capacity gel cells with a charger.

I use a deep cycle battery (size 27, 105 amp-hours) and that will run
the Icom R75 for about 50 hours before it wants to be charged again -
longer if needed though I don't like running it below half it's
capacity.