Your ham radio won't get very far without the right power source.
In Episode 14 of the Ham Radio for Beginners series, Josh AA4WX explains how to safely power your amateur radio station. Learn the difference between AC and DC power, switching and linear power supplies, LiFePOโ batteries, Anderson Powerpole connectors, fuses, and how to choose the right power supply for your radio.
Whether you're building your first home station or planning a portable setup for POTA or Field Day, this episode will help you make smart power decisions.
In this episode:
AC vs. DC power
Why most radios use 13.8V DC
Switching vs. linear power supplies
How many amps do you need?
LiFePOโ batteries
AGM batteries
Anderson Powerpole connectors
Fuses and circuit protection
Portable power tips
Common beginner mistakes
๐ Like, Subscribe, and join the HamShackTV community for more beginner-friendly amateur radio content.
Live. Learn. Transmit.
๐ SUPPORT THE CHANNEL & JOIN THE COMMUNITY!
GET THE BEST IN MOBILE RADIO MOUNTS: https://www.lidoradio.com/?sca_ref=10673105.CO7opX2nTeqclAj
๐ Shop My Amazon Link
https://geni.us/HSTVAmazon
***Gigaparts***
Radios, Antennas, Coax, Power Supplies, 3D Printers, and More!
Go to Gigaparts.com and Earn 2x Rewards point when using discound code HamShackTV at checkout.
๐ป Get Your Ham Radio License the Easy Way
Ham Radio Prep makes it simple โ save 10% with code HamShackTV
https://HamRadioPrep.com
๐ Join World Radio League
Track QSOs like a pro โ 10% off Paid Memberships with HAMSHACKTV
https://app.worldradioleague.com/?via=josh
ABR Industries (COAX AND CONNECTORS)
https://abrind.com/?sld=hamshacktv
Use coupon code hamshacktv10 at checkout for 10% off
๐ Buy your SEEED T1000 here: https://www.seeedstudio.com/SenseCAP-Card-Tracker-T1000-E-for-Meshtastic-p-5913.html
๐ Digirig Interface
Your all-in-one digital rig solution โ plug in and get on the air fast:
https://digirig.net/p/8/
๐ฅ๏ธ Intehill Monitors for POTA & More
Crystal-clear portable displays perfect for field ops:
https://tidd.ly/46n7BSh
๐งข Official HamShackTV Merch
From shirts to mugs โ support the shack in style:
https://hamshacktv.printify.me/
๐ก BetterSafeRadio Gear
Save 7% on solid gear for the prepared ham โ use code AA4WX7
https://bettersaferadio.com/pro/aa4wx
๐ Explore Meshtastic
Get started with off-grid comms โ click here:
https://tinyurl.com/yfuanv2e
๐ Join This Channel for Perks & Exclusive Content
Get member-only videos, badges & more:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJbVjEmjCQcwcD-Lk91owhw/join
๐๏ธ Visit the All-New HamShackTV Amazon Store
My curated picks in one place:
https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamshacktv
Letโs keep HamShackTV going strong โ hereโs how you can be a part of it:
๐ฌ Chat with Us on Discord
Join the conversation with fellow hams: https://discord.gg/BcqkVCZdZ9
๐ Follow on Facebook
Daily posts, updates, and behind-the-scenes: https://facebook.com/HamShackTV
๐ Visit the website for videos, merch & more: https://HAMSHACKTV.COM
โ ๏ธ FTC Disclaimer: Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, I may earn a small commission โ at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the shack!
Songs that may be used in my videos:
Newsmark - 615 Music
The Process By LAKEY INSPIRED is licensed under a Creative Commons License.
