Monthly Archives: June 2023

Meanwhile, quality LiFePO4 batteries last and last and la….

Posted on June 2, 2023 by robert

After reporting the failure of my Miady 16 AH battery (lightly used less than 3 years old), I dug out my “backup” battery: a 9.6 AH K2 Energy battery, purchased in mid 2011.  That battery is 12 years old.  It … Continue reading →

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Spoke too soon re: Miady 16 AH LiFePO4

Posted on June 1, 2023 by robert

After “fully” charging the battery, I put it into service during a POTA activation.  Imagine my surprise when 10 minutes into the activation my radio shut down.  I suspected a battery failure, but didn’t have a backup with me. When … Continue reading →

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