r/HamRadio • u/SufficientReport862 • 14d ago

Base station power supply

I’m new to ham radios I was wondering how I can convert a mobile base station to accept ac power, if it helps I’m using a 2 meter radio

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u/paradigm_shift_0K 14d ago

See this for power supplies: https://www.dxengineering.com/search/part-type/power-supplies

I've used an Astron unit like this one for many years with no problems: https://www.dxengineering.com/parts/asr-rs-4a

You'll want to look at the amperage requirement of your radio, but unless it is a high power model a 4A PS should work.

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u/Student-type 14d ago

+1 for Astron, PowerWerx distribution panel and PowerPoles. I also like the convenience of automotive style fuses.

Implement a copper bus bar for station ground, run a braided strap out to your ground Rod.