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January 25th 05, 05:59 PM

David G. Nagel

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When looking for a power supply for my Alinco dr-590, what type of
power supply would I look for? The radio says 13.8 v dc but if I get a
12 volt power supply will it put out the same wattage at the radio?

12 VDC to 13.8 VDC are nominal voltages. Very few radios are sensitive
to variation of voltage as long as the power supply can supply the amps.
The Icom 706 series seem to be sensitive to .LT. 12 VDC. I can't speak
to the Alinco.
Generally the front of any given power supply will say 12 VDC but the
specs will indicate 13.8 VDC.
No, if you provide 12 VDC you will output a lower wattage regardless of
the capacity to provide adequate amperage.

Dave WD9BDZ

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