Connecting batteries in parallel is not a good idea.
They will begin to discharge each other.


I agree with that. Plus, if that guy plans on using the IC-735
transmitter at anywhere near its full power capability, even 2 4.5AH
batteries paralleled would be insufficient current capability. I don't
understand why someone would want to go to such lengths to use a bunch of
NiCd cells when the cost of a small automotive or motorcycle 12V lead acid
battery isn't that much, and would work much better.



Ed