Could I use this charger to charge my radio in case of an extended power outage? Tecsun PL-660SLV Portable AM/FM/LW/Air Shortwave World Band Radio with Single Side Band, Silver Could I use this charger to charge my radio in case of an extended power outage? Tecsun PL-660SLV Portable AM/FM/LW/Air Shortwave World Band... » Read More Could I use this charger to charge my radio in case of an extended power outage? Tecsun PL-660SLV Portable AM/FM/LW/Air Shortwave World Band Radio with Single Side Band, Silver « Show Less
796901
I know it is a well built device and charges a 6Volt Stanley spot light. Check voltage output/input for radio vrs K-tor? good luck.
1011930
Yes our hand crank can be used to charge this Tecsun radio as well as a wide range of other portable, rechargeable devices. Ken
1011931
Yes, it should work. But I caution that it takes a long time and a lot of work.
1717730
This radio with the USB connector is made for what it is made for.... small things like phones and maybe tablets. Even tablet charging is asking for a lot. The charging circuit is very limited. If we did ever get an EMP or CME pulse from the sun it will fry the electronics of this radio. Remember this radio has IC circuits in it. A blast of X-Ray energy will wipe it out. I guess if you are not using the radio and have removed any battery's from the radio you could wrap it in about 5 layers of heavy duty aluminium foil. That may be enough to stop an EMP or CME blast from wiping it out.
2012103
Yes you can use the usb that came with the radio just make sure that your usb port has enough voltage and current to recharge it properly also check your laptop's usb voltage rating specs, although by general rule they all abide by the usb consortium I found this info and hope it helps you http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USB
1689965
it seems to be the standard charger that is used for most small appliances, I would call a radio shack type place and ask them if they sell chargers or know of someone who does
1822456
Most phones come with a "USB" type adapter for charging so this radio would charge your phone. The crank charger does this very slowly so I wouldn't count on it for other than a power outage or a long camping trip where electric is not available. It will not be the same all day charge that an outlet will provide but when you need to power up for a call, you cant beat it. Self reliance, count only on yourself.
809294
Yes to both questions. I bought a higher amperage battery to use as my primary power source. The charger works well, even when I took it overseas.
1729216
The little connection on the battery is for a charger. You will need a separate charger cable for this. You can charge the radio either using this connection or through the charger that came with the radio.
583703
I'm sorry but I have no idea. Its used to recharge an Eton Red Cross emergency radio at our church. The charger and radio are at church and I won't be back there until tomorrow. I'll try to get you an answer then when I can look at the radio. If nothing else, I'll get the model no of the radio and we can look it up on the Eton or Amazon site and see what amps the radio requires. However, this item is for the Eton. BTW, the outside source for this item (not Eton) sent it with several optional plugs and none fit. I called them and they quick shipped more plugs with the right one included. They are great 3rd party Amazon sellers. I'm sorry but I have no idea. Its used to recharge an Eton Red Cross emergency radio at our church. The charger and radio are at church and I won't be back there until tomorrow. I'll try to get you an answer then when I can look at the radio. If nothing else, I'll get the model no of the radio and we can look it up on the Eton or Amazon site and see what amps the radio requires. However, this item is for the Eton. BTW, the outside source for this item (not Eton) sent it with several optional plugs and none fit. I called them and they quick shipped more plugs with the right one included.... » Read More I'm sorry but I have no idea. Its used to recharge an Eton Red Cross emergency radio at our church. The charger and radio are at church and I won't be back there until tomorrow. I'll try to get you an answer then when I can look at the radio. If nothing else, I'll get the model no of the radio and we can look it up on the Eton or Amazon site and see what amps the radio requires. However, this item is for the Eton. BTW, the outside source for this item (not Eton) sent it with several optional plugs and none fit. I called them and they quick shipped more plugs with the right one included. They are great 3rd party Amazon sellers. « Show Less
835004
You would probably want to add this unit in PARALLEL to any other charging sources to maintain a 12VDC output, but adding current (Amps) to the charging circuit. Do NOT charge 12VDC batteries above 13.8 Volts! They can explode at higher voltages.This unit is made for portability (backpacking, bug-out kit). It can directly charge portable (HT) radios with a cigarette lighter socket (optional) and the lighter plug charger cord that came with the radio. This is for radios that allow charging installed batteries from an automotive 12VDC lighter socket.
1008129
Iuse the USB charger to charge the battery that is in the radio. I have not charged my spare battery, becuase once you start charging and discharging them, they begin to wear out. I will use the 1st battery until it won't hold a charge any longer, and then install the 2nd battery.
304817
While it supplies 12 volts what matters most is the amps required by your stereo and all (if any) accessories. The charger I have states 5 amps. The radio should list the power draw on its spec sheet. If its minimal you may get lucky but considering it looks like you want to run the radio near a household outlet there are better options that will do what your looking for. You could even consider using an old computer power supply and tap off the 12 volt line. Good luck.
2143024
Well that's not cool. Don't get rid of the radio if it works. I have several of them and they work fine including the chargers. Maybe they gave you a charger for another radio. That's unfortunate, but can happen. Just purchase another charger and you should be fine. So instead of $50 for a radio you now will pay maybe $65. Good luck to you.
47785
No. That is one of the limitations of this product. It is also one of the reasons that the price is lower than chargers that will still work if the power goes out.
2014239
I own the PL-660 and PL-210 and like them both the PL-880 is the latest offering from Tecsun the 660 and 210 are good radios and I really like them I would think the 880 is a new radio with added features I would like to see some reviews on the 880 before I made the purchase in any case the 660 is a good radio.
1614669
No experience with that charger, but it should do the job. One note to radio operators; you cannot run the charger when receiving as it creates much QRN.
1869979
Portable solar power. Power small items during power outagesI use two to power HAM radio system
859857
Transmitting at high power, this radio will draw less than 14 amps at 13.8 V DC. Something like the Samlex SEC-1223 power supply would be ideal.