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Hi everyone !
Well Im finally getting up to date and purchased my FIRST Saber radio.
Its VHF model : H43SAK7139CN and wondering if anyone had information
on which battery is best for this radio?
Also, I need a new or mint VHF antenna for this radio (155mhz range)
my 2 cents, I like the motorola; NTN4595 its an 1800Mha, battery & its enough for me depending on your power setting & how much you use it....
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WTB: need a new or mint VHF antenna for this radio (155mhz range
155Mhz working up or down in freq?
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you have the VHF yellow color code 136-151
VHF Black color code 151-162
VHF Blue (for reference) 162-174
Generally, Saber batteries are available in capacities from 600mAh to about 2,700 mAh, in both NiCD and NiMH. (Steps are usually 600, 1000, 1800, and 2500-2800 mAh.) Smaller capacity means smaller physical size. Both types will charge in the standard Motorola or aftermarket chargers. The NiMH batteries will provide more capacity than a NiCD in the same sized case. Lithium Ion batteries are also available, on a more limited basis, but they require a different charger.
Ask eight people here on the Board whose Saber battery they like best and you're liable to get eight different answers, though you usually won't go wrong with a Motorola. W&W and Multiplier are two other manufacturers. eBay can be a good source for batteries, as well as antennas at times, but you'll always find batteries there.
Tom in D.C. In 1920, the U.S. Post Office Department ruled
that children may not be sent by parcel post.
I have found that sticking with NiCad allows you to use a lot of the legacy equipment coming on the market. Such as charger/conditioners etc. We have a lot of older Sabers floating around the unit and with not much to spend, thats what works for us.
Frank
"The greatest battle implement ever devised by man." General George S. Patton Jr.
I have a few antennas that will work for your application. They are all made in America by Centurion. The first is a standard 6" helical whip for $13.50; model EXB150MX. The second is a 3.5" stubby for $14; model EXS150MX. The third is a 10.5" base loaded whip for $14; model EXH155MX. You can get more on these antennas at http://www.centurion.com.
As for batteries, I have my house brand 1600mAh Ni-CD ones for $35. If you want Multiplier then I have 1100mAh Ni-CD for $51.35, 1800maAh Ni-CD for $52.65, and 2700mAh Ni-CD for $59.25. Other capacities and chemistries are available if you want.
