Your ham radio won't get very far without the right power source.

In Episode 14 of the Ham Radio for Beginners series, Josh AA4WX explains how to safely power your amateur radio station. Learn the difference between AC and DC power, switching and linear power supplies, LiFePO₄ batteries, Anderson Powerpole connectors, fuses, and how to choose the right power supply for your radio.

Whether you're building your first home station or planning a portable setup for POTA or Field Day, this episode will help you make smart power decisions.

In this episode:

AC vs. DC power

Why most radios use 13.8V DC

Switching vs. linear power supplies

How many amps do you need?

LiFePO₄ batteries

AGM batteries

Anderson Powerpole connectors

Fuses and circuit protection

Portable power tips

Common beginner mistakes

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