Icom batteries

[stiknruda]

Guys, seem to recall something a few weeks ago but didn't "need to know" then about Icom batteries.

My 10 yr old ICOM radio now needs a new battery!

It is the large rectangular model (A2?)

I'm in the UK, anyone know of a cheap reliable source for replacements?

Thanks

Stik

[vintage ATCO]

Try Combat Alexander http://www.combatalexander.co.uk/cgi-bin/ePages.storefront/EN/Catalog/28339. I don't think they sell Icom batteries but they will re-cell them, certainly the A3 ones.

I had one done with 1000 NiMH cells for less than 30 quid. Lasts for ages and no memory effect.

[Remmington]

Try Harry Mendleson - Glasgow
Sorry have not got # but Icom tell me they do best deal

[Mark 1]

ICOM no longer supply the old type battery packs.

I simply re-celled mine with NiMH (NiCd also available but why bother). Tandy can supply the cells at a very reasonable price.

[Hersham Boy]

Tried eBay?

[stiknruda]

Thanks chaps - the original is on its way to Combat Alexander, which is just down the road from here.

£28 plus p&p plus vat.


Stik