[amsat-bb] Field case recommendations for FT-817ND?

[Roger]

A laptop case comes in many sizes and materials. Might be a good option.


73, Roger
W7TZ
CN83ia

On Sat, May 6, 2017 at 6:13 AM, Sean K. via AMSAT-BB <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
wrote:

> If you're looking for simple protection for the 817, the Yaesu soft case
> does a good job. It will keep the dirt off, but won't offer any protection
> if you drop it. If you want a bag to carry your entire portable station in,
> I took Paul N8HM's advice and bought the Amazon Basics camera bag.
>
> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CF5OHZ2/ref=oh_aui_
> detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
>
> It holds two 817's, a battery pack, several gadgets, and puts it all at
> your fingertips. a Grab-n-go solution for a full duplex satellite station.
> I also bought this shoulder strap designed for two SLR cameras, again at
> N8HM's suggestion. It holds the bag above in place over both shoulders and
> keep the bag right in front of you. A simple, effective solution.
> https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00508ZURU/ref=oh_aui_
> detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
>
>
> Sean Kutzko Amateur Radio KX9X
>
>       From: B J <va6bmj at gmail.com>
>  To: Ken M <va7kbm at outlook.com>
> Cc: amsat-bb <amsat-bb at amsat.org>
>  Sent: Saturday, May 6, 2017 8:43 AM
>  Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] Field case recommendations for FT-817ND?
>
> On 5/5/17, Ken M <va7kbm at outlook.com> wrote:
> > Hello all,
> >
> > Any thoughts on field cases for FT-817ND radios?
> >
> > - Protective but slim. I'd rather have a slimmer case, and put the whole
> > thing in the pack of my choice, than have a manpack specifically
> > designed for the FT-817ND.
> > - Because I will have two FT-817ND's at times, I want two cases, so I
> > can easily bring just one radio if I'm doing QRP, or two radios if I'm
> > doing satellite.
> > - It might be convenient if the case will hold a second device like an
> > auto-tuner for HF, or a tablet or small device for digital modes.
> > - Able to operate the radio while it's in the case.
> >
> > I've looked at a few:
> >
> > - The Yaesu vinyl case looks a bit flimsy and is expensive for what it
> > is (but not bulky, so might be the best choice I've seen).
> > - The products from PortableZero are too heavy-duty and bulky for my
> needs.
> > - The HamSource pack is too bulky and overkill (if I were to carry two
> > of them).
> >
> > I suppose I'd like something that resembles the Yaesu case, possibly
> > with a second tuner/device pocket, but made from a heavier duty nylon
> > pack-cloth, or padded in some way.
>
> <snip>
>
> A few years ago, I bought one from here:
>
> http://www.powerportstore.com/amateur.htm
>
> I wasn't pleased with the belt clip, so I later bought a tool belt and
> pouch from a home improvement store and I use that for holding my '817
> and the case.  One advantage for doing that is that I can use my radio
> outside during winter as the case helps the rig stay warm.
>
> 73s
>
> Bernhard VA6BMJ @ DO33FL
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