Transport Case for K3?
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I'm looking for recommendations for a small padded case for a K3, which could in turn be placed into checked luggage. I'd like something not much larger than the radio itself, with space for the radio alone. What have others found that will protect a K3 during transportation? 73, Jeff Maass K8ND _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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I used a large food container from the supermarket. I jammed blocks into
the front corners to keep the tuning knob away from the box lest it got a knock. Clip-on top made the whole thing very cheap, light weight and robust. Put that in regular travel bag with any padding you like, eg clothes or bubble wrap. David G3UNA > > I'm looking for recommendations for a small padded case for a K3, which > could in turn be > placed into checked luggage. I'd like something not much larger than the > radio itself, > with space for the radio alone. > > What have others found that will protect a K3 during transportation? > > > 73, Jeff Maass K8ND > > Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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In reply to this post by Jeffrey Maass
Yesterday I bought a 'Flight Case' from Maplin here in the UK - it is p/n N70AP. I haven't yet cut the foam to fit but even without the foam in place the K3 barely moves around as it is gripped lightly between the foam in the lid and the bottom of the case which is covered in a thin layer of high density foam. It's slightly larger than the K3 footprint but means I should also be able to fit in my Microham CW Keyer and Bencher paddle.
I was pleasantly surprised by the quality; seems strong enough, is lockable and is well padded inside even without the foam block. Best bit is the price - £14.99 though apparently this is 50% off til Xmas eve. If the pound drops any further it may even make sense for US (and EU..) users to buy direct from over here! 73, Stewart Rolfe, GW0ETF (www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=36796&TabID=1&C=SO&U=strat15&doy=search)
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RE: Transport Case for K3 - for UK?
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> Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:37:01 -0800
> From: [hidden email] > To: [hidden email] > Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Transport Case for K3 - for UK? > > If the pound drops > any further it may even make sense for US (and EU..) users to buy direct > from over here! If Elecraft moved over here, it would be win-win :) If anyone wants a Pelican case in the UK, I recently ordered from http://www.waterproof-cases.co.uk/ and was happy with their service. 35% off and free postage. Mine was dispatched the day I placed my order. David (M6SPV) Great search results, great prizes. BigSnapSearch.com Search now _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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In reply to this post by Jeffrey Maass
Look at Rose Kopp's cases - she doesn't have a web site, but mail [hidden email]
and rose will be pleased to mail you pictures etc. I have no connection other than an extremely satisfied customer - Rose does great work. 73 de M0XDF, K3 #174 -- Hofstadter's Law: The time and effort required to complete a project are always more than you expect, even when you take into account Hofstadter's Law. On 12 Dec 2008, at 05:00, Jeff Maass wrote: > > I'm looking for recommendations for a small padded case for a K3, > which could in turn be > placed into checked luggage. I'd like something not much larger than > the radio itself, > with space for the radio alone. > > What have others found that will protect a K3 during transportation? _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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In reply to this post by Jeffrey Maass
Ditto the remarks on the cases Rose Kopp makes
([hidden email]). I used one on the trip to C6 for CQWW but put it in my carryon. I've travelled for years with the K2 (and took it too this year) by just wrapping it with a largish piece of soft foam and then packing it in the checked suitcase. Using Rose's case with some foam around the K3 would be OK in my view for checked luggage. Fred KE7X -----Original Message----- From: [hidden email] [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Jeff Maass Sent: Friday, December 12, 2008 12:00 AM To: [hidden email] Subject: [Elecraft] Transport Case for K3? I'm looking for recommendations for a small padded case for a K3, which could in turn be placed into checked luggage. I'd like something not much larger than the radio itself, with space for the radio alone. What have others found that will protect a K3 during transportation? 73, Jeff Maass K8ND _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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In reply to this post by GW0ETF
Yes, I use one of those it the K3 might get some rough treatment -
like going to scout camp. I paid the same price at the beginning of the year - it's always that price :-) 73 de M0XDF, K3 #174 -- The secret of life is honesty and fair dealing. If you can fake that, you've got it made. -Groucho Marx On 12 Dec 2008, at 08:37, GW0ETF wrote: > > Yesterday I bought a 'Flight Case' from Maplin here in the UK - it > is p/n > N70AP. I haven't yet cut the foam to fit but even without the foam > in place > the K3 barely moves around as it is gripped lightly between the foam > in the > lid and the bottom of the case which is covered in a thin layer of > high > density foam. It's slightly larger than the K3 footprint but means I > should > also be able to fit in my Microham CW Keyer and Bencher paddle. > > I was pleasantly surprised by the quality; seems strong enough, is > lockable > and is well padded inside even without the foam block. Best bit is > the price > - £14.99 though apparently this is 50% off til Xmas eve. If the > pound drops > any further it may even make sense for US (and EU..) users to buy > direct > from over here! _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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In reply to this post by Cady, Fred
Go to ebay and look for Pelican cases, either 1500 or 1600 series depending
on how much support gear goes with the rig. ND3F used my K3 in C6 with keyer, cables, power supply all in a 1600 case and it would take the plane running OVER the case to damage the radio. Plus, the cases are waterproof to something like 25 feet and have a lifetime warranty. -----Original Message----- From: [hidden email] [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Cady, Fred Sent: Friday, December 12, 2008 8:16 AM To: [hidden email]; [hidden email] Subject: RE: [Elecraft] Transport Case for K3? Ditto the remarks on the cases Rose Kopp makes ([hidden email]). I used one on the trip to C6 for CQWW but put it in my carryon. I've travelled for years with the K2 (and took it too this year) by just wrapping it with a largish piece of soft foam and then packing it in the checked suitcase. Using Rose's case with some foam around the K3 would be OK in my view for checked luggage. Fred KE7X -----Original Message----- From: [hidden email] [mailto:[hidden email]] On Behalf Of Jeff Maass Sent: Friday, December 12, 2008 12:00 AM To: [hidden email] Subject: [Elecraft] Transport Case for K3? I'm looking for recommendations for a small padded case for a K3, which could in turn be placed into checked luggage. I'd like something not much larger than the radio itself, with space for the radio alone. What have others found that will protect a K3 during transportation? 73, Jeff Maass K8ND _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the system manager. This message contains confidential information and is intended only for the individual named. If you are not the named addressee you should not disseminate, distribute or copy this e-mail. _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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> Go to ebay and look for Pelican cases, either 1500 or 1600 series
> depending > on how much support gear goes with the rig. ND3F used my K3 in C6 with > keyer, cables, power supply all in a 1600 case and it would take the plane > running OVER the case to damage the radio. An option with the 1500 series is the 1526, that gives you the ability to use foam or a convertible travel bag. I use the foam for tough long-distance transports, and the bag when I'm on short travel visits http://www.boss-safety.com/shop/pelican-1526-protector-case-with-convertible-travel-p-1664.html Paul, W9AC _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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