Communication Skills
A backup battery system for a fixed-mount VHF ensures communications in an emergency....
Category: Electrical
Bright Lights
The LED revolution has seen a million rechargeable lights hit market—many for the marine market. I...
Taking Charge – Battery Basics
Knowing battery basics and technologies empowers battery choices. Aboard any boat with an...
Being Big Brother – Floathub
Last year, as hurricane Dorian headed for Florida, I was forced to evacuate, leaving my schooner...
All Things Being Equal – Equalizing Batteries
Equalizing batteries can improve performance and extend their lifespan. Lead acid house batteries...
The Empirical Battery Test
When they were new, the four Rayovac 6-volt golf-cart (GC2) batteries on Phantom, our Pearson 365...
Ferrites Run Interference
They put a check on electronic noise from RFI and EMI Have you ever tried to listen to someone...
Small-Scale Solar
A simple system will keep a frugal sailor’s battery topped off When I first mentioned adding solar...
Hints and Pointers for Installing AIS
This is further technical information about purchasing, installing, and powering AIS devices from...
Instrument Sun Cover
A homemade replacement is the answer My good old boat was a former racer and came with a KVH...
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