Anyone tested the Wouxun radio for parasitic drain?

[problemchild]

I am charging my radio battery after 1 month of sitting and its been charging for 1.5hrs now. Seems a huge drain for sitting off for one month. Maybe we should store them with the battery not installed?

[bohoki]

what type batteries

most rechargable types self discharge over time

[Southwest Chuck]

PC, I never take chances with Parasitic drain on important items I carry/store. I always cut a rounded tab of clear heavy plastic (from scrap retail packaging) and insert it between the battery and the contact to prevent accidental discharge or parasitic drain. I can quickly open and remove this tab on anything I have, even in total darkness and as the need arises.

Since I have started doing this, I have saved multiple battery discharges due to accidental activations..... flashlights, radios, etc. and have yet found any of my equipment discharged when needed since starting this practice, even on items I KNOW have a parasitic drain problem.

So, by doing this, I have mooted your question, as it applies to me, anyway. You might try it !

[Briancnelson]

My neighbor, the HAM, reports his Wouxun he tinkers with has a fair amount of parasitic drain, and is +1 on the heavy plastic tab when not in use.

[gorblimey]

Thanks for the parasitic drain heads-up. I like the optional AA pack. Eneloops + flexible film solar chargers = GTG