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usbroway BL-5 Battery Eliminator for BF-F8HP UV-5X3 UV-5R two-way radio
Powers BF-F8 and UV-5R series BaoFeng radios directly from a vehicle's DC supply, replacing the stock battery for continuous in-car operation
- TypeTwo-way Radio
- Powers BF-F8 and UV-5R radios directly from a vehicle DC supply
- Replaces the stock battery to run the radio on continuous vehicle power
- Battery eliminator design avoids charging the original battery pack
- Compatible with BF-F8HP, UV-5X3 and UV-5R two-way radio models
- New condition ensures reliable operation straight from the package
Vehicle Power Adaptor
This battery eliminator replaces the standard battery pack on compatible BaoFeng two-way radios and draws direct DC power from a vehicle socket. It fits the BF-F8HP, UV-5X3 and UV-5R series handsets, letting them operate continuously while mobile. The unit is a power adaptor, not a charger for the original battery.
Stock Battery Replacement
It takes the place of the radio’s stock battery when the handset is used inside a vehicle, removing the need to monitor cell charge during long journeys. The swap is worth it whenever the radio must stay on for hours without access to a mains charger or spare packs. It does not recharge the removed battery.
Continuous Mobile Operation
The adaptor comfortably handles extended transmit and receive cycles while the vehicle engine is running, limited only by the vehicle’s own electrical system. It runs out of headroom if the vehicle supply is lost or the socket is unpowered, at which point the radio needs its normal battery reinstalled.
Highlights
- Powers BF-F8 and UV-5R radios directly from a vehicle DC supply
- Replaces the stock battery to run the radio on continuous vehicle power
- Battery eliminator design avoids charging the original battery pack
- Compatible with BF-F8HP, UV-5X3 and UV-5R two-way radio models
- New condition ensures reliable operation straight from the package
Specifications
| Type | Two-way Radio |
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Questions about this item
How does the eliminator attach to a BF-F8HP, UV-5X3 or UV-5R radio?
The eliminator slides onto the radio body in place of the standard BL-5 battery pack, using the same latch and contact points as the original battery.
What is the common mistake when first using this eliminator?
Users often forget to remove the stock battery before fitting the eliminator, which prevents the contacts from mating and leaves the radio unpowered.
What part of the eliminator is most likely to need replacement over time?
The DC power cord and its vehicle plug endure repeated insertion and vibration, so the cable or plug typically wears out before the eliminator body itself.
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