Ever wondered if those new USB-C PPS & Power Delivery gadgets can actually power your ham radio gear? In this video, I unbox and test a pile of weird but useful PPS/PD-powered devices — from power banks to magnetic chargers — and see how they hold up for phones, QRP radios, and portable setups.
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👉 12v 5525 PD Trigger Cable for IC-705 or Xiegu X6100/X6200/X5105 (etc): https://geni.us/aRwMU
👉 12v 4017 PD Trigger Adapter for Yaesu Gear: https://geni.us/vS80g
⚡ Topics covered:
• PPS vs PD — what it really means
• Fast charging claims vs real output
• Can a 5Ah (5000mAh) USB battery power your QRP rig?
• Why ham radio ops should care about PPS/PD gear
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