This battery definitely has the capacity. I use it generally for APRS positioning, and a fully charged battery will not only last the entire event, but when I have used it in a vehicle for just APRS, it will still be working the next morning if I forgot to turn it off. I expected a longer life than the factory batteries, but it is considerably a longer-lasting battery. I will likely purchase another one for another operator with the same radio.
I ordered a battery for my Yeasu FT5D. After it arrived I noticed it would become very hot when charging and notified W0AEZ. I was instructed to return it and the problem was corrected. I was interested I the desktop charger and ordered one but it too needed to be returned. The battery did not fit the charger and I ended up pushing the connector in the battery further back into the battery compartment where no connection was made. I am awaiting the return after W0AEZ determines what the problem is. I have complete faith the issue will be corrected as W0AEZ is very reputable (I like that W0AEZ performs testing on the battery cells used, matching them up in order to assure they are equal matches, something BA does not do.) Hopefully, after W0AEZ evaluates my issue with the charger, I won’t have a problem with pushing the battery connector out of alignment with the desktop chargers connection. The Desktop charger seems to be at fault here and it’s my hope my working with W0AEZ will provide him with the necessary insight to better his products and build his business. We need more like him looking out for the amateur community. Thank you W0AEZ.
This is a well built battery. Fits perfectly on the radio.
I find this battery is a big improvement compared to Yaesu hi-cap battery in performance and time between charges.
That can make a real difference in many operating scenarios.
Larry WD4HF
I recently purchased several batteries for my FT5 radio, and I am thoroughly impressed with the performance I have observed during testing. On average, these batteries have provided approximately 12 to 18 hours of continuous use and have lasted up to 30 hours on standby. During the hurricanes Helene and Milton, I was able to monitor local SARNET signals in Florida to stay informed about the evolving weather situation.
Must have
works great
This battery is a great addition for the radio. Battery lasts all day and then some. Charging is quick and easy via USB 👌
Works very well
Love the usb-c pd.
Wonder why yaesu refuse to adopt it?
I tried many times to catch this battery when it was in stock, I finally cought it in stock, and am glad I did! The fit the radio is a little tight and you lose the ability to have the belt clip. However, these were small trade offs to have a larger battery capacity and the ability to charge with USB-C, I can’t wait for the battery for the Ft-70 to be released!
The batteries I bought were great. Long lasting, well made. Will buy more. Thank you.
Ice product and excellent service. If he could clone himself that would be great!!!
Used with my Yaesu FT-5, this battery outlasts both the stock battery, and the available after-market 3800 mAh battery, by several hours. It is also USB "C" chargeable, but note that it does not work in a drop-in charger. It does make the radio a little more bulky, but if you need more power, it does the job. Also of note is that I found WOAEZ customer service to be excellent.
I love my FT3 but the battery life of the factory battery is dismal. Yaesu should just buy this design and make this the default battery they supply with this radio. The users would actually enjoy the radio from the box this way. Thanks for a great battery Kevin. This is a winner.
Great value
