Richard:

The basic rig runner is probably all that I'd need, although I'd have to 
check out the amperage ratings just to be sure.

Time to do some more research.

73 from Tom Behler:  KB8TYJ

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Richard Fiorello" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Thursday, March 13, 2008 4:53 PM
Subject: Re: rig runner question


> Hi Tom;
> There are a number of different versions which will vary in price 
> depending
> upon the amperage and the number of items you plan to connect. It 
> basically
> lets you connect a number of items via power poles to your power supply 
> and
> each connection is fused and rated for a particular amperage.  I believe
> that they start around $70 and move up as the amperage and number of items
> increases.  The basic unit allows you to connect five items.
> Richard
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "T Behler" <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Sent: Thursday, March 13, 2008 12:44 PM
> Subject: rig runner question
>
>
> John or anyone:
>
> I've heard several folks mention the rig runner as a way to switch quickly
> from AC to DC power, should the commercial power go off.
>
> What has been everyone's experience with the rig runner, and what is it's
> approximate cost?
>
> I seem to recall that this is available at West Mountain Radio too.
>
> 73 from Tom Behler:  KB8TYJ
>
>