ICOM ICF3 replacement batteries

[bbo14]

I have an ICOM ICF3 that needs a couple of replacement batteries. I ordered one from an Ebay seller "supposedly" in California (really a Chinese reseller). It woud not charge. I mailed them and they sent a replacement battery, and then a third. NONE of them would charge. I use ICOM's BC119N with the AD81 insert (worked fine on prior batteries. I sent all three back and got a refund. I then sent an inquiry to the battery seller I used to use when I worked for the local two way dealer here. They no longer carry them. All the other Ebay sellers are pseudonym's for the same Chinese seller. So I have no confidence in them.

Does anyone know of a seller that carries these? I have a holder that uses alkaline cells, but I would like to use a nicad or nimh and use my charger again.

Thanks.

Bob

 

[jeepsandradios]

I use W&W but have not ordered one in a few years as the radio didn't do narrowband. Its in a box with some ham stuff in it now.

 

[bbo14]

Oh yeah, I remember them. I will try them. I would think there is still someone out there that has some (that work!). Thanks.

 

[cmdrwill]

Check with ExpertPower aka imax experts.

6437 Alondra Blvd Paramount, CA 90723

Call: (562) 630 - 3002

support@expertpower.us

 

[12dbsinad]

Try Power Products always had good luck with them

 

[wd9ewk]

Batteries America also has packs for that radio.

Batteries America - The Worldwide Battery Superstore

 

[merlin]

I got a couple batteries from 'battery source' .BP-210, NI-MH,1650 ma/hr. Made in China, but these batteries are very good.
The charger is BC-137 (Icom from Japan)
So far, zero problems. Now I have found the same batteries on ebay, hardly cheaper, under $30.