Yaesu FT-817 radio protection stackable case.

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This project is designed for effortless home use and safeguarding of the transceiver in both field and domestic settings, featuring a scalable architecture utilizing plug connections dubbed "dovetail." The most recent iteration incorporated "dovetail" connectors on the box's sides for mounting various useful items, such as a microphone hook, pen boxes, small batteries, or backlights. By maintaining a gap between the Magee box and radio housing, proper ventilation is ensured, thereby preventing overheating. Painting the body with white or silver paint can also help prevent transceiver overheating when exposed to direct sunlight on a summer day. The second compartment will likely be utilized for lithium-polymer batteries and an inverter with discharge signaling. The third compartment is intended for a 50-watt amplifier, while the fourth will accommodate an antenna tuner once it becomes available. To facilitate easy transportation, a carrying handle can be mounted atop this configuration. The result may be a compact and user-friendly mobile shack. Design details ensure a secure fit without requiring excessive friction in the "dovetail" connectors, which are robust and aesthetically pleasing. This design might appeal to owners of the FT-817 from Yasu. The body is not designed for backpack use; instead, it's better suited for a more structured carrying method.