Farm radios used a variety of male or female connectors. You may be able to use a connector from an old original battery if one is available. Auto parts stores and electronics supply houses such as Allied, Digi-Key, and Mouser carry a variety of Molex power connectors that are easily adaptable to work with most farm radios, and the connector can be hidden inside the battery box.
Vintage reproduction battery boxes for Pre-WWII Zenith portable tube radios, such as the Zenith 5G500 or 6G801, or for building your own farm radio batteries. Boxes are in the style of several common mid-20th century replacement batteries. Generic boxes do not have voltage or model data on the label so that they can be used for a variety of farm radios. These boxes have a similar look to the original batteries, but may not be exact reproductions.
Boxes include intructions.
Please verify the box will fit in your radio, and that batteries and holders will fit in the box before ordering.
Boxes are made from new 1/8" corrugated cardboard. Labels are printed on Epson Ultra Premium Presentation paper with archival inks. Boxes are individually handmade upon receipt of order and there may be minor variations from sample to sample.
Shown below are two of the radio side female cinch connectors found on certain portable tube radios that use AB batteries with a four-pin male connector. We can provide the male battery side connectors to fit the two socket patterns shown. See the listings below for availability.
Batteries, battery holders, and connectors are NOT included with the box unless specified in the listing. If a connector is available, it is noted in the listing. The only battery holder kits that will fit these smaller boxes is Kit C, Option 6 or Option 7. In some cases, it may be necessary to use 9-volt snap connectors, available below, for your B supply if Kit C won't fit in the battery box. Battery holder kits may be ordered on the Zenith Trans-Oceanic page.Our DIY products are intended for vintage radio collectors and restorers who have a basic understanding of radio battery circuitry and have the necessary tooks and knowledge to assemble and install our kits. Most of our kits are available fully assembled and installed in your reproduction battery box at additional cost. If you are unsure about placing an order, send us an email.
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| Zenith Z-909 battery box for Zenith 6G801 and other similar radios using a NEDA 406 9volt/90volt AB battery. The Z-909 battery measures 9-3/4" x 4-3/8" x 2-1/2." Check battery compartment size before ordering. Use to build a working battery for your Zenith portable tube radio. Batteries and battery holders not included. Includes instructions. The Zenith Z-909 battery uses the same male connector used in the Z-985 Trans-Oceanic family of batteries. This battery is available with a Z-985 type connector. To add a battery holder and connector kit, add the Z909 battery box with NO connector, then visit the Trans-Oceanic page and choose either Kit C, Option 6 or Option 7. | |||
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| Z985 Type Male Battery Connector Only. This connector mates with the female radio connector on all tube Zenith Trans-Oceanic radios, RCA Strato-World, and Hallicrafters 500, 1000, and 2000. May fit other battery powered portable radios as well that use a NEDA 400 style 4-socket female cinch connector. Choice of Threaded/Nut Connector or Hot Glued Connector | |||
| Zenith Z-675 battery box for Zenith 5G500 and other similar radios using a NEDA 422 6volt/75volt AB battery with the Z675/NEDA 422 style connector. The Z-675 battery measures 12-1/2" x 4" x 2-3/4." Check battery compartment size before ordering. Use to build a working battery for your Zenith portable tube radio. Batteries and battery holders not included. Includes instructions. The Zenith Z-675 battery uses a 4-pin asymmetrical male connector. This battery box is available with a Z-675 type connector. To purchase this Z675 reproduction battery box with battery holders and a connector, select either Kit A or Kit B below. The kits include the Z675 box, and all the battery holders and connector needed to build your battery. | |||
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| Z675 Type Male Battery Connector Only. This connector mates with the female radio connector on the Zenith 5G500 portable tube radio. May fit other battery powered portable radios using a 4-socket female NEDA 422 type cinch connector as well. Available with a threaded nut mount only. | |||
 | $12.95 + S&H | ||
| Z675 Kit A. Z675 reproduction battery box with Do-It-Yourself battery holder and connector kit. Kit come with a reproduction Z675 battery box and includes eight 9-volt battery holders, one four D cell holder, and one Z675 connector. Assembly requires soldering. | |||
 | $60.95+ S&H | ||
| Z675 Kit B. Z675 reproduction battery box with battery holders and connector fully assembled and installed in your Z675 box. Z675 box with eight 9-volt battery holders, one four D cell holder, and one Z675 connector installed. | |||
 | $85.95 + S&H | ||
| Vintage Zenith generic battery box for farm radio. Use with most vintage farm radios. Battery measures 10-1/8" x 4-1/2" x 2-3/4." Check battery compartment size before ordering. Use this box to build a working battery for your farm radio. Batteries and battery holders not included. Includes instructions. No connector is available for this box. | |||
 | $21.50 + S&H | ||
| Vintage Eveready generic battery box for farm radio. Eveready batteries were a common replacement battery. Use with most vintage farm radios. Battery measures 10-1/8" x 4-1/2" x 2-3/4." Check battery compartment size before ordering. Use this box to build a working battery for your farm radio. Batteries and battery holders not included. Includes instructions. No connector is available for this box. | |||
 | $21.50 + S&H | ||
| Snap Connectors 10 Pak. Use to connect up to ten 9-volt batteries in series to create a B power supply for your portable tube or farm radio. Vinyl housing, solder leads. | |||
 | $10.00 + S&H | ||
| 4 D Cell Battery Holder. Use for building a battery requiring 6 volts. | |||
 | $3.25 + S&H | ||
