Standard Horizon Battery Tray f/HX290, HX400, & HX400IS

The Standard Horizon Battery Tray (FBA-42) is an alkaline battery tray designed for the HX290, HX400, and HX400IS portable VHF marine radios. This OEM replacement component provides reliable power management for Standard Horizon's compact handheld transceiver lineup, ensuring consistent radio operation in field and maritime communication scenarios where dependable power supply is critical.

The battery tray accommodates alkaline batteries for the compatible HX-series models, maintaining the electrical interface required for uninterrupted VHF transmission and reception. At 3 x 1 x 6 inches and weighing only 0.3 lbs, the tray is compact and lightweight—essential for portable radio configurations where weight and space directly impact field mobility. As an OEM part manufactured to Standard Horizon specifications, it delivers proper contact pressure and connector compatibility that aftermarket alternatives may not reliably provide.

This replacement part suits marine operators, rescue personnel, outdoor communicators, and anyone relying on the HX290, HX400, or HX400IS for portable VHF communication. Whether replacing a worn tray, maintaining a backup radio, or upgrading to alkaline-powered operation, the FBA-42 restores full operational capability to these Standard Horizon transceivers. Operators who demand consistent radio reliability in remote or maritime environments appreciate OEM components that maintain manufacturer-specified performance standards.

Standard Horizon's HX-series radios are known for durability and compact design in professional marine and rescue applications. Using genuine OEM parts ensures full compatibility and maintains the radio's design integrity. The FBA-42 battery tray is the correct replacement component for users requiring alkaline battery operation on these models.