LiPo Amigo USB-C LiPo/LiIon Battery Charger

Regular price £7.20 GBP
Regular price Sale price £7.20 GBP
Tax included.
Brand: Pimoroni
Availability: Low stock
SKU: PIM611
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Description

LiPo Amigo is a compact, convenient USB-C LiPo/LiIon battery charger designed to safely charge your 3.7V LiPo or LiIon batteries. It features a USB-C connector on one end and a JST-PH connector on the other for battery connection, with a red LED indicator showing charging status.

LiPo Amigo Pro is an enhanced version with two JST-PH connectors, enabling charging the battery and powering your device simultaneously, seamless switching between USB and battery power, a power on/off button, and built-in battery protection.

Both models are compatible with our LiPo and LiIon batteries (sold separately).

Features:

  • MCP73831 charger with 200mA charging current (can be bridged to 500mA for protected batteries)
  • USB-C connector for power input
  • 2 pin JST-PH connector for LiPo/LiIon battery connection
  • Charge LED indicator
  • XB6096I2S battery protector (Pro model only)
  • Additional JST-PH connector for powering 4.2V tolerant devices (Pro model only)
  • Power on/off button and LED (Pro model only)
  • Comes fully assembled

Specifications:

  • Dimensions: LiPo Amigo: 26 x 21 x 7 mm; LiPo Amigo Pro: 36 x 23 x 7 mm (LxWxH including connectors)
  • Charging current: 200mA default, up to 500mA with modifications
  • Peak discharge limit on Pro model: approximately 1A

Important Notes:

  • Only use with 3.7V LiPo or LiIon batteries with protection circuitry
  • Double-check polarity before connecting batteries
  • Do not use DEVICE connector on Pro model for devices not tolerant to 4.2V
  • The DEVICE connector draws current from the battery and offers no boost to 5V devices
  • External LED and switch headers available for custom enclosure integration (Pro model)