The PowerBoost 1000C is an excellent power supply solution for your portable projects, designed to keep everything running smoothly while recharging the battery. This compact DC/DC boost converter module can be powered by any 3.7V LiIon/LiPoly battery, converting the output to 5.2V DC, which is ideal for powering your 5V projects.
Key Features:
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Built-In Load-Sharing Charger: The PowerBoost 1000C includes a smart load-sharing circuit that allows you to charge your battery while powering your device. This ensures that your project runs without interruptions.
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1A Battery Charger: Integrated charger circuitry powered via a microUSB jack, capable of charging your 3.7V/4.2V LiIon or LiPoly battery at a 1000mA max rate.
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Boosts to 5.2V: Unlike standard 5V adapters, it provides 5.2V to account for voltage drops from long cables, high current draw, or added diodes, ensuring stable power for your projects like Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or BeagleBone.
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Efficient Boost Converter: The TPS61090 boost converter offers excellent efficiency (over 90% in most cases) with features like low battery detection, synchronous operation, and a 2A internal switch for reliable performance.
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Low Battery Indicator: An LED lights up red when the battery voltage dips below 3.2V, providing clear feedback on battery status.
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Charge & Boost Simultaneously: The smart load-sharing feature switches to USB power when available, allowing you to charge and boost at the same time without interruption—perfect for uninterruptible power supply (UPS) applications.
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USB and Terminal Block Options: You can use the USB A jack or a 2-pin terminal block to connect your project, depending on your preferred setup. The module is also designed for easy integration with a wide variety of portable projects.
Additional Features:
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Current Efficiency: With 5mA quiescent current when enabled and just 20uA when disabled, it’s highly efficient and low power when not in use.
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Powering Projects: Perfect for powering robots, Arduino projects, single-board computers like Raspberry Pi or BeagleBone, and much more.
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Compact Design: This compact power supply makes it easy to integrate into any portable project without taking up much space.
Important Notes:
- Always use a high-quality USB adapter that can supply 2A with thick power wires, especially when drawing 1000mA from the PowerBoost 1000C. We recommend Adafruit's USB adapter for optimal performance.
- The PowerBoost 1000C will only function with a LiPoly battery attached to handle load spikes, and it is not designed to work without a battery.
Each order comes fully assembled, tested, and includes a loose USB A jack for easy connection. With the PowerBoost 1000C, you can power and charge your portable project seamlessly and efficiently.