What Is the IP5306? Power Bank SoC (Charge+Boost+Gauge) and Uses
The IP5306 is a power bank SoC: it combines Li battery charging, boost to 5 V output and a 4-LED battery-level gauge on one chip (5 V/~2.1 A). It is the standard chip of 18650 power bank modules. WATCH OUT: it usually has no battery protection circuit (use a protected 18650) and a 'low-current shutdown' can turn off low-consumption devices.
The IP5306 is a power bank SoC: it combines Li battery charging, boost to 5 V (output) and a battery-level indicator (4 LEDs) on one chip. It is the standard chip of 18650 power bank modules. For the concept, see voltage regulation / power management.
What is the IP5306 used for?
DIY power banks, adding "charge + output 5 V + show level" to battery-powered devices with one chip. It charges the battery from USB input; outputs 5 V/~2.1 A; shows charge status with LEDs on a button press. The I2C version allows configuring settings.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Function | Li charge + 5V boost + gauge |
| Output | 5 V, ~2.1 A |
| Indicator | 4-LED battery level |
| Extra | Auto load detection, I2C (some versions) |
Watch out
IP5306 modules usually have no battery protection circuit; use a protected 18650 or a separate protection board. A "low-current shutdown" feature can auto-turn-off some low-consumption devices (e.g. a sensor node) — mind this behaviour.
Equivalents
- IP5306 I2C: the software-configurable version.
- TP4056 + MT3608: a discrete charge + boost solution.
- IP5310 / IP5328: higher-power power bank SoCs.
Find it in our catalog
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