
Solar LiPo Charger (3.7 V)
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Simple, reliable single-cell Li-ion/LiPo charger for solar or USB/5 V sources. Handles up to 500 mA charge current, reverse-polarity protected, and gives clear charge status LEDs. Great for tiny weather nodes, garden sensors, and low-power IoT.
Highlights
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For 1S (3.7 V nominal) Li-ion/LiPo cells
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Input 4.4–6 V, 4.2 V charge termination
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500 mA max charge current (panel/source-dependent)
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Status LEDs: no battery / charging / done
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Compact 33×33×12 mm board
Specs
Property | Value |
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Battery | 1× Li-ion/LiPo (3.7 V nominal) |
Input | 4.4–6 V DC (solar panel or regulated 5 V) |
Charge Current | up to 500 mA |
Charge Cut-off | 4.2 V (CC/CV) |
Indicators | Red flash = no battery • Red = charging • Green = full |
Protection | Input reverse-polarity |
Operating Temp | −40…+85 °C (typ.) |
Size | 33 × 33 × 12 mm |
Wiring (quick)
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IN+ / IN− → solar panel or 5 V source (observe polarity).
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BAT+ / BAT− → single Li-ion/LiPo cell.
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Optional: power your load from the battery via a regulator.
What’s in the Pack
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1× DFR0264 Solar LiPo Charger module