diff --git a/hardware/bq25185.pdf b/hardware/bq25185.pdf deleted file mode 100644 index 4afba5c..0000000 Binary files a/hardware/bq25185.pdf and /dev/null differ diff --git a/hardware/lora-module.md b/hardware/lora-module.md index a08d609..65ed5df 100644 --- a/hardware/lora-module.md +++ b/hardware/lora-module.md @@ -13,8 +13,6 @@ Includes: * BLE ## POWER ANALYSIS -RAK19003/19007 max power consumption: 130 mA (@3.7 V assumed) = 481 mW -* 92 mA from the 4631 at full TX -* 38 mA from connected sensor boards -typical 18650 battery: 3000 mAh @ 3.7V -> 11,100 mWh -runtime: batt_capacity/power_consumption = 23 h per 18650 cell +max power consumption: 12.5mA (@3.6V assumed) = 46.25mW +battery: 5900mAh @ 3.7V -> 21830mWh +runtime: batt_capacity/power_consumption = 472h diff --git a/hardware/power.md b/hardware/power.md index dc688aa..c76b59e 100644 --- a/hardware/power.md +++ b/hardware/power.md @@ -1,41 +1,26 @@ # BATTERY -* 1S LiIon/LiPo (3.7 V nominal) -* 18650 for easy ubiquitous availability (~3,000 mAh each) -* connect cells in parallel until we get the capacity we want * lipo can charge at 1C +* 5900mAh -> 5.9A + +Strawman design proposal: 1S LiPo, 18650 for easy ubiquitous availability +(~3,000 mAh). Add cells in parallel until you get the capacity you want. ## CELLS [INR18650-35E](https://lygte-info.dk/review/batteries2012/Samsung%20INR18650-35E%203500mAh%20%28Pink%29%20UK.html) - -# POWER BOARD -[Adafruit 6091](https://www.adafruit.com/product/6091) -* $7 -* 5-18V input, USB-C or PV/DC -* CC at 1.0 A, 0.5 A, or 0.25 A -* handles LiPo/LiIon or LiFePo cells -* optional thermistor to reduce charge current when battery overheats -* battery under voltage protection disconnects the battery from the load at 3 V -* [schematic](https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-bq25185-usb-dc-solar-lithium-ion-polymer-charger/downloads#schematic-and-fab-print-3188140) - -Max charge rate is 1 A at 3.7 V nominal battery voltage, which is 3.7 W. - - -# PHOTOVOLTAIC PANEL - -Anything 5-18 V should be fine, the charger can't use more than 3.7 W. - -Trying this one: - - -# ALTERNATIVE POWER BOARDS - ## CHARGERS 1. [5V 2A USB-C](https://www.amazon.com/DWEII-Converter-Step-Up-Charging-Protection/dp/B09YD5C9QC/) 2. [5V 2A](https://www.amazon.com/Ruiwaer-Discharge-Integrated-Adjustable-Charging/dp/B08QHVW5J8) * have on hand (i think) 3. [Adjustable](https://www.amazon.com/Lithium-Battery-Charger-Charging-Converter/dp/B089NG9TFW) * combine with [heatsink](https://www.amazon.com/Printer-Heatsink-Thermal-Conductive-Adhesive/dp/B07RKHRHJV) +4. [Adafruit 6091](https://www.adafruit.com/product/6091) + * $7 + * 5-18V input, USB-C or PV/DC + * CC at 1.0 A, 0.5 A, or 0.25 A + * handles LiPo/LiIon or LiFePo cells + * optional thermistor to reduce charge current when battery overheats + * [schematic](https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-bq25185-usb-dc-solar-lithium-ion-polymer-charger/downloads#schematic-and-fab-print-3188140) strawman: charging up to 4v with the INR18650 (see `CELLS:INR18650-35E` for the discharge capacity graph, and `CHARGERS:3` for 4V cutoff w/ a 5V panel) gives us ~3000mAh, or 88% of the 3398mAh tested battery life. @@ -46,3 +31,4 @@ strawman: charging up to 4v with the INR18650 (see `CELLS:INR18650-35E` for the * mppt charge controllers: 1. 2. +