Operator's Interface: USB Chicklet + Battery

[Al Skierkiewicz]

Originally Posted by whytheheckme

You can just use a backup battery, or some other 7.2-12v battery, and most certainly can use it in parallel. The load on it is not big at all. Just remember to charge the battery when your OI is in the pit!

Jacob

Jacob, the answer to this would certainly be a big No! Batteries in parallel need special handling in order to work properly. There is no substitute for a fully charged battery, charged by a commercial charger in the pit.

As to the original question, the Backup battery capacity is 700 maHr according to the IFI Parts list. You can purchase other 7.2 volt batteries that have higher capacity.