This series of UPS (uninterruptible power supply) expansion boards provided by Geekworm for Raspberry Pi 5 demonstrates high flexibility and customization, which is very suitable for various project needs, especially those application scenarios that require stable power supply and battery backup. Here is a detailed analysis of each expansion board and its advantages:

X1200

  • Features: Onboard 2 18650 battery holders, compact design, suitable for projects with limited space.
  • Advantages: It can provide stable 5V@5A current output to meet the power supply needs of most Raspberry Pi and its peripherals.
  • Application scenarios: Suitable for small projects that require a certain battery backup but have limited space, such as portable monitoring equipment, small robots, etc.

X1201

  • Features: It also has 2 18650 battery boxes on board, but it is designed to be placed side by side with the motherboard to achieve the thinnest effect.
  • Advantages: While maintaining strong power supply capacity, it optimizes space occupancy, especially suitable for scenarios with strict thickness requirements.
  • Application scenarios: The ultra-thin design makes it suitable for scenarios with strict volume requirements such as wall-mounted devices and embedded systems.

X1202

  • Features: Onboard 4 18650 battery holders, providing higher battery capacity.
  • Advantages: Longer battery life, suitable for applications that require long-term operation and cannot frequently replace batteries.
  • Application scenarios: Suitable for field monitoring stations, remote data loggers and other equipment that require long-term unattended operation.

X1203

  • Features: No battery holder, but reserved XH2.54 battery interface, highly flexible.
  • Advantages: Users can choose the appropriate battery type and capacity according to actual needs, greatly improving the flexibility of DIY.
  • Application scenarios: Suitable for advanced DIY projects that have specific requirements for batteries or want to use non-standard battery configurations.

X1205

  • Features: Onboard 2 21700 battery holders, compact design, suitable for projects with limited space.
  • Advantages: It can provide stable 5V@6A current output to meet the power supply needs of most Raspberry Pi and its peripherals.
  • Application scenarios: Suitable for small projects that require a certain battery backup but have limited space, such as portable monitoring equipment, small robots, etc.
  • Added AUTO POWER ON jumper settings for more flexible use.

X1206

  • Features: Onboard 4 21700 battery holders, providing higher battery capacity.
  • Advantages: Longer battery life, can provide stable 5V@6A current output , suitable for applications that require long-term operation and cannot frequently replace batteries.
  • Application scenarios: Suitable for field monitoring stations, remote data loggers and other equipment that require long-term unattended operation.
  • Added AUTO POWER ON and ALWAYS POWER ON jumper settings for more flexible use.

Common advantages

  • Intelligent monitoring: All expansion boards can intelligently monitor the power status of the Raspberry Pi 5 and automatically cut off the power when shutting down, which helps to extend the battery life.
  • Sufficient power supply capacity: They can provide stable and reliable Vdc 5V@5A power supply capacity.
  • Programming interface: Supports software programming, reads UPS status (such as battery capacity, voltage), and realizes advanced functions such as low voltage automatic shutdown and external power supply shedding alarm.
  • Easy installation: The pogo pins are used to connect to the motherboard, which simplifies the installation process. It also comes with an onboard switch and a reserved external switch PIN for easy user control.

Summary

This series of UPS expansion boards from Geekworm provides a wealth of choices for Raspberry Pi 5 users, whether they are pursuing space efficiency, battery life or DIY flexibility, they can find a solution that suits them. Through intelligent monitoring and programming interfaces, these expansion boards also give projects a higher level of intelligence and automation.

Model Battery Holders Battery Capacity Matching Case How to Charge Key Advantages Application Scenarios
X1200
  • 2 cells 18650 Battery
 Moderate X1200-C1
  • 5Vdc 5A via USB Type-C of UPS
  • Compact design
  • Stable power supply
  • Small-scale projects
  • Portable devices
X1201
  • 2 cells 18650 Battery
 Moderate X1201-C1
  • 5Vdc 5A via USB Type-C of UPS
  • 5Vdc ≥3A via XH2.54 connecotr of X1201
  • Ultra-thin design
  • Space-saving
  • Wall-mounted devices
  • Embedded systems
X1202
  • 4 cells 18650 Battery
 High X1202-C1
  • 5Vdc 5A via USB Type-C of UPS;
  • 6-18Vdc, ≥3A via DC 5521 power jack of UPS
  • 6-18Vdc, ≥3A via XH2.54 connecotr of UPS
  • Longer runtime
  • High battery capacity
  • Remote monitoring
  • long-term data loggers
X1203
  • Without battery holder
  • With two XH2.54 battery connectors
 User-defined N/A
  • 5Vdc 5A via USB Type-C of UPS;
  • 6-18Vdc, ≥3A via DC 5521 power jack of UPS
  • Flexible battery configuration
  • DIY versatility
  • Advanced DIY projects with specific battery requirements
X1205
  • 2 cells 21700 Battery
 Moderate X1205-C1
  • 5Vdc 5A via USB Type-C of UPS;
  • 9-18Vdc, ≥3A via DC 5521 power jack of UPS
  • 9-18Vdc, ≥3A via XH2.54 connecotr of UPS
  • Compact design
  • Stable power supply
  • Small-scale projects
  • Portable devices
X1206
  • 4 cells 21700 Battery
 High X1206-C1
  • 5Vdc 5A via USB Type-C of UPS;
  • 9-18Vdc, ≥3A via DC 5521 power jack of UPS
  • 9-18Vdc, ≥3A via XH2.54 connecotr of UPS
  • Longer runtime
  • High battery capacity
  • Remote monitoring
  • long-term data loggers

Note:

  • Note that you can use only one battery and it will work.
  • The exact battery capacity depends on the 18650 lithium battery you use and the quantity.We recommend that you use lithium batteries from big brands such as Samsung or Panasonic.