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Geekworm X1206 V2.0 4-Cell 21700 5.1V 6A UPS HAT for Raspberry Pi 5 Series

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Version: X1206 V2.0
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Note:

  • Current version: X1206 V2.0. The previous V1.1 version is discontinued.
  • This product is designed for Raspberry Pi 5. Raspberry Pi 5, batteries and a power adapter are not included.
  • Already own V1.1? Follow the instructions for your hardware version; the V2.0 wide-voltage input specification does not apply to V1.1.

X1206 V2.0 Hardware Upgrade Highlights

  1. 4-layer PCB design for improved thermal performance and overall system stability.
  2. Wide input voltage support (9–18V) for more flexible power supply options.

Overview

The Geekworm X1206 V2.0 is a UPS expansion board for Raspberry Pi 5 with four 21700 battery slots. It mounts beneath the Raspberry Pi and supplies power through pogo pins, leaving the 40-pin GPIO header available.

It provides up to 5.1V 6A total output, shared across the connected loads. It supports switching to battery power when the external supply fails, battery monitoring over I2C, and configurable power-management functions. Follow the Wiki setup instructions for software-controlled shutdown and low-battery shutdown.

Installed battery capacity depends on the selected cells. Backup runtime varies with battery capacity, system load, connected peripherals and operating conditions. Batteries are sold separately. The matching X1206-C1 metal case is also sold separately and supports both X1206 V1.1 and V2.0.

Features

For use with Raspberry Pi 5 Only
UPS Output
  • Backup runtime depends on the installed batteries, connected load and operating conditions.
  • Supports a maximum current output of 5.1V 6000mA, suitable for most Raspberry Pi applications
  • Integrated Advanced Power MOSFET with an equivalent of 7mΩ RDS(ON) to minimize power loss
  • Convenient pogo pin connection for powering the Pi, eliminating the need for cabling and soldering
  • Equipped with XH2.54 connectors and two USB sockets for 5V power output (Share 6000mA current output)
Battery Charging
  • Supports fast battery charging with up to 3000mA current
  • Battery charging control can be managed via GPIO
  • Provides protection against battery overcurrent and overvoltage
  • Built-in protection against reverse connection of battery cells
  • Integrated Maxim's fuel-gauge systems for reading battery voltage and percentage over I2C
  • On-board LEDs indicate battery charging and discharging levels of 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100%
  • Four 21700 battery slots. Installed capacity depends on the selected cells; batteries are not included.
Power Input
  • Integrated high-efficiency step-down DC-DC converter
  • Up to 95% efficiency for optimal power conversion
  • Battery charging performance depends on the external power supply and the connected system load.
  • Allows power input from various sources such as a car, solder panel, and more
  • Compatible with Raspberry Pi 5 USB-C Power Supply
Power Management
  • Seamless power switching between backup power and power adapter
  • On-board push button performs the same actions as the RPi 5's power button
  • Automatically cuts off power when the Pi is shut down
  • On-board LED indicates power status and Pi detection
  • AC power loss and power adapter failure detection via GPIO
  • Auto power-on when power is applied or restored
  • Automatic safe shutdown when battery voltage is low (programmable)
  • Ultra-low standby power consumption to maximize battery life
  • Advanced system power-path management to minimize frequent charging and discharging of batteries
Misc
  • Connects to the Pi via convenient pogo pins, eliminating the need for additional cabling
  • Designed to be attached on the bottom, allowing the use of favorite HATs alongside it
  • XH2.54 connector available for adding your own power button
Power Supply Tips

Power input for X1206 V2.0:

  • USB-C: 5V, with a power supply rated for at least 5A.
  • DC5521 jack or XH2.54 power input: 9–18V DC, with a power supply rated for at least 3A.
Notes
  • Connect the power supply to the X1206, not to the Raspberry Pi 5 USB-C port. Follow the connector identification and wiring instructions in the Wiki.
  • Do not use 21700 batteries with built-in protection circuits.

 

Technical specification

UPS output 5.1V ±5% Max 6A
Battery charging current Max 2.3-3.2A
Terminal Battery Voltage 4.23V
Battery Recharge Threshold 4.1V
Ports & Connectors


  • 4-cell 21700 battery socket x1
  • 5.1V Power output connector x2 - XH2.54 2-pin
  • USB2.0 type-A power output socket x2
  • External power button connector x1 - XH2.54-2P
PCB Size 108mm x 85mm

 

Packing List

  • 1 x X1206 UPS Shield
  • 4 x CM2.5x4mm screws 

Refer to: https://wiki.geekworm.com/x1206

Please email to us at info@geekworm.com if you have other questions.

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 Compatible M.2 NVMe HAT How to Charge Key Advantages Application Scenarios
X1200
  • 2 cells 18650 Battery
 Moderate X1200-C1 X1001/X1004/X1015/X1003/X1000/M901
  • 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 X1001/X1004/X1015/X1003/X1000/M901
  • 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 X1001/X1004/X1015/X1003/X1000/M901
  • 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 X1001/X1004/X1015/X1003/X1000/M901
  • 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 X1001/X1004/X1015/X1003/X1000/M901
  • 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 X1001/X1004/X1015/X1003/X1000/M901
  • 5Vdc 5A via USB Type-C of UPS;
  • 5-6Vdc, ≥3A via DC 5521 power jack of UPS
  • 5-6Vdc, ≥3A via XH2.54 connecotr of UPS
  • Longer runtime
  • High battery capacity
  • Remote monitoring
  • long-term data loggers
X1207
  • 1 cell 21700 Battery
 Moderate X1207-C1 X1002/X1005
  • 35-57VDC powering over Ethernet
  • 5Vdc 5A via USB Type-C of X1207
  • Support PoE-Powered
  • Remote monitoring
  • long-term data loggers
X1208
  • 1 cell1 21700 Battery
 Moderate X1207-C1 N/A
  • 5Vdc 5A via USB Type-C of X1208
  • Support M.2 NVMe SSD 2230/2242/2280
  • Remote monitoring
  • long-term data loggers
X1209
  • Without battery holder
  • With two XH2.54 battery connectors
 User-defined N/A X1002/X1005
  • 5Vdc 5A via USB Type-C of X1209
  • 6-18Vdc ≥3A via DC 5521 power jack of X1209
  • Flexible battery configuration
  • DIY versatility
  • Advanced DIY projects with specific battery requirements

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.

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