LiPo SHIM for Pico

Power your Raspberry Pi Pico from a LiPo or LiIon battery with this compact SHIM. The built-in charging circuit lets you recharge the battery through the Pico's USB port, with protection against overdischarge and overcurrent.

Solders directly to the back of your Pico and is slim enough to sandwich under other add-ons like Pico Packs and Bases. Features a power button to turn your project on/off and LED indicators for power status and charging.

Key Features

• LiPo/LiIon Compatible – Works with standard lithium batteries
• USB Charging – Recharge battery via Pico's USB port
• 215mA Charging Current – MCP73831 charger IC
• Battery Protection – XB6096I2S protects against overdischarge and overcurrent
• Power Button – Turn battery power on/off (also works as reset)
• LED Indicators – White for power, red for charging
• Slimline Design – Fits under other Pico add-ons
• JST PH Connector – 2-pole with polarity marked

Specifications

• Charger IC: MCP73831 (215mA)
• Protection IC: XB6096I2S
• Battery Connector: 2-pole JST PH
• Dimensions: 21 × 21 × 7mm
• Compatibility: Raspberry Pi Pico

Getting Started

1. Solder SHIM to back of Pico (power button at USB port end)
2. Ensure text faces the Pico's pin labels
3. Connect compatible LiPo/LiIon battery
4. Press power button to enable battery power

Ideal For

• Portable Pico projects
• Battery-powered sensors
• Wearable electronics
• Remote monitoring devices

Package Contents

• 1× LiPo SHIM for Pico