Introduction: Convert Your Old Laptop Battery Into a Power Bank
In this project I will show you how to convert a battery from an old laptop into a power bank which can charge an ordinary phone 4 to 5 times with a single charge. Let's get started!
Step 1: Watch the Video!
The video gives you a basic overview which steps are necessary to create your own power bank. But I will present you more detailed information in the following steps.
Step 2: Buy the Necessary Components!
Here is a list of parts you will need for this project (affiliate links):
Aliexpress:
1x TP4056: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dX8n0hp
1x Micro USB Breakout: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dWadkSj
1x Toggle Switch: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_d9dxPD5
1x XL6009 Boost Converter: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dV6Xwtt
1x 5mm Red LED: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dV63r7D
2x 5mm Green LED: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dV63r7D
1x 2.2kΩ Resistor: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dTPpXjt
1x Female USB Port: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_dWadkSj
Amazon.de:
1x TP4056: http://amzn.to/1NnD3hB
1x Micro USB Breakout: http://amzn.to/1PNqUYL
1x Toggle Switch: http://amzn.to/1KiXL53
1x XL6009 Boost Converter: http://amzn.to/1PNr1TX
1x 5mm Red LED: http://amzn.to/1PNrrd5
2x 5mm Green LED: http://amzn.to/1PNrvcL
1x 2.2kΩ Resistor: http://amzn.to/1E9uEhN
1x Female USB Port: http://amzn.to/1PNrxBt
Ebay:
1x TP4056: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...
1x Micro USB Breakout: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...
1x Toggle Switch: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...
1x XL6009 Boost Converter: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...
1x 5mm Red LED: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...
2x 5mm Green LED: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?..
1x 2.2kΩ Resistor: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...
1x Female USB Port: http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?...
Step 3: Time for the Wiring!
Here you can find pictures on how my wiring looks like. Simply recreate it inside your case and everything should work just fine.
Step 4: Success!
You did it. You just converted an old useless laptop battery into a power bank.
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