PiZ-UpTime PLUS

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Description Show Reviews Guaranteed reboot after shutdown. After a soft shutdown, the power on a Raspberry Pi needs to be toggled to reboot. This is done by pulling the USB power source out or installing an on/off switch. This becomes an issue when a Raspberry Pi is deployed remotely e.g. for monitoring temperature in a refrigeration unit or using a Pi with solar panels or other green energy sources or using a Pi in an automobile etc. PiZ-UpTime PLUS supplies intelligent UPS capability in a Raspberry Pi-Zero-form-factor. It is designed to be used with regular sized Raspberry Pis e.g., Pi-3 and Pi-4. To operate a Pi-Z-UpTime PLUS, connect a battery and start the provided Python script. The connector (2×4 pin connector) on PiZ-UpTime PLUS follows the 40 pin Raspberry Pi header format. Besides powering a Raspberry Pi, PiZ-UpTime PLUS also powers other SBCs following the Raspberry Pi header format. Alternately, by using the USB Power Out port other devices take advantage of the PiZ-UpTime PLUS capabilities. Features Guarantees reboot after shutdown and when power returns. Several operating modes operates as UPS; shuts down on power failure; reboot immediately when power returns or wait after power returns all controlled by a Python script. Very configurable – all parameters are controlled using the Python script. Sample script provided. Several operating parameters are monitored: Input V, Output V, Battery V, Input current, Battery current and board temperature. Uses Li-Ion batteries. Batteries not included. Provides UPS functionality for all Pi models with a 40-pin header, including Pi-4. Connection points for on-off switch, power in-out-external battery. LEDs can be turned on/off via a jumper. Specifications Raspberry Pi Models supported: Any Raspberry Pi or other SBC with a 40-pin header compliant to Raspberry Pi Foundation header definition. Power: Power-in via micro-USB connector. 25-30W capable power adapter recommended. Output: UPS power: Regulated 5V, 1% via OTG micro-USB and 2×4 pin header. Power provided to the Raspberry Pi via the 8-pin header, pins 2,4. Batteries: One Lithium Ion non-protected battery connected via terminal blocks. Recommend only one battery. Spacers: M2.5x10mm. Not included . Spacers are recommended for mechanical stability and provide ambient cooling air space. Connection Points: Connection points are spaced 2.54mm (0.1 inches) apart. Jumper studs, terminal-blocks or JST connectors are used for connections. Power on/off Switch: Turn power off by pulling out power On/Off jumper shunt. Turn power back on by inserting jumper shunt. Dimensions: 65mm x 30mm x 12mm (2.6x 1.2 x 0.5) Weight: About 20g (0.7 oz.) without batteries. Note each battery adds approximately 30 grams of weight. PiZ-UpTime PLUS allows different modes of operation. For shutdown they are: Initiate a soft shutdown once power fails. Operate as a UPS till the battery runs low or the power returns. If the battery runs low, initiate a soft shutdown. When power returns: Start the Raspberry Pi immediately. Wait for a designated period for power to stabilize or wait for other sensors / devices to come up before starting the Pi. The operating modes can be mixed or matched as needed. LEDs provide operational information. Sample Python code provides information on operational parameters. Resources Datasheet Sample python code, DataSheet, Description, and User Guide stored in ZIP format PiZ-UpTime PLUS CE Certificate 0 Reviews Hide Reviews Show Reviews