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Charge a single-cell lithium-ion battery using the TP4056 Micro USB charging module. Designed for DIY electronics and battery-powered projects, this compact board combines a constant-current/constant-voltage (CC/CV) charging circuit with battery protection on the protected-module version.
The Micro USB input provides a convenient way to connect a 5V supply. The board also includes solder pads for circuit integration, making it suitable for compact electronics builds and battery-powered prototypes.
TP4056 charging IC: Linear CC/CV charging for a single-cell lithium-ion battery.
Up to 1A charging current: Common module configuration; charging current depends on the board's programming resistor and input supply.
Micro USB input: Convenient 5V charging input.
Battery protection: Protected module versions provide battery protection. Protection thresholds depend on the specific board version.
Charging status indication: Common versions use LEDs to indicate charging and charge completion.
DIY-friendly connection pads: Input, battery, and protected output pads are provided on commonly sold versions.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Charging IC | TP4056 |
| Charging method | Linear CC/CV |
| Battery type | Single-cell lithium-ion |
| Nominal cell voltage | 3.7V |
| Full-charge voltage | 4.2V |
| Input interface | Micro USB |
| Input voltage | 4.5–5.5V on commonly documented modules |
| Maximum charging current | Up to 1A; adjustable by programming resistor |
| Protection | Current/over-discharge protection on protected-board versions |
| Protection cutoff values | Confirm against the exact board revision |
Connect the 5V input through the Micro USB port or the board's input pads.
Connect the battery positive and negative terminals to B+ and B−.
Connect your load to OUT+ and OUT− on a board that includes protected output pads.
Check the board labels and battery polarity before powering the circuit.
Important: For the common protected TP4056 module, disconnect the load while charging. This helps avoid charging termination problems on boards that do not provide a separate power-path management circuit. Do not assume that every TP4056 board supports simultaneous charging and powering a load.
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Q: What battery does the TP4056 module charge?
A: It is intended for a single-cell lithium-ion battery. Common modules charge a 3.7V nominal cell to 4.2V.
Q: Is the charging current always 1A?
A: No. The charging current is set by the programming resistor and may be adjustable. The board's actual current setting should be checked.
Q: Does this board have battery protection?
A: This listing is for the protected-board type. Confirm that the supplied board includes protected output pads and protection circuitry, because TP4056-only boards and protected versions are sold separately.
Q: Can I power my project while charging the battery?
A: Do not assume so. For the common protected module, disconnect the load during charging unless the specific board documentation confirms a power-path function.
Q: Does it include a battery?
A: The listing is for the charging board. A battery is not included unless explicitly stated in the product package.
Q: Is it compatible with every 18650 battery?
A: It is intended for compatible single-cell lithium-ion batteries. Check the battery's chemistry, charging voltage, polarity, and permitted charging current before use.