I build the power bank by assembling a 5s Li-ion battery, hooking it up to a BMS, and adding a few more modules to make it all work. The Power Bank has 3 USB Type-C ports for charging and I added an OLED Display which shows detailed information about the battery inside. You can check the voltage of each cell, the total battery voltage, and the battery charge percentage.
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In this video, I'll show you how to build yourself a fast and high-capacity power bank at home! You can use some old 18650 cells, pair them with a few more components, print a case, and assemble it all together!
Components used:
Arduino Nano: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DF3H0bT
- I used the "Mini" version
5V Regulator: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DnkuIxT
Resistor Kit: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DDeQzNL
5S BMS: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dep9MP5
Fast Charge Module: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DCA65sh
OLED Display: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_De9pfMv
Push Button Switch: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFAQcNP
- I got a 12mm one, 3-6V, Momentary, Black
- I would suggest you get the 12-24V version since my LED died
3mm LED Holders: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DkPJjKH
3mm LEDs: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DeVmaBF
M3x25mm Bolts: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dev4lrf
M3x12mm Bolts: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dev4lrf
5x5mm M3 Inserts: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DlU5gNX
- M3 (OD 5mm), 5mm Lenght
5S USB Charger: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dl7UAcd
-This module goes out of stock fast so the link may not work
18650 cells - try to source them locally, I used Samsung 30Q cells
USB Type C Tester: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DBB8caZ
USB Type A Tester: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DlpwuHf
The author marked this model as their own original creation.