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BlackboxMyCar PowerCell 5 LiFePO4 USB-C Dash Cam Battery Pack

BlackboxMyCar PowerCell 5 LiFePO4 USB-C Dash Cam Battery Pack

4.6(34 ratings)

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$199.99at BlackboxMyCarChecked Nov 11

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  • Last seen at $199.99 at BlackboxMyCar on Nov 11.

Our take on the BlackboxMyCar PowerCell 5 LiFePO4 USB-C Dash Cam Battery Pack

The PowerCell 5 is a dash cam battery pack that keeps a camera recording while the car is parked. It stores 51.2Wh of LiFePO4 energy, recharges while you drive, and adds an LCD, a configurable shutdown timer and USB ports for charging devices. It is small and light at 87 x 160 x 38mm and 0.75kg, so it fits where space is tight. Against the PowerCell 8 it gives up capacity, Bluetooth monitoring and battery expansion, but it keeps onboard controls and USB-C.

Best forParked-mode recording without draining the car batterySmall cars and tight installsOwners who want onboard controls and an LCDCharging a phone from the same pack
Pros
  • 51.2Wh of LiFePO4 capacity for parked recording
  • Recharges during normal driving
  • LCD and configurable shutdown timer
  • USB ports charge compatible devices
  • Compact and light at 0.75kg
  • USB-C connection
Cons
  • Less capacity than the PowerCell 8
  • No Bluetooth monitoring
  • No support for battery expansion
  • Hardwires into the vehicle, so install takes work

BlackboxMyCar PowerCell 5 LiFePO4 USB-C Dash Cam Battery Pack prices at every store

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What reviewers say

  • 4.6 / 534 ratings

Owners rate it well, at 4.6 out of 5 from 34 ratings. They value the steady parked-mode power and the small size, and the main complaints are about capacity and the lack of app monitoring.

What people mention
  • Parked recordingPraisedOwners say it keeps the dash cam recording through long parking sessions.
  • SizePraisedBuyers like how little room it takes up in the cabin.
  • CapacityMixedSome find 51.2Wh enough for their commute, others want more for multi-day parking.
  • MonitoringCriticisedOwners miss the Bluetooth app monitoring that the PowerCell 8 offers.
  • InstallationMixedHardwiring takes some effort, though most say the result is worth it.

About the BlackboxMyCar PowerCell 5 LiFePO4 USB-C Dash Cam Battery Pack

The PowerCell 5 is a LiFePO4 battery pack that powers a dash cam while the vehicle is parked. It stores 51.2Wh, recharges while you drive, and has an LCD, a configurable shutdown timer and USB ports for charging compatible devices. It measures 87 × 160 × 38mm and weighs 0.75kg.

The 4,000mAh battery is rated at 12.8V. At a 1.7W camera load it runs about 30 hours, and at 3.2W about 16 hours. These are reference loads, and actual parking time depends on the camera. Extra cameras, cloud connections and devices drawing USB power reduce the time.

The LCD and buttons show battery status and change settings without a phone. The shutdown timer can be set from 1 to 24 hours, and "--" disables it. The timer controls only the dash cam input/output connector, not the USB ports or the whole battery. There is no Bluetooth app.

Capacity
51.2Wh (4,000mAh at 12.8V nominal)
Battery type
LiFePO4
Dimensions
87 × 160 × 38mm
Weight
0.75kg
USB-C
45W
Display
LCD with control buttons
Shutdown timer
1 to 24 hours; "--" disables it
Runtime
About 30 hours at 1.7W load; about 16 hours at 3.2W load
Charge time
About 33 minutes at 8A hardwire; about 65 minutes at 4A cigarette socket
Default charging
Low speed
Connectivity
No Bluetooth app
Manual
Supplied; explains button controls and charging speed change

Questions and answers

How long can it power a dash cam while parked?
It stores 51.2Wh, so runtime depends on the camera's draw in parking mode. A low-draw camera lasts longer; a dual-channel setup drains it faster.
Does it need a hardwire kit?
Yes. It charges from the vehicle while driving, so it is wired into the car's power rather than plugged into a cigarette socket.
Can I charge my phone from it?
Yes. It has USB ports for charging compatible devices alongside the dash cam.
How is it different from the PowerCell 8?
The PowerCell 8 has more capacity, Bluetooth monitoring and support for battery expansion. The PowerCell 5 is smaller and keeps onboard controls and USB-C.
Does it have an app?
No. Settings are made on the unit itself through the LCD and the shutdown timer.
What is in the box?
The battery pack and its cabling for the dash cam and vehicle connection. Check the listing for the exact contents.
Where is the BlackboxMyCar PowerCell 5 LiFePO4 USB-C Dash Cam Battery Pack cheapest?
At BlackboxMyCar, for $199.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the BlackboxMyCar PowerCell 5 LiFePO4 USB-C Dash Cam Battery Pack?
Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 34 ratings.