Cellink Battery
Enjoy BlackVue's parking mode with a peace of mind using the latest Cellink battery which comes in two models, NEX and NEO.
The Cellink is built with the safest battery technology using LiFePO4 (lLithium Iron Phosphate) which will keep your BlackVue dashcam running for long hours in parking mode with just 40 minutes of charging.
The Cellink is built with the safest battery technology using LiFePO4 (lLithium Iron Phosphate) which will keep your BlackVue dashcam running for long hours in parking mode with just 40 minutes of charging.
Why Cellink battery for Parking Mode?
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Advanced technology
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Long lasting
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Protects
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Safety features
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Reliable
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Proven
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How it works?
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Cellink Battery supports charging connection from: 1) Cigarette Lighter socket / Cigar jack (external) or 2) Fuse Box Panel (internal) | hardwired When vehicle's ignition is switched ON, Cellink Battery charges and supplies power to the dashcam. When vehicle's ignition is switched OFF, Cellink Battery supplies power to the dashcam independently until power depletes. Above setup will not interfere with car battery's performance and life. |
Why using car battery is not recommended?
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To power dashcams for parking mode is a challenging problem where mobile power is needed. Even though car battery has much higher capacity than Cellink battery, it is not designed for routine deep discharge cycles while car is parked hence its performance may deteriorate and life is shortened prematurely over time. Automotive batteries perform differently from regular lithium ion batteries. Batteries for vehicles last much longer when stored in a charged state. The instability caused by leaving it discharge most of the time (during parking mode), will increase the sulfation process, resulting in the built up of lead sulphate crystals. A sulfated battery can lead to loss of cranking power (risk of unable to start), longer charging time, shorter running times between charges and shorter battery life. Prolong discharge of car battery may cause electrical error on dashboard! |
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Cellink Models
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Cellink comes in two models, the latest NEX and NEO. Cellink NEO has twice the battery capacity of NEX. NEO comes with Bluetooth built-in and communicates through smartphone app to check information such as charging and usable time with ease. It can be charged fully within 40 minutes. Note: Refer to the full specifications below. |
Cellink NEO
Faster & Smarter
Cellink NEO
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FASTER AND SMARTER Cellink battery is normally installed in the location out of your sight. With Cellink NEO, you can easily connect with your smartphone to check out the charging time, usable time and access to the settings with just a few flicks of your finger. Charges fully within 40 minutes and you can enjoy up to 48 hours of parking mode with a peace of mind! Cellink battery is the safest power solutions for dashcam and with Cellink Neo, it is definitely faster and smarter! |
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EXTENDED BATTERY FOR DOUBLE CAPACITY NEO comes with Extended Battery port which you can connect to the new NEO Extended Battery to more than double your capacity and Parking Mode time. The NEO Extended Battery can store up to 6600mAh of power, it's 10% more power than the main NEO battery. Multiple Extended Battery units can be connected in sequence to provide even larger capacity. |
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Selectable charging current
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NEO with selectable charging current: 1) 5A / Low charging - using Cigar Jack connection 2) 9A / High / rapid charging - using direct fuse panel connection (hardwired) Note: NEX fixed at 5A charging for both type of connection |
Accessories
Optional Cigar Jack cable for Cellink NEO (3 metres length)
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Optional AC charger for wall socket (2.5 metres length) | Compatible for NEO/ NEX
(coming soon) |
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Cellink NEX
Cellink NEO
Cigar jack cable (to cigarette lighter socket)
Hardwire kit (to fuse panel)
Female output socket
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Specifications
| Model | CELLINK NEO | CELLINK NEX |
| Color / Size / Weight | Black / 157 mm (W) x 171 mm (L) x 39.5 mm (H) / 1.4 kg | Black / 124 mm (W) x 138 mm (L) x 45 mm (H) / 0.8 kg |
| Battery Cell Type | LiFePo4 (Lithium Ion Phosphate) | LiFePo4 (Lithium Ion Phosphate) |
| Input Voltage / Current | Cigarette lighter plug: 12 V–17 V / 6.5 A (max) Hardwired: 12 V–17 V / 13.5 A (max) | 12 V–17 V / 6.5 A (max) | Cigarette lighter plug or hardwired |
| Charging Voltage / Current | Cigarette lighter plug: 14.6 V / 5 A Hardwired: 14.6 V / 9 A |
14.6 V / 5A | Cigarette lighter plug or hardwired |
| Charging Time | Cigarette lighter plug (standard 5 A charging): Approx. 80 mins Hardwired (rapid 9 A charging): Approx. 40 mins |
Approx. 45 mins | Cigarette lighter plug or hardwired |
| Hours of Use | Up to 48 hours (dashcam model dependent) | Up to 23 hours (dashcam model dependent) |
| Operating Temperature | Charging Temperature: 0 °C − 45 °C | Discharging Temperature: -10 °C − 60 °C | Storage Temperature: -10 °C − 35 °C | Charging Temperature: 0 °C − 45 °C | Discharging Temperature: -10 °C − 60 °C | Storage Temperature: -10 °C − 35 °C |
| High Temperature Cut-Off | Approx. 80 °C | Approx. 80 °C |
| Capacity | 12.8 V / 6,000 mAh / 76.8 Wh | 12.8 V / 3,000 mAh / 38.4 Wh |
| Output Voltage / Current | 11 V–14.5 V / 2 A (max) | 11 V–14.5 V / 2 A (max) |
| Bluetooth built-in (Smartphone App support) | Yes | No |
| Casing material | Aluminium | Plastic |
| Beep sound | ON / OFF | ON |
| Cigarette jack cable | Optional | Included |
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| DASHCAM MODEL | CELLINK NEO | CELLINK NEX |
| DR900S-1CH | ~ 24 hours | ~ 11 hours |
| DR900S-2CH | ~ 16 hours | ~ 7 hours |
| DR750S-1CH | ~ 41 hours | ~ 19 hours |
| DR750S-2CH | ~ 25 hours | ~ 11 hours |
| DR590W-1CH | ~ 42 hours | ~ 20 hours |
| DR590W-2CH | ~ 21 hours | ~ 10 hours |
| DR590-1CH | ~ 48 hours | ~ 23 hours |
| DR590-2CH | ~ 24 hours | ~ 11 hours |
| DR490L-2CH | ~ 26 hours | ~ 12 hours |
| NOTE: ~ Approximate time stated here may varies depending on frequency of motion detection and impact detection during parking mode. | ||
Download
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Download Cellink NEO app for iOS |
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Download Cellink NEO app for Android OS |
FAQ
1) I have a new car which is under warranty. Can I install the Cellink for my dashcam to enable the parking mode?
Fret not, our Cellink battery can also support charging using the car cigar jack now, this is considered external connection for car accessories which will not interfere with the internal wiring of the original car. Please request to our authorised dealer before installation.
2) I am driving a continental car and I am worried that such installation may cause electrical error. Is it safe?
Cellink battery is a standalone rechargeable battery, it will only be charged while driving and supplies power directly from the Cellink battery to dashcam while in parking mode. This will not cause any error like "Excessive Leakage Current" in BMWs. It is safe and compatible for any car make and model.
3) What are the advantages of using Cellink battery than tapping the power from my car battery for parking mode?
1) Cellink is a standalone rechargeable battery which will not interfere with the life and performance of your car battery.
2) The automotive batteries perform and behave differently to regular lithium ion batteries found in smartphones. Unlike lithium-based batteries, batteries for vehicles last much longer when stored in a charged state. The instability caused by leaving it discharged most of the time while in parking mode will increase the sulfation process, a build-up of lead sulfate crystals.
A sulfated battery can lead to:
a) Loss of cranking power which leads to risk unable to start the car
b) Longer charging times
c) Shorter running times between charges
d) Dramatically shorter battery life
2) The automotive batteries perform and behave differently to regular lithium ion batteries found in smartphones. Unlike lithium-based batteries, batteries for vehicles last much longer when stored in a charged state. The instability caused by leaving it discharged most of the time while in parking mode will increase the sulfation process, a build-up of lead sulfate crystals.
A sulfated battery can lead to:
a) Loss of cranking power which leads to risk unable to start the car
b) Longer charging times
c) Shorter running times between charges
d) Dramatically shorter battery life
4) Where will Cellink battery be installed in the car?
Cellink B battery is a reliable and maintenance free battery hence need not user intervention. It will be normally hidden from sight , typical location is below the seat, inside the lower part of dashboard or in the boot.
5) Since the battery is installed out of sight in the car cabin, how can I check the battery performance?
With the new Cellink Neo which comes with built-in Bluetooth, you can use your smartphone to check the charging time, usage time and settings wirelessly.
6) Can the cable be completely hidden after the installation?
As a default installation method, the charging cable is completely hidden when terminated to the fuse box.
If you choose to use the cigar jack cable, the cable around the female cigar jack may be exposed. This depends on the location of the cigar jack in your car.
If you choose to use the cigar jack cable, the cable around the female cigar jack may be exposed. This depends on the location of the cigar jack in your car.
7) Is Cellink different from a regular power bank?
Yes indeed! The Cellink Battery is made of Lithium Iron Phosphate cells (LiFePO4). A regular power bank designed as backup batteries for phones and portable electronic devices are usually of the Lithium-ion (Li-ion) or Lithium-polymer (LiPo) type. Those high-density batteries are not suitable for use in a closed parked vehicle as they risk causing fire or explosion. LiFePO4 batteries can sustain more extreme temperatures, more charge cycles and are also more environment-friendly.
8) I have a 10,000mAh regular power bank but the size is much smaller than this 6,000mAh Cellink battery. Why is it so?
mAh rating can be misleading if we don’t consider voltage. Tip: think in terms of Watt-hours (Wh). Of course the type of battery should be taken into consideration: high power density batteries have higher capacity for a given volume. In other words, at same capacity, a Li-ion or LiPo battery will always be smaller than a LiFePO4 battery. Still, you should keep in mind that consumer electronics and car accessories assume different voltage values. The milliamp rating of regular power banks is usually based on a voltage of 3.7V. This means for a 10,000 mAh battery, the total capacity is 10,000mAh x 3.7V / 1,000 = 37Wh. By way of comparison, the Power Magic Ultra Battery has a capacity of 6,000mAh at 12.8V, which translates into 76.8Wh.
9) Can I bring Cellink battery on a plane?
According to the IATA (International Air Transport Association) spare batteries under 100Wh can be carried on a plane in a carry-on luggage–NOT in checked luggage–like most lithium batteries, without requiring the operator’s approval. It is recommended to check with the airline for confirmation with the following specs:
Spec:
1) Cellink NEX > 38.4Wh (Lithium Ion Phosphate / LiFePo4)
2) Cellink NEO > 76.8Wh (Lithium Ion Phosphate / LiFePo4)
Spec:
1) Cellink NEX > 38.4Wh (Lithium Ion Phosphate / LiFePo4)
2) Cellink NEO > 76.8Wh (Lithium Ion Phosphate / LiFePo4)
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