What is the battery capacity and charging time of the BlackboxMyCar PowerCell 8?

The PowerCell 8 features a robust 96Wh/7500mAh capacity, supporting extended dash cam operation without frequent recharging. It charges fully in about 50 minutes when hardwired and 80 minutes via the cigarette lighter adapter.

How does the PowerCell 8 enhance my dash cam's parking mode?

The PowerCell 8 provides up to 35 hours of parking mode protection for a dual-channel dash cam system, helping to secure your vehicle even when the engine is off.

What devices can I charge using the PowerCell 8's USB power outlet?

The PowerCell 8's 5V USB 3.0 power outlet can charge various devices, including smartphones and mobile hotspots, supporting an all-in-one cloud setup with a compatible cloud dash cam.

Is the PowerCell 8 compatible with any expansion batteries?

Yes, the PowerCell 8 is compatible with the Cellink Neo Extended Battery Pack, allowing for easy expansion to increase power capacity with a single connection.

Can I monitor the PowerCell 8's status remotely?

Yes, the PowerCell 8 has built-in Bluetooth and can be monitored using the free Cellink NEO Plus Battery Manager App. The app allows you to check remaining capacity, charging time, and configure various settings.

BlackboxMyCar PowerCell 8 Dash Cam Battery Pack

BlackboxMyCar PowerCell 8 Dash Cam Battery

Ultimate Parking Mode Solution. Continuing on the success of the BlackboxMyCar BI-750, the PowerCell 8 is the latest BlackboxMyCar-designed dash cam battery pack built to deliver the ultimate combination of power, durability and reliability.

BlackboxMyCar Exclusive

Enables Parking Mode

Multiple Input Options

Built-in Bluetooth

Smartphone App

Designed By BlackboxMyCar

The PowerCell 8 is a dash cam battery designed, tested and backed by us, BlackboxMyCar. This LiFePO4 battery is engineered and assembled in South Korea.

Sporting a slim design, the PowerCell 8 carries 25% more power than the previous batteries, giving up to 35 hours of parking mode protection for a dual-channel system.

High Capacity, Fast Charging

High Capacity: The PowerCell 8 boasts a robust 96Wh/7500mAh capacity, providing extended operation times for your dash cam without the need for frequent recharging.

Fast Charging: Even with its substantial energy storage, it attains full charge remarkably quickly — in 50 minutes via Hardwire, and 80 via Cigarette Lighter Adapter.

Check Battery Status In Seconds

The BlackboxMyCar PowerCell 8 comes with Bluetooth built-in, using the Cellink NEO Plus Battery Manager App, available for free.

Apple App Store (US Version | CA Version)
Google Play Store (US Version | CA Version)

Access the battery's performance in seconds with a few taps, even when the PowerCell 8 is installed out of sight.

You can use the Battery Manager App to:

Check remaining capacity and time to full charge
Control settings like stopping charging, beep on/off, and setting a password

USB Power Outlet

Featuring a 5V USB 3.0 power outlet, the PowerCell 8 can be used to charge various devices, such as your cell phone, or a mobile hotspot to supply an all in-one cloud setup with a Cloud dash cam.

Add an Expansion Battery for More Power

The PowerCell 8 works with the Cellink Neo Extended Battery Pack, giving you the option to expand for more power whenever you need, easily adding an additional battery with a single connection.

And if you're looking to charge your PowerCell 8 at home to have it ready for the road, consider purchasing a Power Inverter.

What's Included

BlackboxMyCar PowerCell 8 Battery Pack
Input Hardwiring Cable
Cigarette Socket Input Cable (12V Power Cable)
One of each Add-A-Fuse for battery packs (ATO, Low-Profile, Micro2, Mini)
One power output cable of your dash cam (your choice)
2 Velcro Strips
User Manual
1-Year Warranty

Specifications

Battery Capacity

96 Wh/7500mAh

Charging Time

50 min (Hardwire) | 80 min (Cigarette Plug)

Charging Voltage / Current

High: 9A Low: 6A

Bluetooth

Built-In

LED

Built-In

Speaker

Built-In

Dimensions

151mm x 204.8mm x 32.6mm

Weight

1.32kg

Operating Temperature

-10°C - 70°C (14°F - 158°F)

Operating Temperture Charging

0°C - 45°C (32°F - 113°F)

Smartphone App

Yes

USB Option

1 USB Port

Extension Pack Compatibility

Cellink NEO Extended Battery Pack

Country of Origin

South Korea

Warranty

1-Year Manufacturer Warranty

Notes

Output Wiring for VIOFO Dash Cams

VIOFO Spliced Hardwire Kit - for VIOFO A129 Plus, A119 V3 and A129 Series Dash Cams
VIOFO Spliced HK4-C Hardwire Kit - for VIOFO T130, A139 Series, A229 Series, A329 Series and A119 Mini Series Dash Cams
VIOFO Type-C HK5 Hardwire Kit - For VIOFO VS1 Dash Cam

Changing Passwords

If you are planning on changing the battery password, you will need to enter the default password '1234' when prompted for the old password.

Note: There is no password retrieval or reset function. Password reset is a function that can only be performed by technicians at the manufacturer. The Reset function within the Battery Manager App is for resetting the default battery settings (ie. the Dual Charger setting) only and will not reset the password back to the default "1234".

Because of this, we strongly recommend that you don't change the password unless you absolutely needed to, and if you do change it, make sure to keep a record of the new password. Once you have changed the password, you will be asked to re-enter it every time you access the Settings menu within the Battery Manager App.

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A powerhouse with great support, easy install & ability to expand

I reached out to BBMC to find out what I would need based on what system I had and wanted to do with it. The staff was quick to reply with a suggestion and include links on a lot of information from specs, install, parts, what to expect etc. It got to the point and was informative enough to make a decision. I received everything as promised and it was a very simple self install. From day 1 for about 3 weeks I ran the system at max draw to test out the limits and the Powercell8 did not disappoint. I was able to run a 3 ch Viofo A329S system with a hk6 hardwire kit for over 24 hours straight and still have power left. I currently run it 12 hours continuous which only draws it down about 45-55%, drive for 30 to 40 minutes which easily charges back to 100%. If I leave it parked over the weekend with nothing drawing on the battery it tends to drop 1-3% a day as the bluetooth used to connect to their app doesn't turn off but cycles. The app isn't much but you can check the %, turn on/off an audible beep to let you know without looking its charging and adjust the charging amps up to 9. The Powercell8 is a powerhouse and can be daisy chained into another battery pack which also shows up in the app. Another great feature is with this you don't have to worry about coming out to a no start vehicle and it has a usb port so you can run led lights, charge your phone etc. Overall I am very satisfied with its performance and the staff at BBMC. I highly recommend it if you want solid parking mode.

Thanks for your detailed review, Thomas! We’re glad to hear the PowerCell 8 has exceeded your expectations and that our team was able to help you get everything set up smoothly. It’s great to know you’re getting excellent performance and reliability from your system.

So far the Powercell 8 has been great

So far the Powercell 8 has been great. This is exactly what I needed for the parking mode feature without putting so much strain on my car battery.

Thanks for your review, Willie! We’re glad to hear the PowerCell 8 has been working great and providing reliable parking mode power without putting extra strain on your car battery.

My 5 Month Review

I’ve used the Powercell 8 for 5 months and I regret my purchase. When I park my car in the garage the battery discharges completely in less than 3 days even with my Dash Cam unplugged from the Powercell. I contacted support at Black Box My Car and was told this is normal because the Powercell uses Blue Tooth to connect to the app and Blue Tooth needs power to function. Five years ago I purchased a Powercell for my prior DashCam and the Powercell would loose approx 5% per day with the DashCam turned off. I will never buy another PowerCell. In addition the app will only connect with the Powercell when I am next to my car with the door open. BTW - Black Box My Car has bEEn a big help with my issue. They even contacted the manufacturer to see if there was something I could do to make the PowerCell last longer.

one of the better ones

Great product and easy to install

Thanks for the great review, Jacob! We’re happy to hear you found the PowerCell 8 easy to install and that it’s been working well for you.

Device works great for parking

Device works great for parking mode

Thanks for the review, Earl! We’re happy to hear the PowerCell 8 is working well and keeping your dash cam running in parking mode.

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