PiSugar S Portable UPS Battery for Raspberry Pi Zero 1200mAh
- UPS battery module for Raspberry Pi Zero W/WH
- 5V2A input and output
- Auto boot on external power
- GPIO button for power on or custom use
- Bottom mount, GPIO pins left free
- Raspberry Pi not included, 2 year warranty
Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A tiny UPS battery board that holds a Raspberry Pi Zero running through power cuts and boots it when power returns. It fits only the Zero W and WH, and the board itself is not included.
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ASIN: B097RC8KLQCategory: Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
Overview
PiSugar makes this small battery board to bolt under a Raspberry Pi Zero and keep it powered when the external supply drops. It reports power status and can boot the Pi automatically, which suits unattended projects.
Seamless switchover and auto boot keep headless Pi projects alive through brief outages. It is sized for the Zero form factor, and the listing gives no runtime estimate.
Who it's for
Hobbyists building portable gadgets, sensors or Pwnagotchi handhelds on a Pi Zero. Owners of larger Pi models need a battery made for that board.
Pros and cons
- Pi stays running on power loss
- Auto boot when power returns
- Programmable GPIO button
- Leaves GPIO pins free
- Fits Pi Zero W and WH only
- Runtime not listed
- Raspberry Pi not included
Performance notes
When external power drops, the board switches the Pi to its battery without a reboot and reports the change. Runtime depends on how much power the project draws, which varies with Wi-Fi and attached hardware. Mounting underneath leaves the header open for other boards.
Specifications
| Brand | PISUGAR |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 0.08 kg |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Output Voltage | 5V2A output |
| Battery capacity | 1200 mAh |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Input Voltage | 5V2A input |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible devices | Raspberry Pi Zero W/WH |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2 year manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Form Factor | Bottom mounted module |
| Features | UPS function, auto boot on external power, GPIO button |
| Expansion | Wireless charging, solar charging |
| Builtin media | Battery module, screws |
Frequently asked questions
Can I leave the PiSugar S plugged in all the time?
Yes. Its UPS function supplies power continuously and switches to battery when external power disconnects.
Does the PiSugar S include a Raspberry Pi?
No. It is the battery module and screws only.
Will the PiSugar S block my GPIO pins?
No. It connects at the bottom without affecting GPIO expansion.
Can it charge from solar?
The listing says it can be expanded with wireless and solar charging.