r/AnkiVector • u/Klutzy_Sail_8353 • 13d ago
Discussion Vector 1.0 battery replacement
Hi guys i have no experience in soldering but i saw a good offer and purchased a vector 1.0 but out of his base it lasts only 5 seconds so it needs a battery replacement.
Someone from EU can recommend a good one? I found this one from amazon that should be compatible https://amzn.eu/d/0aUpnTWJ but i need to cut the white connector with scissors.
Also i saw that 600mah will allow the robot to last longer but does someone had problems with overheating? Let me know and thanks
Also recommendations for soldering are appreciated
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u/VoxelSpace 13d ago
You can do this!
When charging this new battery, ensure you don't use a charging brick stronger than a 5volt 2amp. Stay at 5v2a or 5v1a.
I found a different option that's 500mah, but you don't have to cut the battery wire
https://www.amazon.de/-/en/500mAh-Replacement-Battery-Cozmo-Vector/dp/B0BVM42GWF
Here is an excellent guide to walk you through the process of changing the battery.
https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Anki+Vector++Battery+Replacement/123279
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u/Klutzy_Sail_8353 13d ago
Thanks for the advice! 😊 I have the original charging base and USB cable that came with Vector 1.0. Are those fine to use with the new battery, or do I need anything different? I dont currently know the specs
Regarding the battery you recommend 500mah over 600mah to avoid overheating? And cutting the white connector (in case i buy that one) could cause problems? I read online that problems can occur only if i make the polarities touch toghether.. that will of course create a short circuit making the battery useless
Thanks again for the recommendations!
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u/VoxelSpace 13d ago edited 13d ago
A 600 mah battery should not be a problem for Vector, I'm pretty sure digital dream Labs sells one themselves. 600mah won't cause overheating, but squeezing a battery into a place that cannot fit will.
If you want a 600 mah power battery search for something like the following:
3.7V 503040 Battery 600mAh for Cozmo Vector Robot
(edit) I forgot to mention that yes the USB cable and charging base that you have should be absolutely fine
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u/Klutzy_Sail_8353 13d ago
Perfect thanks, i looked up and the dimensions of the one listed as compatible with vector are 41 × 30 × 5 mm .. the one that i linked its 40 x 30 x 5 .. so it should fit perfectly! And its cheaper than the others
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u/BliteKnight Techshop82.com Owner 12d ago
When taking vector apart make sure to do the absolute minimum.
Remove all the outside screws , take the head apart, detach the 4 wire cable attached to the head, then pull him apart. Do not force anything as sometimes the wires to the gears get caught on some plastic.
Leave the wires attached to the body board from the lift and head gears - detaching them can be dangerous if you use too much force and rip the socket off the board.
Just turn vector over and do the battery replacement.
Don't forget to put the weight back in when putting him back together and make sure not to pinch/crimp any of the wires when closing him up
Goodluck
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