What concerns should I have about the operating current if I use this on my Raspberry Pi model A for about 10 hours? Don't want it to overheat..
2068678
I have used it for many hours at a time and have never noticed it heating up beyond warm. I do not see overheating as a problem.
2068679
I haven't really used it for any length of time and it was some time ago but I don't think overheating is a problem. The biggest problem with R-Pi is that you have to use a good USB power for it and if you plan to use several USB devices you have to get an externally powered USB hub or you will run into problems.
2068680
I use it on a PC and I rarely shut down unless it's required for updates. I haven't experienced any overheating.
1713760
If "hot" means you touch it and go "Ow! That's going to burn me," then yes, it's a problem. If it's warmer than your old battery that might have had little or no life to it, then the Anker might be OK or it might be overheating. Bottom line... Don't risk fire or damage to the computer (however, it might seriously be time to invest in a newer laptop or some other device). Return the battery and try another and see if you get the same results.
662765
I tend to keep mine on power save, it seems to last pretty well. I'm not sure and exact answer on a number but several hours.
225188
All I can say is how I use it. I use it daily for 4 hrs constantly on a unit that demands 2500 watts. I don't have any issues to date. I hope this helps you.
1643636
Just saw this, and I think you already got your answer. I agree with the first response--Yes, nice & hot if the unit is left on. Enjoy.
864953
Depends what you're doing. Just browsing the internet and watching videos while at a balanced setting, you're good for about 5-6 hours. If you're doing something that requires significantly more power output, you're lookin' at about less than two hours. Also, it heats up very hot, very fast.
1764250
You really don't need them. I just bought them because I wanted to buy them. They do keep the chips slightly cooler which will help prolong their life. I have left the Pi on for months without a problems.
399382
Shouldn't hurt at all. Computer will only draw what it needs. It won't fry any more than plugging that 90w charger into a wall outlet that has about 1800 watts or more potential in it. (120V X 15A)
579525
It depends on how much of that 510watts you're using according to cyberpower you have 10.4 Minutes when using 210 Watts, and 2.15 Minutes when using 425 Watts and probably 1min or less if you're under max load The power went off at my house recently for a couple minutes and before i could shutdown my htpc the power came back and my htpc never shut off Mind you my htpc is using a 600watt power supply but computers don't use the full wattage, especially if it's idle
1192652
HI Grammy - I have been using the transformer for a light and not had any issues running for 5 or 6 hours an evening - the box gets warm but not dangerously so.
1227557
I am very pleased with the AGPtek nine-cell battery. It has tamed that little power-greedy bugger and made it useful. I run Mint Linux on it. I've never actually run it down to empty, but I have gotten more than three hours out of it. The power meter says I have more than six when its fully charged -- and I think it would give that as long as you weren't taxing the drive and graphics too much. It is a bit bulky, but I actually like the way it raises the back of the unit to make it like the legs of desktop keyboard. It also gets rather warm, so I wouldn't recommend using it in cramped conditions where that heat will be allowed to build up. All-in-all, I recommend it as a good solution to the problem. I am very pleased with the AGPtek nine-cell battery. It has tamed that little power-greedy bugger and made it useful. I run Mint Linux on it. I've never actually run it down to empty, but I have gotten more than three hours out of it. The power meter says I have more than six when its fully charged -- and I think it would give that as long as you weren't taxing the drive and graphics too much. It is a bit bulky, but I actually like the way it raises the back of the unit to make it like the legs of desktop keyboard. It also gets rather warm, so I wouldn't recommend using it in cramped... » Read More I am very pleased with the AGPtek nine-cell battery. It has tamed that little power-greedy bugger and made it useful. I run Mint Linux on it. I've never actually run it down to empty, but I have gotten more than three hours out of it. The power meter says I have more than six when its fully charged -- and I think it would give that as long as you weren't taxing the drive and graphics too much. It is a bit bulky, but I actually like the way it raises the back of the unit to make it like the legs of desktop keyboard. It also gets rather warm, so I wouldn't recommend using it in cramped conditions where that heat will be allowed to build up. All-in-all, I recommend it as a good solution to the problem. « Show Less
1662611
about 2 hours of burn in if applied correctly ...it is pretty straight forward just a pea shaped dot on the cpu in the center about half of the size of a pea ...place it down straight and about 2 good hours of gaming or rendering video and you should be good to go ...but the effects of about 7 degrees are almost instant
2080554
No problem with mine. I only use it with a power supply, and it works perfectly.
53085
it should be fine, its not like you are running a very large system. it would certainly take some of the jump out of your power loss if you are having any.
1294745
It all depends on what kind of load your putting on the raspberry pi, also depends if you overclocked it or not... on idle I can't see it lasting more than a day. The powerbank is meant for giving your device that extra push, not as a main power source.
199024
I am starting to have problems too, my computer is getting over heated and shuts down. As to your case, how long have you left it on the charger without usage?
1208182
I've had mine unplugged and operational for at least 4 hours, and no problems. It did register low power, however.