TrackIR wireless clip battery replacement

[LordOrion]

After 5 years of honored service the battery of my wireless TrackIR IR led clip (which actually is a wireless clone of the official IR led clip) has decided to "retire" and can't be charged anymore.

The clip itself still works in wired mode: I can buy a new one on Amazon, but before paying 60+ euros for a new clip I wander if it is possible to find a replacement for the battery... anyone know what kind of battery could fit it?

I took a pic of the dismountetd battery (actually it was just taped to the clip), no other markings that the one you see:

Edited March 27 by LordOrion

[MAXsenna]

After 5 years of honored service the battery of my wireless TrackIR IR led clip (which actually is a wireless clone of the official IR led clip) has decided to "retire" and can't be charged anymore.
The clip itself still works in wired mode: I can buy a new one on Amazon, but before paying 60+ euros for a new clip I wander if it is possible to find a replacement for the battery... anyone know what kind of battery could fit it?
I took a pic of the dismountetd battery (actually it was just taped to the clip), no other markings that the one you see:

Take off the shrink wrap and you'll see.

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[LordOrion]

3 hours ago, MAXsenna said:

Take off the shrink wrap and you'll see.

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I did but, as you can see below, the situation does not change too much (no markings), apart for the fact that I found there is a small circuit on the battery top (voltage regulator for recharge?).

Looks like this is a custom made/modified battery for the purpose.

[MAXsenna]

16 minutes ago, LordOrion said:

I did but, as you can see below, the situation does not change too much (no markings), apart for the fact that I found there is a small circuit on the battery top (voltage regulator for recharge?).

Keep digging!

It actually looks like there's two batteries inside, which is anticipated. While the circuit could actually be the faulty one, I'm not too sure this is actually serviceable. Purtroppo!  

What cable plugs into it? You could probably do some DIY replacement. Personally I have a "wired" Delanclip that plugs into a really (old) small lightweight power bank, which I've attached to my headset with some 3M heavy duty velcro. 

[LordOrion]

I won't open the silver envelopment now (better do it tomorrow with the light), here is a detail (fron and back) of the circuit: connections seems to be ok:

My multimeter says there are 3.88Volts between the 2 metallic strips that goes into the silver envelopment, but the same voltage is present between the soderings of the red/back cables and at the top of the connector to the clip socket. 

Looks like the battery might be still good after all...

 

Edited March 27 by LordOrion

[LordOrion]

Unfortunately the battery is really gone: I've connected to to the charging cable and measured the voltage wich seems  to be ok (approx 5Volts).

However, I left it charing the whole night and once disconnected the voltage was back to less than 4Volts.

I've removed the silver envelopment: still no markings but a strange stink...

I gave up at this point, I will buy another clip asap.

[EightyDuce]

On 3/27/2025 at 7:06 PM, LordOrion said:

I won't open the silver envelopment now (better do it tomorrow with the light), here is a detail (fron and back) of the circuit: connections seems to be ok:

My multimeter says there are 3.88Volts between the 2 metallic strips that goes into the silver envelopment, but the same voltage is present between the soderings of the red/back cables and at the top of the connector to the clip socket. 

Looks like the battery might be still good after all...

 

Pretty sure you don't want to open the "silver envelopment" as it is the pouch that contains the chemistry of the battery cell. Also a little hard to tell from the pic, but the battery looks a little puffy, if so, that's a spicy pillow and you really shouldn't be cutting into it.

Looks like a 1S (single cell) lipo battery. Track IR runs off of USB so likely looking for 5V output.

If it wasn't dead before cutting into the pouch, it's definitely dead now. Don't hook it back up to the charger. 

[scommander2]

I had my TrackIR Pro clip to be the wireless.

The clip may need 5V, and I would like to use the AA batteries instead (the chargeable battery would be EOF).  I searched Amazon for the AAx3 or AAAx3 battery holder because 4.5V is closer (1.5Vx4 will make LEDs life short).

Hope it helps!!

 

[LordOrion]

Surpirse!

Looks what I found on Amazon: https://www.amazon.it/Batteria-ricaricabile-elettronici-sostituzione-incorporata/dp/B0CP24PYGY

Looks really similar to the one I had...

[scommander2]

Yea... it may work as long as less 5V.

[LordOrion]

For 16 euros is worth to try.

Connector seems exactly the same.

[LordOrion]

Uhm... I've received the new battery but looks like the connector pitch was worng (1.25mm, I need 2mm). My fault: I should have checked before (I will return it).

In the meantime I found another one which is compatible, but the I have to choose between:

• 300mA, 1.11W
• 500mA, 1.5W
• 1200mA, 4.44W

Which one is the right/better in your opinion?

https://www.amazon.it/Batteria-LIPO-300-mAh-Polazione/dp/B0C66BRMM5/

[1BRAVO9]

Mine is on its last leg.

I bought it used and it has seen better days.

I think mine is an aftermarket or some type of clone. The battery is different and the charging port is in the front 

I'm not sure extending the battery would help me anyway.

You say you see the wireless ones for sale, I haven't seen one in a while. 

Where do you see them?

[LordOrion]

4 hours ago, 1BRAVO9 said:

Mine is on its last leg.

I bought it used and it has seen better days.

I think mine is an aftermarket or some type of clone. The battery is different and the charging port is in the front 

I'm not sure extending the battery would help me anyway.

You say you see the wireless ones for sale, I haven't seen one in a while. 

Where do you see them?

https://www.amazon.it/dp/B0CYWTW7MC/?coliid=I1AYDK6U5KAGHC

[1BRAVO9]

9 minutes ago, LordOrion said:

https://www.amazon.it/dp/B0CYWTW7MC/?coliid=I1AYDK6U5KAGHC

Yeah, I'm in the US and it doesn't show up when I search Amazon in my default region.

When I click on your link it shows up in Amazon Italy but I'm not sure I could even order it, and if I could the shipping may make it difficult.

Thanks for sharing.

[MAXsenna]

Uhm... I've received the new battery but looks like the connector pitch was worng (1.25mm, I need 2mm). My fault: I should have checked before (I will return it).
In the meantime I found another one which is compatible, but the I have to choose between:

• 300mA, 1.11W
• 500mA, 1.5W
• 1200mA, 4.44W

Which one is the right/better in your opinion?
https://www.amazon.it/Batteria-LIPO-300-mAh-Polazione/dp/B0C66BRMM5/

You can't solder the correct connection over?

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[LordOrion]

17 minutes ago, MAXsenna said:

You can't solder the correct connection over?

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I'don't have soldering equipment atm. 

I can buy one on Amazon (I know how to proper use it) but buying the correct battery is cheaper

Edited April 1 by LordOrion

[MAXsenna]

I'don't have soldering equipment atm. 
I can buy one on Amazon (I know how to proper use it) but buying the correct battery is cheaper

Fair point! Just thought it might be quicker.

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[LordOrion]

37 minutes ago, MAXsenna said:

Fair point! Just thought it might be quicker.

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In the end I opted for the 300mA version (better be conservative), which also has the correct black-on-left polarity.

It will arrive on Friday 11... 

Edited April 1 by LordOrion

[scommander2]

2 hours ago, 1BRAVO9 said:

Yeah, I'm in the US and it doesn't show up when I search Amazon in my default region.

Please try eBay and I saw the wireless ones around $35+ USD....

[MAXsenna]

Please try eBay and I saw the wireless ones around $35+ USD....

That's the clip only, right?

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[scommander2]

1 hour ago, MAXsenna said:

That's the clip only, right?

Yes, it is correct, and it is identical one that I have:

Edited April 1 by scommander2

[LordOrion]

Mine is identical, except for the presence of a logo:

Edited April 1 by LordOrion

[scommander2]

Hi @LordOrion, is it the connector called "XH2.54 2P"?  Thanks.

[LordOrion]

2 hours ago, scommander2 said:

Hi @LordOrion, is it the connector called "XH2.54 2P"?  Thanks.

I'm not an expert, but mine seems to be something like JST-PH 2.0 2mm.