Power Products BP279LIXT Battery for Icom Radios

The Power Products BP279LIXT is a 7.2V, 2280mAh lithium-ion replacement battery for compatible Icom portable two-way radios that use the BP279/BP280 battery platform. It provides 16.4Wh of energy, carries an IP68 ingress-protection rating, and is an alternative to the Icom BP-279 and BP-280 battery models.

Designed for professional, commercial, amateur and aviation radio applications, the BP279LIXT provides a replacement or spare-battery option for compatible Icom handheld radios. It includes the Power Products CLV113A belt clip and incorporates battery protection for demanding day-to-day radio use.

Compatible Icom Radios

The Power Products BP279LIXT is compatible with a range of Icom portable two-way radios that use the BP279/BP280 battery platform, including the following models:

Amateur / Portable

• Icom T10

Avionics / Handheld

• Icom A16

Land Mobile / Handheld

• Icom F1000
• Icom F1100D
• Icom F2000 400-470MHz
• Icom F2000 450-512MHz
• Icom F2100DH
• Icom F2100DL

The BP279LIXT is an alternative to the Icom BP-279 and Icom BP-280 battery models.

Technical Specifications

Brand	Power Products
Part Number	BP279LIXT
Battery Chemistry	Lithium-ion
Cell Type	Panasonic NCA653864
Voltage	7.2V
Capacity	2280mAh
Energy	16.4Wh
Charge Cycles	More than 500
Discharge Temperature	-20°C to +60°C
Charge Temperature	10°C to +45°C
Ingress Protection	IP68
Protection	Short circuit, over-charge, over-discharge and over-temperature monitoring via charge contact
Housing / Seal	ABS / ultrasonic weld
Metal Welding	Pure nickel tabs with spot welding
Alternative To	Icom BP-279 and BP-280
Included Belt Clip	Power Products CLV113A
Warranty	12 months, capacity 80%

Compatible Icom Chargers

The BP279LIXT can be used with compatible Icom charging equipment designed for the BP279/BP280 battery platform.

Charger	Description
Icom BC213	Rapid charger with US plug for radios using the BP279/BP280 battery; BC-123SA or BC242 included
Icom BC213NAC	Rapid charger cup for radios using the BP279 battery; BC-123S not included
Icom BC214	Six-unit charger for radios using the BP279/BP280 battery; includes AC adapter with US plug

Compatible Power Products Endura Chargers

Power Products also specifies the BP279LIXT for use with the following Endura charging solutions:

• Endura EC1-IC7LI
• Endura EC1M-IC7LI
• Endura EC2M-IC7LI-D
• Endura EC12M-IC7LI-D

What's Included

• 1 Power Products BP279LIXT lithium-ion battery
• 1 Power Products CLV113A belt clip

Battery Protection

The BP279LIXT incorporates protection against short circuit, over-charge, over-discharge and over-temperature conditions. Temperature monitoring is provided through the battery's charge contact.

Replacement Battery for Professional Icom Radios

The BP279LIXT provides a replacement or spare-battery option for organizations and individual radio users operating compatible Icom handheld radios. Compatibility across amateur, aviation and commercial land-mobile models makes it useful for organizations maintaining Icom radio equipment based on the BP279/BP280 battery platform.

Ideal Applications

• Commercial two-way radio fleets
• Warehouses and distribution operations
• Manufacturing facilities
• Schools and campuses
• Hospitality operations
• Facilities and maintenance teams
• Construction and field operations
• Security teams
• Transportation and logistics operations
• Compatible amateur radio applications
• Compatible aviation radio applications

Choosing the Correct Icom Replacement Battery

Battery compatibility depends on the exact radio, battery and charging configuration. Before ordering replacement batteries for an existing fleet, confirm the radio model and current battery. This is especially important when belt clips and existing charging equipment will be reused.

HiTech Wireless can help business customers confirm battery and charger compatibility before ordering replacement batteries for individual radios or larger fleets.

Warranty

The Power Products BP279LIXT carries a 12-month manufacturer warranty at 80% capacity.

Why Buy from HiTech Wireless?

HiTech Wireless specializes in professional two-way radio systems, replacement batteries, chargers and communications accessories. Our team can help businesses identify compatible replacement products and charging solutions for individual radios or larger communications fleets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Power Products BP279LIXT?

The BP279LIXT is a 7.2V, 2280mAh, 16.4Wh lithium-ion replacement battery for compatible Icom portable radios using the BP279/BP280 battery platform.

Which Icom radios are compatible with the BP279LIXT?

Compatible models include the Icom T10, A16, F1000, F1100D, F2000 and F2100 models listed on this page. Confirm the exact radio and battery configuration before ordering.

Does the BP279LIXT replace the Icom BP-279?

Power Products lists the BP279LIXT as an alternative to the Icom BP-279.

Does the BP279LIXT replace the Icom BP-280?

Yes. Power Products also lists the BP279LIXT as an alternative to the Icom BP-280.

What is the capacity of the BP279LIXT?

The BP279LIXT is rated at 2280mAh and 16.4Wh.

Is the BP279LIXT IP68 rated?

Yes. The BP279LIXT has an IP68 ingress-protection rating.

Does the BP279LIXT include a belt clip?

Yes. The BP279LIXT includes the Power Products CLV113A belt clip.

Can I use my Icom MB-133 belt clip?

No. The Power Products CLV113A belt clip used with the BP279LIXT is not interchangeable with the Icom MB-133 belt clip.

Can I charge the BP279LIXT in an Icom charger?

The BP279LIXT is compatible with applicable Icom BP279/BP280 charging equipment, including the BC213, BC213NAC and BC214 configurations listed on this page.

Which Endura chargers work with the BP279LIXT?

Specified Power Products Endura charging solutions include the EC1-IC7LI, EC1M-IC7LI, EC2M-IC7LI-D and EC12M-IC7LI-D.

What warranty applies to the BP279LIXT?

Power Products specifies a 12-month manufacturer warranty at 80% capacity.