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Rectangular nickel-zinc battery pack with flat contacts and dark casing

Cameron Sino BP-234 3300mAh 9.0V Nickel-Zinc Battery

SKU CH-Z85B-EC3AM

Nickel-zinc replacement battery rated 3300 mAh and 9.0 V for two-way radios IC-GM1600, IC-GM1600E and IC-GM1600K

  • Battery pack size122.2 × 57.9 × 19.3
  • Battery typeNickel zinc
  • Battery capacity3,300 mAh
  • Battery voltage rating9 V
  • Details122.2 × 57.9 × 19.3
  • Product typeNickel zinc
  • Direct replacement for IC-GM1600, IC-GM1600E and IC-GM1600K radios
  • Nickel-zinc chemistry delivers 3300mAh capacity at 9.0V for extended talk time
  • Built-in protection against overcharge, over-discharge and short circuit
  • Fully decoded chip works like the original battery without modification
  • Compact 122.20 x 57.90 x 19.30 mm pack weighs 137.0g

Replacement battery for IC-GM1600 radios

The Cameron Sino BP-234 is a nickel-zinc replacement battery built for the IC-GM1600, IC-GM1600E and IC-GM1600K two-way radios. It delivers a nominal 9.0 V and a rated capacity of 3300 mAh, matching the original BP-234 specifications. The pack measures 122.20 x 57.90 x 19.30 mm and weighs 137.0 g. A fully decoded chip ensures the radio recognises the pack exactly like the factory unit. This product is not for users who need a different voltage or chemistry.

Thermals, noise and power draw in normal use

Nickel-zinc chemistry maintains a stable 9.0 V output across typical transmit and receive cycles without the voltage sag common in older nickel-metal packs. The integrated protection circuit guards against over-charge, over-discharge, over-voltage and short-circuit events during daily operation. No active cooling is required and the pack runs silently in the radio chassis. The supplier notes that two or three full charge-discharge cycles bring the pack to its best capacity.

Behaviour under sustained load

During extended transmit periods the protection circuitry limits current to safe levels, preventing thermal runaway even when the radio is keyed for long intervals. The 29.70 Wh energy reserve supports prolonged duty cycles before recharge is needed. Storage above 60 °C (140 °F) is cautioned against to preserve cycle life. The pack is not suited for applications that demand continuous high-current draw beyond the radio's design limits.

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Price $25.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCameron Sino
Model nameIC-GM1600, IC-GM1600E, IC-GM1600K
Part numberBP-234
Product typeNickel zinc
Power
Battery typeNickel zinc
Battery capacity3,300 mAh
Battery voltage rating9 V
In the box
Battery pack size122.2 × 57.9 × 19.3

Questions about this item

How do I install the BP-234 battery in my IC-GM1600 radio, and what step is often missed?

Align the 122.20 x 57.90 x 19.30 mm pack with the battery rails, slide it in until the latch clicks, then verify the decoded chip contacts seat fully; the step most often missed is confirming the chip connection before closing the latch.

What maintenance will the nickel-zinc BP-234 need over its life?

Perform 2 or 3 full charge and discharge cycles when new to reach peak 3300mAh capacity, avoid storage above 60 °C, and recharge every few months if unused to prevent deep discharge.

What is the first limit I will hit during continuous transmit on the IC-GM1600K with this 9.0 V pack?

Sustained high-current draw will trigger the internal over-discharge protection before the 29.70 Wh capacity is fully depleted, cutting power to protect the cells.

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