Customer:
I’ve bought several Inkplate 6 boards and they work great. For a specific project, I need to modify the board by removing some components (the SD-card slot, the IO Expander 1) and adding a couple of LEDs. I see you provide Gerber files, but is it possible to get the KiCad project file itself so I can edit the schematics and make these adjustments?
Also, one of my Inkplate 6 units developed a battery that grew to about double its original thickness while sitting unused. I’m concerned about fire risk. Can you recommend safe battery alternatives? I’m considering:
a) Disposable or rechargeable AAA batteries connected in parallel to provide the necessary voltage and amperage (no coin cell batteries)
b) Another type of rechargeable battery that doesn’t pose a fire risk
High energy density would be nice but isn’t essential if a safer alternative has adequate capacity.
Originally submitted via email support on 15 October 2024. Migrated to the forum for community visibility.