Smart clothing is transforming wearable technology by integrating sensors, heating elements, wireless communication, biometric monitoring, and textile electronics directly into garments.
Unlike traditional wearable devices, smart clothing requires batteries that are not only compact and reliable, but also lightweight, comfortable, safe, and easy to integrate into flexible textile structures.
LithoTop provides custom lithium battery solutions for smart clothing manufacturers, supporting flexible battery design, ultra-thin battery packs, high-capacity battery modules, and smart protection systems.
Challenges of Smart Clothing Battery Design
Comfort and Wearability
Smart clothing is worn close to the body for long periods. Battery design must support lightweight structure, thin thickness, soft integration, and comfortable placement.
Flexible Textile Integration
Clothing bends, stretches, and moves during daily use. Battery systems should support flexible layouts, custom shapes, reliable wiring, and durable packaging.
Long Runtime Requirements
Smart clothing may need to power sensors, Bluetooth modules, heating elements, LED indicators, and health monitoring systems.
Safety and Thermal Protection
Because smart clothing is worn close to the body, safety is critical. Manufacturers require low heat generation, overcharge protection, over-discharge protection, short-circuit protection, and temperature monitoring.
LithoTop Battery Solutions for Smart Clothing
Flexible LiPo Batteries
- Flexible structure
- Lightweight design
- Custom dimensions
- Comfortable integration
Ultra-Thin LiPo Batteries
- Thin profile
- High energy density
- Easy embedding
- Lightweight performance
Custom-Shaped Batteries
- Slim rectangular battery design
- Curved battery design
- Arc-shaped battery design
- Special custom shapes
Typical Battery Specifications for Smart Clothing
| Parameter | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 3.7V – 14.8V |
| Capacity | 100mAh – 10000mAh |
| Battery Type | LiPo / Li-ion / Semi-Solid |
| Shape | Ultra-Thin / Flexible / Custom |
| Thickness | 1.0mm – 10.0mm |
| Protection | PCM Optional |
| Temperature Sensor | NTC Optional |
| Cycle Life | 300–500 Cycles |
| Certification | UN38.3 / IEC62133 / CE / RoHS |
Why Smart Clothing Manufacturers Choose LithoTop
- Ultra-thin and flexible battery development
- Custom size, shape, wire and connector support
- Grade-A lithium battery cells
- In-house PCM design
- Battery solutions for close-to-body wearable products
- Fast sample development
- OEM/ODM production support
- 100% inspection before shipment
- Certification support for global markets
FAQ
What battery is used in smart clothing?
Most smart clothing uses rechargeable LiPo or Li-ion batteries, depending on the power requirement, thickness limit, and application type.
Can batteries be customized for clothing structures?
Yes. LithoTop can customize battery size, shape, thickness, wire length, connector, PCM, and packaging structure.
Are smart clothing batteries safe for close-to-body use?
Yes. Battery safety depends on proper cell selection, protection circuit design, insulation, temperature control, and production quality inspection.
What battery is suitable for heated clothing?
Heated jackets and heated vests usually require higher-capacity Li-ion battery packs or multi-cell battery packs to support longer heating time.
Please feel free to contact us for more information and customized battery solutions for your project.
Flexible LiPo batteries are suitable for smart clothing because garments bend, move and stay close to the body during daily use.
Applications:
- Smart sportswear
- Health monitoring clothing
- Posture correction clothing
- Wearable textile sensors
Features:
- Flexible structure
- Lightweight design
- Comfortable integration
- Custom size available
Flexible Lipo Batteries List
| Model | Voltage(V) | Capacity(mAh) | Cell Size(T*W*L)mm | Shape | Polairty&Direction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 125034 | 3.7 | 14 | 1.25*5.1*34 | Curve | CD |
| 3.8 | 16 | Curve | |||
| 125625 | 3.7 | 10 | 1.25*5.6*25 | Curve | CD |
| 3.8 | 12 | Curve | |||
| 125628 | 3.7 | 12 | 1.25*5.6*28 | Curve | CD |
| 3.8 | 14 | Curve | |||
| 125634 | 3.7 | 15 | 1.25*5.6*34 | Curve | CD |
| 3.8 | 17 | Curve | |||
| 126825 | 3.7 | 13 | 1.25*6.9*25 | Curve | ABCD |
| 3.8 | 15 | Curve | |||
| 120732 | 3.7 | 17 | 1.25*7.1*31 | Curve | ABCD |
| 3.8 | 19 | Curve | |||
| 155034 | 3.7 | 16 | 1.52*5.1*34 | Curve | CD |
| 3.8 | 18 | Curve | |||
| 155625 | 3.7 | 12 | 1.52*5.6*25 | Curve | CD |
| 3.8 | 14 | Curve | |||
| 155628 | 3.7 | 14 | 1.52*5.6*28 | Curve | CD |
| 3.8 | 16 | Curve | |||
| 155634 | 3.7 | 18 | 1.52*5.6*34 | Curve | CD |
| 3.8 | 20 | Curve | |||
| 156825 | 3.7 | 16 | 1.52*6.9*25 | Curve | ABCD |
| 3.8 | 18 | Curve | |||
| 150720 | 3.7 | 12 | 1.52*6.8*20.5 | Curve | ABCD |
| 3.8 | 13 | Curve | |||
| 150732 | 3.7 | 20 | 1.52*7.1*31 | Curve | ABCD |
| 3.8 | 22 | Curve | |||
| 160620 | 3.7 | 11 | 1.6*6*20 | Curve | ABCD |
| 3.8 | 13 | Curve | |||
| 160630 | 3.7 | 18 | 1.6*6*30 | Curve | ABCD |
| 3.8 | 21 | Curve | |||
| 160635 | 3.7 | 25 | 1.6*6*35 | Curve | D |
| 3.8 | 28 | Curve | |||
| 185625 | 3.7 | 17 | 1.8*5.6*25 | Curve | CD |
| 3.8 | 20 | Curve | |||
| 185628 | 3.7 | 19 | 1.8*5.6*28 | Curve | CD |
| 3.8 | 22 | Curve | |||
| 185634 | 3.7 | 23 | 1.8*5.6*34 | Curve | CD |
| 3.8 | 26 | Curve | |||
| 186825 | 3.7 | 22 | 1.8*7*25 | Curve | CD |
| 3.8 | 24 | Curve | |||
| 180732 | 3.7 | 30 | 1.8*7*31 | Curve | CD |
| 3.8 | 34 | Curve | |||
| 210630 | 3.7 | 30 | 2.1*6*30 | Curve | D |
| 3.8 | 33 | Curve | |||
| 210635 | 3.7 | 35 | 2.1*6*35 | Curve | C |
| 3.8 | 38 | Curve |
Ultra-thin LiPo batteries are ideal for slim smart clothing modules where thickness and weight are critical design factors.
Applications:
- Smart shirts
- Smart underwear
- Wearable ECG clothing
- Textile sensor modules
Features:
- Thin profile
- Easy to embed
- Lightweight
- High energy density
Ultra-Thin Lipo Batteries List
| Model | Voltage(V) | Capacity(mAh) | Cell Size(T*W*L)mm | Shape |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 300810 | 3.7 | 8 | 3*8*10 | Pouch |
| 300812 | 3.7 | 15 | 3*8*12 | Pouch |
| 300816 | 3.7 | 20 | 3*8*16 | Pouch |
| 300830 | 3.7 | 55 | 3*8*30 | Pouch |
| 300927 | 3.7 | 55 | 3*9*27 | Pouch |
| 301010 | 3.7 | 20 | 3*10*10 | Pouch |
| 301012 | 3.7 | 25 | 3*10*12 | Pouch |
| 301020 | 3.7 | 40 | 3*10*20 | Pouch |
| 301030 | 3.7 | 70 | 3*10*30 | Pouch |
| 301215 | 3.7 | 30 | 3*12*15 | Pouch |
| 301230 | 3.7 | 90 | 3*12*30 | Pouch |
| 301430 | 3.7 | 120 | 3*14*30 | Pouch |
| 301525 | 3.7 | 80 | 3*15*25 | Pouch |
| 301530 | 3.7 | 100 | 3*15*30 | Pouch |
| 301535 | 3.7 | 125 | 3*15*35 | Pouch |
| 301725 | 3.7 | 95 | 3*17*25 | Pouch |
| 301730 | 3.7 | 110 | 3*17*30 | Pouch |
| 301745 | 3.7 | 180 | 3*17*45 | Pouch |
| 302020 | 3.7 | 90 | 3*20*20 | Pouch |
| 302025 | 3.7 | 110 | 3*20*25 | Pouch |
| 302030 | 3.7 | 150 | 3*20*30 | Pouch |
| 302035 | 3.7 | 180 | 3*20*35 | Pouch |
| 302040 | 3.7 | 200 | 3*20*40 | Pouch |
| 302045 | 3.7 | 220 | 3*20*45 | Pouch |
| 302050 | 3.7 | 250 | 3*20*50 | Pouch |
| 302250 | 3.7 | 300 | 3*22*50 | Pouch |
| 302323 | 3.7 | 110 | 3*23*23 | Pouch |
| 302526 | 3.7 | 160 | 3*25*26 | Pouch |
| 302530 | 3.7 | 200 | 3*25*30 | Pouch |
| 302540 | 3.7 | 280 | 3*25*40 | Pouch |
| 303030 | 3.7 | 250 | 3*30*30 | Pouch |
| 303035 | 3.7 | 300 | 3*30*35 | Pouch |
| 303040 | 3.7 | 320 | 3*30*40 | Pouch |
| 303048 | 3.7 | 400 | 3*30*48 | Pouch |
| 303060 | 3.7 | 500 | 3*30*60 | Pouch |
| 303065 | 3.7 | 600 | 3*30*65 | Pouch |
| 303450 | 3.7 | 500 | 3*34*50 | Pouch |
| 304040 | 3.7 | 480 | 3*40*40 | Pouch |
| 304045 | 3.7 | 500 | 3*40*45 | Pouch |
| 304050 | 3.7 | 700 | 3*40*50 | Pouch |
| 304085 | 3.7 | 1000 | 3*40*85 | Pouch |
| 305065 | 3.7 | 1000 | 3*50*65 | Pouch |
| 306090 | 3.7 | 2000 | 3*60*90 | Pouch |
| 307095 | 3.7 | 2500 | 3*70*95 | Pouch |
| 350725 | 3.7 | 40 | 3.5*7*25 | Pouch |
| 350830 | 3.7 | 60 | 3.5*8*30 | Pouch |
| 350926 | 3.7 | 60 | 3.5*9*26 | Pouch |
| 350935 | 3.7 | 90 | 3.5*9*35 | Pouch |
| 351015 | 3.7 | 30 | 3.5*10*15 | Pouch |
| 351020 | 3.7 | 55 | 3.5*10*20 | Pouch |
| 352020 | 3.7 | 100 | 3.5*20*20 | Pouch |
| 352030 | 3.7 | 195 | 3.5*20*30 | Pouch |
| 352035 | 3.7 | 230 | 3.5*20*35 | Pouch |
| 352325 | 3.7 | 180 | 3.5*23*25 | Pouch |
| 353030 | 3.7 | 325 | 3.5*30*30 | Pouch |
| 383450 | 3.7 | 650 | 3.8*34*50 | Pouch |
| 393048 | 3.7 | 600 | 3.9*30*48 | Pouch |
We support a wide variety of customized battery shapes, including C-shape, D-shape, curve shape, U-shape, fan shape, moon shape, trapezoid shape, irregular hexagon shape, and other irregular structures according to customer requirements and device dimensions.
Our special-shaped batteries are manufactured using advanced production technology and high-quality lithium polymer cells, ensuring stable voltage output, high energy density, low internal resistance, and reliable safety performance.
- Customized irregular battery shapes for unique product designs
- Efficient internal space utilization
- Ultra-thin and lightweight structure
- High energy density and stable performance
- Low self-discharge and long cycle life
- Optional curved and flexible battery designs
- Reliable safety performance with PCM/BMS protection
- Flexible OEM & ODM customization support
Special-shape Smartband Batteries List
| Model | Voltage(V) | Capacity(mAh) | Cell Dimension(mm) | Shape |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 581820 | 3.8 | 170 | 5.8*18*20 | Oval |
| 150725 | 3.8 | 19 | 1.5*7*25 | Curve |
| 473422 | 3.7 | 190 | 4.7*34*22 | C |
| 401430 | 3.7 | 105 | 4*14*30 | Trapezoid |
| 412726 | 3.8 | 310 | 4.1*27*26 | U |
| 602932 | 3.7 | 280 | 6*29*32 | Fan |
| 402220 | 3.7 | 120 | 4*22*20 | Irregular Hexagon |
| 241020 | 3.8 | 30 | 2.4*10*20 | Moon |
| 432421 | 3.8 | 155 | 4.3*24*21 | Vase |
Want a different Wearable batteries? Contact us now for your special needs.
