Section 1

Battery Specifications

The L3 uses a 14.4 V, 3,350 mAh quick-swap battery charged in the supplied charging hub. The L2 Pro uses a 14.4 V, 46.8 Wh clip-on battery, and the K2 a 1,900 mAh clip-on battery. Both clip onto the device body.

Device

Battery Capacity

Runtime and Notes

L3

14.4 V, 3,350 mAh

100 minutes total operating time.

L2 Pro

14.4 V, 46.8 Wh clip-on

Up to 90 minutes scanning per battery under standard conditions. Change batteries between segments only.

K2

1,900 mAh clip-on

Up to 90 minutes scanning per battery under standard conditions. Change batteries between segments only.

Real-World Runtime vs. Specification

The 90-minute figure is a manufacturer specification under standard temperature and continuous scanning conditions.

Conditions

Expected Runtime

Notes

Standard (15°C to 25°C, continuous scanning)

85 to 90 minutes

Specification matches field experience for typical indoor work

Cold weather (below 10°C)

~72 minutes

Approximately 20% reduction. Plan battery counts using this figure for cold-weather projects.

Below freezing (below 0°C)

~60 to 65 minutes

Further reduction. Keep spare batteries warm in an inside pocket until needed.

Hot weather (above 35°C)

85 to 90 minutes

Heat affects battery less than cold but accelerates long-term degradation if storage is also hot.

High RTK/Wi-Fi activity

75 to 85 minutes

Heavy LixelGO interaction and continuous RTK communication shortens runtime modestly.

Section 2

Battery Swap Procedures

Neither the L2 Pro nor the K2 keeps recording across a battery change. Removing the battery cuts power, and neither device resumes a scan from a breakpoint, so a battery change ends one segment and starts the next. Plan it at a seam and follow the sequence below.

Plan the Swap Before Battery Level Drops Below 20%

Do not wait for the device to warn you. Plan to end the current segment when the battery reaches approximately 20%. This gives you a comfortable buffer to complete the segment cleanly, save the project file, and swap the battery without scrambling.

End scanning before battery level drops below 20%. End the segment immediately once the app warns that the battery is low. The risk is not just losing a few minutes of scan data. If the device shuts down mid-save, the project file is corrupt and unrecoverable.

Standard Battery Swap Sequence

1

Tap Stop in LixelGO and wait for the green LED to become solid

The fast-flashing green LED indicates the device is writing the project file. This takes 30 to 60 seconds depending on segment length. The LED becomes solid green when the save is complete. Do not handle the device, remove the battery, or power off until the LED is solid green.

2

Power off the device before removing the battery

Press and hold the power button until the device powers off completely. Removing the battery while the device is powered on can cause data corruption to recently saved files even though the active project save is complete.

3

Release the battery clip and remove the depleted battery

The battery clip is on the side of the battery facing toward the device body. Press the release tab and slide the battery off. The battery is keyed; it can only be installed and removed in the correct orientation.

4

Slide the fresh battery on until it clicks

Align the fresh battery with the device contacts and slide it on. The battery should click into place when fully seated. Do not force the battery; if it does not slide on smoothly, check the contact alignment and try again.

5

Power on and re-establish connection in LixelGO

Press the power button to power on the device. Wait for it to complete its startup sequence. Reconnect to LixelGO. If RTK is in use, wait for the satellite status to return to Fixed (typically under 60 seconds with clear sky) before starting the next scan segment.

6

Start the next segment where the previous one ended

Start the next segment where the previous one ended, with the device still at the seam and on its control point base if a control point marks it. Then walk back through at least 50 ft (15 m) of the previous segment's coverage before continuing into new territory. This is what allows Map Fusion to align the segments.

Section 3

Charging

Full charge time: about 2 hours from empty to full on the L2 Pro, and about 2 hours on the K2, using the supplied charger.
Charge indicator: the indicator light shows the current battery level while charging. On the L2 Pro, a flashing handle battery light means it is charging normally; single-click the button on the battery to show the level.
Multiple chargers: charging multiple batteries simultaneously using separate chargers does not affect charge time per battery.
Heat during charging: batteries become warm during fast charging. If a battery becomes hot to the touch, stop charging and allow it to cool before resuming.
Charge before each project day: top off all batteries the night before each project day. Do not start a project day with batteries at less than 95% charge.

Battery Capacity Planning

For most professional work, plan a minimum of 4 batteries per device. This provides 6 hours of total scanning time at standard runtime, which covers a typical full project day with margin. For larger projects or cold-weather work, increase to 6 batteries.

Project Type

Recommended Batteries

Why

Single building, standard temperature

4 batteries

3 batteries scanning + 1 spare. Covers a typical 4-hour project with margin.

Multi-building or all-day project

6 batteries

5 batteries scanning + 1 spare. Covers up to 7.5 hours of scanning at standard runtime.

Cold weather (below 10°C)

+1 to 2 additional

Cold weather reduces runtime ~20%. Add buffer for the reduced capacity.

Multi-day project, no overnight charging

8+ batteries

Without access to a power source for overnight charging, you must carry enough capacity for the full project duration.

Section 4

Battery Lifespan and Storage

L2 Pro and K2 batteries are rated for 300 to 500 charge cycles, after which capacity falls to 70 to 80 percent of its initial value. Replace batteries when their actual scanning runtime drops to a level that disrupts project planning.

Storage Best Practices

Storage charge level: charge the battery to full promptly after each day of use. A battery left very low or completely depleted must be recharged promptly; XGRIDS does not cover battery damage caused by ignoring that under warranty.
Storage temperature: 15°C to 25°C is ideal. Avoid storing batteries in vehicles in summer or in unheated spaces in winter.
Storage location: dry, ventilated, away from direct sunlight. Original packaging or padded battery cases reduce the risk of mechanical damage and contact shorting.
Long-term storage: recharge a fully charged but unused battery at least once every 3 months, to prevent deep discharge that damages cells permanently.
Do not store damaged batteries: a battery that has been dropped, swollen, or visibly damaged should be removed from service immediately. Disposed of via your local battery recycling service, never in regular trash.

Do not store batteries fully discharged. Lithium-ion cells stored at very low charge for extended periods can enter a deep-discharge state where they cannot be safely recharged. The battery may appear to charge but will lose capacity rapidly or fail outright. Charging to full after each day of use, and recharging an unused battery at least once every 3 months, prevents this failure mode.

Section 5

Critical Battery Warnings

Do not power off during save. The fast-flashing green LED means the project file is being written. Powering off, removing the battery, or any other interruption during this window corrupts the project file. The data is not recoverable.
Do not let the device shut down from battery depletion mid-scan. An automatic shutdown does not save the project file gracefully. End the current segment with at least 20% battery remaining and swap.
Do not mix old and new batteries on the same project day without testing. A degraded battery may show a higher charge level than its actual runtime can deliver. Run aging batteries on simpler projects until you confirm their actual runtime, then plan around the reduced capacity.
Do not charge a battery that is visibly damaged. Any battery with a swollen case, visible leakage, deformed contacts, or that has been dropped from significant height should be retired and recycled, not charged.
Do not leave batteries in direct sun, in vehicle interiors above 35°C, or near heat sources. Heat damage is cumulative and irreversible. A battery that has been heat-stressed will not show external damage but will lose capacity faster than expected.

6.5 Battery Management