Python

You can also interact with PiPower using Python.

source /opt/pipower5/venv/bin/activate

We provide several Python examples to demonstrate different use cases. Navigate to the examples directory to explore them:

cd ~/pipower5/examples

Here are the available scripts and their functions:

• read_all.py: Reads all PiPower 5 status information at once and processes each item individually.

• read_individual.py: Demonstrates how to read specific PiPower 5 data items individually.

• set_shutdown_percentage.py: Configures the shutdown percentage. When the battery level falls below the configured threshold, PiPower 5 sends a shutdown request to the host and cuts power after shutdown completes.

• read_power_btn.py: Reads the current state of the PiPower 5 power button.