# IB388 Battery Overview

The IB388 Battery is a hot-swappable American-made intelligent-battery tailored for use with the IF800 Tomcat. Engineered internal cell balancing, health monitoring, and cycle tracking, the IB388 ensures optimal flight time in demanding environments. The IB388 directly communicates with the IF800 Tomcat and supports NFC communication for reporting in depth status to operators. This section provides detailed guidance on harnessing the full capabilities of the IB388 for mission success.

<figure><img src="/files/GnqgezmhaIwwYh7lmu8v" alt=""><figcaption><p>IB388 Battery Module Detail</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="/files/YADbevWFgpLKwaXXsGUu" alt=""><figcaption><p>IB388 Battery Module Detail</p></figcaption></figure>


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