Icom BP-296 Li-ion Battery 2350mAh for M37

The Icom BP-296 is an OEM lithium-ion battery pack engineered as a direct replacement power source for the IC-M37 marine handheld transceiver. Delivering a nominal 3.6V with a typical capacity of 2350mAh and a guaranteed minimum of 2200mAh, it provides the sustained runtime that marine professionals and serious recreational mariners depend on during extended operations on the water. When seated in the IC-M37, the battery assembly carries an IP57 ingress protection rating, meaning the transceiver maintains its resistance to water immersion in real-world conditions. As a genuine Icom OEM component, the BP-296 is built to the same tolerances and quality standards as the original equipment, ensuring reliable charge cycles, proper fit, and full compatibility with Icom-approved charging accessories designed for the IC-M37 platform.

Key features & benefits

• Genuine OEM Icom Battery — Manufactured by Icom to original equipment specifications, ensuring precise fit, reliable electrical interface, and consistent performance within the IC-M37 platform.
• 2350mAh Typical Capacity — Delivers 2350mAh typical and 2200mAh minimum capacity at 3.6V nominal, providing the power reserve needed for extended marine communication sessions.
• Lithium-Ion Chemistry — Rechargeable Li-Ion construction offers a favorable energy-to-weight ratio and supports repeated charge cycles without the memory effect associated with older battery chemistries.
• IP57 Ingress Protection When Installed — When properly installed in the IC-M37 transceiver, the battery contributes to the radio's IP57-rated seal, maintaining protection against dust and water immersion.
• Drop-In Replacement Convenience — Designed as a direct replacement for the IC-M37, allowing field swap without tools or modification, minimizing downtime in professional and recreational marine environments.