This is a very nice product but either I got a defective one or this does not supply adequate power to a GoPro Hero 7 Black. I tested with 2 gopro units and sd cards as well as other powerbanks.
This power clutch is able to charge the gopro battery but fails when you start recording. Everything will look good until you hit the record button then either the unit will freeze or turn off.
With a lot of debugging because I didn't think it was the clutch's issue at first, I went through 2 gopro units and 2 sd cards, one of which was off the recommended list. Then I suspected the clutch. Remove the charging cable, no problem.
Plug it in, immediate problem. I plugged the gopro into a powerbank and had no issues at all. I tried removing the gopro battery and powering only from the clutch and at first it would work but shuts off in a few seconds.
I know plenty of people use this on other gopros but my conclusion as of right now is that the hero 7 black requires just a bit more than this clutch can handle.
I am in the process of RMAing and will try it again and will update this review if my first unit might have been faulty.
UPDATE: RMA unit came in quickly but alas, it failed the same way right off the bat. As soon as I hit record, the gopro shuts off. I hope there is a new clutch that is released that supports the hero 7 black because this would have been perfect for my needs.
| Brand Name | Wasabi Power |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 6.4 ounces |
| Package Dimensions | 9.5 x 4.4 x 1.9 inches |
| Item model number | ACC-CLUTCH-001 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
