The Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery is available at Mascom International for KSh 300, a brand new and sealed 1020mAh lithium-ion cell rated at 3.8V. BL-5C is the classic battery code, used for years across many feature phones, small FM radios and pocket speakers, which makes it one of the most requested cells at our counter. Amaya, a Chinese accessories brand, supplies the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery, and we keep it in stock at the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Bring the device along and we will read its battery code with you on the spot.
Built for listeners and callers across Kenya, the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery keeps a matatu driver's pocket radio playing, a shopkeeper's small speaker running music, and a grandmother's mulika mwizi phone ready for calls. When the old cell gives up, a working gadget often ends up in a drawer for no good reason. A new BL-5C cell brings it back for about the price of a plate of chips. During KPLC outages, a charged radio on the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery is how many households in Kisumu, Nakuru or Kitale keep up with the news.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops hand over a loose BL-5C from a cardboard box, Mascom International sells the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery sealed, with its code and ratings printed on the cell and a 6-month warranty behind it. Buyers throughout Kenya report that unbranded BL-5C cells often fade within weeks, which is why they come back to a known brand. Drop in at Kimathi Street during business hours or send us a WhatsApp message, and we will deliver the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery to any county with payment on arrival. Shop owners and repair technicians can also ask about buying several units at once.
Common Questions About the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery
How much does the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery cost in Kenya?
The Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery costs KSh 300 at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD, brand new and sealed. For that you get the 1020mAh, 3.8V lithium-ion cell, our 6-month warranty on manufacturing defects, and delivery to any of Kenya's 47 counties with payment when it arrives. A charger is not part of the pack, since your phone, radio or speaker charges the cell itself. The Amaya BL-4UL Replacement Battery sits KSh 20 higher at KSh 320, but it is a separate code for different devices.
Does the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery work in radios and pocket speakers?
The Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery works in any radio, pocket speaker or phone built for a BL-5C cell. The code spread well beyond phones, so many small FM radios and portable speakers sold in Kenya use it. Open the device's battery door and read the old cell. If it says BL-5C, this one shares its size, contacts and 3.8V rating. Some similar-looking radios use a different code, so do not assume. A quick WhatsApp photo to Mascom International settles it before you buy.
Is the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery worth KSh 300 when street stalls sell unbranded BL-5C cells?
The Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery is worth its KSh 300 because it comes with accountability that unbranded stall cells lack. A sealed Amaya cell carries printed 1020mAh and 3.8V ratings, a 6-month Mascom warranty, and a walk-in shop behind it. Loose stall batteries are sometimes cheaper, but they may be old stock, relabelled, or marked with capacity figures the cell cannot hold, and there is rarely anyone to return them to. Pick the Amaya if you rely on the device daily; a stall cell is a gamble.
Can I charge the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery from a power bank or car during KPLC outages?
The Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery charges through whatever device it sits in, so a phone or radio with a USB port can top it up from a power bank or car charger during KPLC outages. The cell itself has no port; the device's charging circuit does the work. Keep the device out of direct sun on a dashboard, because heat speeds up wear in lithium-ion cells. In hot towns such as Garissa, Lodwar or Mombasa, charge in the shade. Loose spares charge in the Amaya M10 Universal Battery Charger.
What do 1020mAh and 3.8V mean on the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery?
On the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery, 1020mAh is the stored charge and 3.8V is the cell's rated working voltage. Milliamp-hours tell you how much charge the cell holds, and a fresh cell gives back the running time a worn one has lost. Voltage must match what the device expects, and the BL-5C code fixes that for you. Do not compare these figures with large smartphone batteries, because feature phones and radios draw far less power. Actual hours depend on the device, volume and signal.
Who should buy the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery, and who should look elsewhere?
Buy the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery if your phone, FM radio or pocket speaker uses a BL-5C cell that has worn out, swollen or gone missing. It also suits repair technicians who need a dependable code in stock. Look elsewhere if your device's label reads BL-4UL, BL-20JT or another code, because a near match is still a mismatch; Amaya makes those separately. Smartphones with sealed batteries need a technician instead. If you want extra charge for a smartphone on the go, the Amaya APB-P128 Power Bank fits better.
How should I store a spare Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery and dispose of an old one?
Store a spare Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery partly charged, at room temperature, in a pouch away from metal objects that could short its contacts. Recharge it every few weeks if it sits unused. When an old BL-5C swells, leaks or will no longer charge, stop using it immediately. Never burn it, puncture it or throw it into a pit latrine or open dump, since lithium-ion cells can catch fire and pollute soil. Take worn cells to an e-waste collection point, and keep them away from children until then.
Can I buy several Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery units for my shop or repair business?
Mascom International sells the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery to shops, repair technicians and radio dealers at KSh 300 a unit. Message us on WhatsApp with the number you need, and we will confirm stock and arrange collection in Nairobi CBD or pay-on-arrival delivery. Each cell comes sealed with its own printed code, which makes resale simpler and cuts customer returns. Traders in Eastleigh, Gikomba and upcountry markets can keep a few on hand for walk-in buyers. Every unit carries the same 6-month warranty.
Technical Specifications
Core Function and Capacity
- Lithium-ion chemistry — the rechargeable cell type used across phones and portable audio, holding charge well between top-ups and charging from any level.
- 1020mAh capacity — the charge a fresh cell stores, bringing a worn-out radio, speaker or phone back to its usual running time between charges.
- 3.8V rated voltage — the working voltage printed on the cell; the BL-5C code keeps it matched to what your device's circuit expects.
- Removable cell — drops into the battery bay behind a back cover or door, so replacement is a simple swap rather than a repair job.
- Device-based charging — the cell charges inside the phone, radio or speaker through that device's own port and charger, with no extra dock needed.
Compatibility
- Classic BL-5C code — a long-standing Nokia-style code used across many feature phones, small FM radios and pocket speakers sold in Kenya.
- Matching rule — the code printed on your old cell must read BL-5C exactly; a matching code means matching size, contacts and voltage.
- No guessed model list — we do not guess which brands use it; send a WhatsApp photo of your old cell and our team confirms the fit.
- Not a BL-4UL substitute — the two Nokia-style codes look alike on paper but differ in shape and contact position, so they never swap.
- Loose-cell charging — spare BL-5C cells can be charged outside any device with the Amaya M10 Universal Battery Charger, sold separately for KSh 480.
Build
- Sealed retail packaging — the cell arrives untouched and unused, unlike loose stall batteries whose age and history are impossible to check.
- Printed ratings — the BL-5C code, 1020mAh capacity and 3.8V voltage are printed on the cell for an easy comparison with your old one.
- Metal contact pads — flat terminals that press against the device's spring pins; keep them dry and dust-free for a steady connection.
- Standard BL-5C outline — made to the code's usual footprint, so it sits flat in the bay and the cover or door closes without force.
- Brand new stock — never fitted to another device, so the cell starts its working life on the day you install it.
Inclusions and Value
- One Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery — a single sealed cell and nothing else, ready to fit as soon as the old one is out.
- 6-month Mascom warranty — manufacturing defects under normal use are covered, with claims taken at our Nairobi CBD service desk on Kimathi Street.
- KSh 300 price — about KSh 1.65 a day across the six-month warranty, a small cost next to replacing the radio or phone itself.
- In-store fit check — bring your phone, radio or speaker and our staff fit and test the new cell before you pay for it.
- Pay-on-arrival delivery — order on WhatsApp or by phone and pay when the battery reaches you, whichever of the 47 counties you live in.
Package Contents
The pack holds one Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery, sealed, with no charger, cable or extra parts. That keeps the price at KSh 300, since your phone, radio or speaker already has the means to charge it. Anyone who runs several BL-5C devices, such as a repair kiosk or a family with radios in different rooms, can charge spares outside the device with the Amaya M10 Universal Battery Charger, sold separately at Mascom International. Hold on to the packaging until the fit is confirmed.
Warranty
Every Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery sold by Mascom International includes a 6-month warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal use. If the cell proves faulty within that time, bring it to our Nairobi CBD service desk at the Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, where our team handles the claim in person.
Where to Buy the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery in Kenya
Find the Amaya BL-5C Replacement Battery at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring the radio, speaker or phone that needs it, and we will fit the cell and switch the device on in front of you. Packaging colour can change between batches, so ask on WhatsApp if you want to know what is on the shelf today.
Contact Mascom International:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Payment on arrival applies to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery, and other major towns such as Kisumu, Kitale, Nanyuki, Embu and Malindi get their orders the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
As noted, the 6-month warranty above applies. Expect accurate specifications, straight pricing and after-sales help that does not disappear once you leave the counter.
