People depend on electronic devices increases recently, power banks are evolving toward multifunctionality and differentiation. In recent years, power bank with AC plugs have been gaining popularity among a wide range of users due to their convenience. Should brands seize this trend and consider customizing power bank with AC plugs? Let’s explore this topic!
1.Why choose power bank with AC plug?
Traditional power bank, chargers and cables are usually designed separately, which takes up space when traveling. It is easy to forget or bring the wrong ones. Power bank with AC plugs combine both in one design, and some also come with fast charging cables. Whether it is charging or discharging, it is simple and convenient. You suppose to bring three when traveling, but with this one, you can meet your usage needs with just one!
2.What are the advantages of power bank with AC plug?
1)Convenient charging for power bank
The power bank can be charged by plugging directly into the AC plug. No need to equip the charging adapter and cable separately or to consider the compatibility with the power bank. It simplifies the charging process and makes it more convenient and time-saving!
2)Works as a Charger When Out of Power
It is a power bank when fully charged. When the power is insufficient, it can be used directly as a charger. It can charge the device and store power for the power bank. For example, Joway JP332, it is a 45W power bank outdoors and a 20W charger where there is a socket. It can be switched according to different scenes to meet your variety needs!
3)Simplified Design, More Portable to Carry
The power bank with an AC plug usually has an AC plug and a built-in cable that can be hidden for storage. One is equivalent to a charger, a power bank, and a cable at the same time. It saves space when traveling, and there is no need to worry about bringing the wrong or missing items. There are no cables entangled in the bag, which reduces the burden on business trips and travel!
3.Notes on Customizing AC Plug Power Banks
1)Charging Power in Different Modes
Regarding how to confirm whether the AC plug and other interfaces in the power bank mode and charger mode are fast charging, the specific method is as follows: When used as a power bank, what are the power when using the AC plug, built-in cable, and Type-C port to charge? When the power bank charges the device, what are the output power of the built-in cable and Type-C port respectively. It is worth to mention that whether the AC plug is fast charging for charging the power bank, and whether the built-in cable and Type-C port output are fast charging in the charger mode.
Taking Joway JP332Power Bank with AC Plug as an example: The plug provides 20W fast charging for the power bank, and in charger mode, it also supports 20W fast charging for devices. In power bank mode, the Type-C port and cable support 45W output, in which also supports 30W fast charging when charging the power bank. Manufacturers can customize the power specifications based on brand’s requirements!
2)AC plug specifications
AC plug specifications must strictly match the target market standards. The mainstream global plug standards include Chinese (GB), British (BS), American (NEMA), European (EU), South African (SANS), etc. It is necessary to select corresponding specifications according to the target market, or use an adapter mode. The current and voltage parameters must be adapted to the market access requirements.
3)Target market certification requirements
The certification requirements for power bank vary from country to country, mainly including CCC, FCC, CE, ROHS, UN38.3, SDS, etc. It is necessary to obtain relevant product certifications based on the target market and meet air transport requirements and standards.
If you are looking for a manufacturer to customize power banks, you may learn more about a few and compare them. Joway is a manufacturer with more than 20 years of experience in the power bank industry, produce different types of power bank, including Qi2 magnetic, with retractable cables, high-power TFT screens, with AC plugs and stand, and other fast-charging, etc. Joway also supports OEM/ODM/gift customization. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us!