What is what

A short roundup of several important terms used regarding cables suitable for charging and data transfer. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us.

Fast Charging

USB-A connector is the best known of all types of USB. This is also the most common connector found on computers.

USB-C is the newest type and will become the new standard USB connection in the coming years. The biggest advantage of USB-C to other charging connections is that it is suitable for fast charging.

MFi means ‘Made for iPhone’. The registered MFi certification ensures a safe and stable charging solution for your devices. We offer both MFi and non-MFi cables.

You can recognise the certified cables by the MFi (Made for iPhone/iPad) logo on the packaging.

Fast charging is a popular feature that has changed the way we power our devices. Fast charging is a lot faster rate compared to traditional charging methods, you can go from zero to full battery in a matter of an hour.

How it works

Fast charging is measured in watts. Generally, fast charging starts at 15 watts and goes up to 120 watts or more. The exact wattage required for fast charging depends on the device and the type of fast charging technology it supports.

USB 2.0 OR 3.0

USB 3.0 has more speed, can withstand more power and will become the new standard.

The 3.0 version is capable of data transfer at a speed of 5 Gbps, which is 10 times faster than the USB-C 2.0 cable. How to recognise the 3.0 version? See the blue colour on the connector. Plus USB 3.0 cables are thicker than 2.0 versions.

CABLE LENGTH & THICKNESS

In general, the shorter the cable, the faster the device attached to it will be charged.

Besides the length, the thickness of the cable also affects the charging speed. A long, thin cable has more resistance, so the voltage at the end of it is lower. As a result, your device charges slower.

USB-C helps to achieve fast charging with support up to a maximum of 240W. Combine a fast charging compatible cable and compatible Power Delivery charger, to charge devices that support fast charging extra quickly.

Smartphones have a protection to prevent the battery from burning out on fast charging. This protection causes the phone to start charging more slowly from 80% onwards. When your battery is at 20%, fast charging works more effective.