A revolution in charging: How are GaN chargers changing our lives?
Everyone uses smartphones. The world has developed so much that we can no longer imagine life without them. They are our portable computers: alarm clock, calendar, calculator and entertainment in one. The moment when the battery is nearing depletion can be exciting, even if we are only watching innocent videos of cats on the couch. However, ordinary chargers do not always meet our expectations. One hour of "fast" charging, short cable, that's a lot of drawbacks. With the solution comes modern charging stations, using GaN technology.
Some follow more ambitious popular science content, while others prefer to browse news from the world of celebrities or sports. All phone users, from time to time, need to top up the battery of their device. GaN-based chargers operate faster and more efficiently, using less electricity. They can charge both smartphones and laptops. At the same time, they are characterized by their small, even pocket-sized dimensions, comparing them with the enormous capabilities of the.
What is GaN technology?
GaN is gallium nitride, a a compound of gallium (Ga) and nitrogen (N). It has specific semiconductor properties: it can withstand high temperatures perfectly, and it is also very durable. The compound does not occur naturally in nature. It has to be produced artificially in the laboratory, which is what Polish companies are doing. The process is demanding. The complicated reaction takes tens of minutes to complete, but with details only chemists and physicists will be interested in. The most important aspect is the effect of. Prices of fast chargers are unfortunately a bit higher than traditional ones. However, in this case, the higher price is followed by a much higher performance.
GaN is nothing new. It was used in LEDs as early as the 1990s. On the other hand, at the beginning of the 21st century, the first GaN transistors began to be created. GaN is now widely used in some industries, not only in the super fast charger sector. The union revolutionized lighting. In 2014, three scientists (Japanese Isamu Akasaki, Hiroshi Amano and American Shuji Nakamura) were awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for their invention of a blue LED, taking advantage of the semiconductor properties of GaN. Today, the vast majority of LED bulbs are built from ganium diodes. They are definitely more energy-efficient, and the light does not tire the eyes even in large doses.
Already, researchers from around the world are working m. in. on the use of gallium nitride in the manufacture of electric cars and charging stations. Perhaps in the near future it will allow to increase the range of "electrics" or significantly reduce the time for charging their batteries. Also, the electric cells themselves can be downsized, as has occurred with laptop chargers, of course on an appropriate scale.
Advantages of GaN chargers
GaN mains chargers have several distinctive advantages.
GaN stations are up to three times faster from the conventional ones. So a device with a relatively small size can charge equipment in a much shorter time. An unquestionable plus with this is the power of tens or even hundreds of watts, which allows charging multiple devices at the same time. This also means lower electricity bills at the end of the month.
Another advantage of GaN technology is its safety. Loaders of this type maintain high performance while operating at very low temperatures. Ordinary chargers can get "red hot" and even melt individual components. We are talking here especially about counterfeits of top brands. With fast chargers such problems do not occur.
Due to its small size, GaN mains charger can be taken on vacation or business trip. In hotel rooms or meeting rooms, we often have limited access to outlets, which severely limits the use of essential electronics. It's downright perfect. By the way, a GaN charging station with wiring will take up far less space in a carry-on case.
GaN chargers in practice
How GaN technology translates into the comfort of such a charger?
GaN technology charging stations are very practical. One of the biggest benefits is their compatibility with devices from different manufacturers. Rarely do all household or office workers use equipment of the same brand, which just in this case is not a problem at all. You will charge with them, for example, products from Apple (iPhone, iPad, MacBook), Huawei, Samsung or Xiaomi, i.e. leaders in the electronics industry. The chargers are also compatible with less common equipment, such as humidifiers, purifiers or even drones.
Sometimes the situation requires us to charge several devices at the same time. Then one traditional charger is not enough. For a few we need again a sizable extension cord or many free sockets. The mains charger with several inputs will handle this task perfectly, gathering all the equipment in one place. Charging will be efficient, and at the same time we will avoid unnecessary wiring in our immediate environment. Some people even like perfect order in their home or workplace.
In an era of rising utility costs and the promotion of a green approach to life, a very important feature of charging stations is their energy efficiency. GaN chargers convert electricity with less heat loss. This translates into lower energy consumption and thus lower bills compared to traditional silicon chargers.
Which GaN charger should I choose?
GaN mains charger will provide the greatest charging convenience of all available options. Safety of work, speed of operation and versatility are just some of the advantages we mentioned in the earlier part of the article.
Spacetronik brand offers four models of chargers with GaN technology.
GaN SR100 charging station i gaN SR102 mains charger are the most versatile. Both have four inputs (two USB-A and USB-C ports each), using a maximum power of 65 watts. Model SR100 stands out inbuilt LED display, showing current consumption, which is a cool "fab" for people who care about energy efficiency. Whereas Model SR102 is characterized by an unusual design and white color scheme.
GaN SR101 Charger is the smallest station at the Spacetronik waist. It has three inputs, and variable tips are included for sockets: American, British and, of course, European. It is an ideal choice for travelers. GaN SR103 charging station stand out greatest total maximum power - as much as 140 watts! At the user's disposal remains six USB ports (at three USB-A and USB-C), which positively affects its performance. Of course, in the process, the size of the device increases slightly.
