What is GaN and what are its benefits?

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Wat is GaN en wat zijn de voordelen?

Nowadays, everyone wants to charge their devices as quickly and efficiently as possible. Think of your smartphone, laptop or tablet. Traditional chargers are increasingly being replaced by new technology. One of those technologies is GaN. This technology ensures that chargers are smaller, more powerful and more energy-efficient. In this blog you can read more about what GaN exactly is and what the advantages are.

What is GaN?

GaN is an abbreviation of the material Gallium Nitride. This is a special type of material that conducts electricity better than the older material silicon, which was a standard in chargers and other electronics for years.

Originally, GaN was mainly used in LED lamps and radars, for example, but nowadays it is increasingly seen in other electronics such as chargers and power banks.

What does GaN do in a charger or power bank?

A charger converts power from the wall socket into the right current for the device. Until recently, this was done using silicon transistors, but with the arrival of Gan and thus GaN chargers, GaN transistors are becoming more standard. These GaN transistors are faster and take up less space. GaN is often used to develop the smallest and most powerful chargers and power banks.

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What are the benefits of GaN chargers and power banks?

  • Smaller and lighter: a GaN charger often fits easily in a handbag or pocket and is ideal for traveling or on the go. This is because GaN is just as, if not more powerful despite its smaller size.
  • Faster Charging: Because GaN can deliver more power, your devices charge faster.
  • Less heat: GaN transistors are more efficient. As a result, they waste less energy in the form of heat. This not only means better power consumption, but also that it is much safer and better for the lifespan of your devices. Simply put: your charger or power bank will become less hot.
  • Future-proof: more and more devices require higher charging capacities. Think of laptops or if you want to charge multiple devices at the same time via USB-C.

Why is GaN increasingly used in chargers and power banks?

The technology in our devices is developing rapidly. People want compact, powerful and safe charging options. GaN makes this possible. Due to the high efficiency, you use less energy and your charger lasts longer. Your devices also charge faster.

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