18 ELECTRIC.IE • The Magazine & Website for the Irish Electrical Industry • Luceco Choosing the right fast charging technology Something for contractors to consider is the longevity of any solution they install. Charging technology rapidly evolves and USB Type-C is fast becoming the charging preference of the future. It is already being used in many of the latest mobile devices, tablets and laptops. There are several factors driving this. Not only does it carry more power so it can charge larger devices such as laptops, as well as smart phones, it offers a faster transfer speed enabling quicker charging. USB Type-C is also reversible, so it inserts into the socket both ways. Furthermore, it is the international standard, eliminating the need for travel adaptors. The market has responded quickly to this changing preference and a number of solutions to meet this demand are readily available. Paving the way, BG Electrical has developed a market-leading solution with its 30W Type C USB wall socket, the most powerful of its kind. This latest innovation is the only true fast charging wall socket with integrated fast charge ports for both USB-C and USB-A. Delivering true, fast charging of mobile phones, small laptops and tablets, BG Electricals superior solution can deliver a 50% charge¹ in just 30 minutes – 70% faster² than standard 5W charging. In addition, the integrated smart charging automatically switches the socket to standby mode once the device is fully charged, thus eliminating any potential damage caused by overcharging. Despite the higher power output, it easily fits into a 25mm back box and includes inline angled, colour coded terminals to aid installation. The changing world may mean we have to adapt quickly, but for contractors that do, there is a wealth of opportunity out there to create additional revenue, while helping residential and commercial clients alike. To find out more visit: www.bg-type-c.uk
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