It need not be said that life without a mobile phone is impossible today. Everyone has one and it is almost an inseparable companion for all of us. People are using their cell phones for more and more activities and this drains the battery very quickly. If you want to get the best out of your mobile phone batteries, you must use the right charger. Charging the battery using the wrong charger can lead to a lot of problems. Using the charger that comes with your phone is the best. But sometimes people lose it and are forced to buy other chargers from the market.
The common problems that people face when using the wrong charger are known to all. The first problem is that your cell phone batteries don’t get charged as fast as they used to. Another problem that many people face is that the charger becomes too hot. Some chargers get damaged within a short time. Sometimes it is the battery that gets damaged very soon. All these happen because you have not purchased the right battery charger.
Input and Output Voltage Rating
This is something you must check when you buy your cell phone charger. You must check the input voltage rating on your charger. In some chargers the rating is 240V. In certain others, it is 200 – 240 V and in still others, it is 100 – 240 V. If the power in your house fluctuates a lot, then it is better to go for the last one because it can charge in larger voltage range. Another advantage is that if you are traveling a lot and visiting countries like the US where the voltage is 120 V, then this charger can be used there too.
The output voltage rating is fairly easy to choose. Most of the chargers and mobile phones support 5 V and this is commonly available. However, it is better to check your phone and see if the voltage is 5 V. Buying a charger of lower voltage output will result in slower charging. If you buy a charger with a higher voltage output, it could damage your cell phone battery.
Choosing The Correct Current Output Rating
While you mustn’t choose a charger with a higher voltage output than what your device supports, it is better to choose a charger with a higher current output rating. If your device supports 5V-1A, you can choose a 5V-2A charger. It will help to charge your phones much faster. It will not damage your cell phone battery in any manner. Selecting a charger with lover current output rating can slow down charging and heat your charger.
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