The Indian government has recently issued quality standards for USB Type-C Chargers. This is a move that will help consumers get a consistent charging experience across devices and meet the country’s goal of reducing e-waste.
The Indian standard is based on the existing international standard IEC 62680-1- 3:2022 and it provides requirements for USB Type C port, plug, and cables for use in various electronic devices. These standards will provide common charging solutions for smartphones and other electronic devices sold in India.
1. Reliability
In order to make sure that USB Type-C Chargers are reliable, the Government of India has issued quality standards. These standards ensure that USB Type-C cables and connectors are compatible with a wide range of devices and meet set performance specifications, giving users a consistent charging experience.
This is important because consumers often have several devices, some of which use a different type of charger. This can lead to a number of issues.
One issue is the amount of power that a device receives when charging. This can cause problems if the device requires more power than what the cable is capable of delivering.
To prevent this from happening, the USB-IF has increased the upper voltage limit for USB Type-C to 5.5 V. This is a higher limit than what USB 2.0 allows and it helps combat the issue of voltage droop at high currents. This is another reason why USB Type-C is a popular choice among tech enthusiasts.
2. Safety
The USB-C port is a new way to connect computers and smartphones. It’s fast, reversible and versatile.
But the new standard also opens up new risks. The connector pin pitch is tighter than the 2.5-mm pitch of USB Type-A, which could allow resistive faults that can damage both cables and devices.
These resistive faults can cause dangerous temperature rises while increasing current only minimally.
This is a significant safety hazard because it can destroy the charger, cable or device being charged.
To mitigate this risk, the USB-IF (USB Implementers Forum) has developed a program called E-Mark that electronically tags USB-C chargers with their power rating and data transfer rate. This will help prevent 100W of power from being pushed down a cable that can’t handle it.
3. Functionality
The government has issued quality standards for USB Type-C Chargers, which will help reduce e-waste and ensure the consistent functioning of electronic devices. These standards have been published by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and are expected to provide uniform charging options for smartphones and other electronic devices sold in India.
The USB Type-C standard has a reversible connector, enabling it to be used in a wide range of products. It also features high data transfer speeds and up to 100 W power flow.
However, these specifications are not sufficient for all devices and some of them require additional specifications such as USB PD, which enables more flexible power delivery. It can also negotiate for incremental power delivery levels, which can be useful for charging batteries.
USB PD can add complexity and cost to designs, so it should be used only when the USB Type-C port needs to support power above 5 V at 3 amps. Using a non-conforming power supply in this case may result in equipment damage.
4. Cost
Most modern devices come with a USB-C connection, which means that you don’t have to carry around multiple cables or chargers for each device. This is a huge time and space saver for people who like to travel frequently.
These new cables are reversible, meaning you can plug them in either way for maximum convenience. These cables can also charge your devices quickly.
In addition, many of these devices are rated to deliver more power than previous USB adapters. That is thanks to a new material called gallium nitride, or GaN, which enables these devices to be built in much smaller sizes.
For most chargers, the power output is measured in watts. The chargers range from small one-inch cubes that promise 18W to larger devices that are rated at 30-45W or 60W.