What does pass-through charging mean?
With pass-through charging, your powerbank receives power and passes power on to another device at the same time. You connect the powerbank to a charger or plug socket. Then, you connect your phone to the powerbank.
This allows your phone and powerbank to charge through one power source. Your phone is charged first, and once it is full, the powerbank continues charging.
A simple example: you are travelling and only have one plug socket next to your bed. With pass-through charging, you can charge your powerbank and keep your phone powered at the same time. That way, both are ready to use again the next morning.
Why is pass-through charging useful?
Pass-through charging is especially useful when you want to charge your powerbank and a device at the same time. For example at home, in the office, in a hotel or on the go.
The main benefits are:
- You can charge your powerbank and device at the same time.
- You only need one plug socket.
- You need to bring fewer chargers with you.
Is pass-through charging safe?
Yes, pass-through charging is safe when you use a powerbank that supports this feature. The powerbank is designed to receive power and pass it on to another device at the same time.
Charging with pass-through charging can sometimes take a little longer, because the power is shared between the powerbank and the connected device. The powerbank may also become slightly warm. This is normal, as the powerbank is charging and supplying power at the same time.
Many phones also have built-in safety settings that help manage charging and temperature. For example, charging may slow down or pause if the phone becomes too warm. This helps protect the device while charging.
Make sure the powerbank is placed freely so it can release heat properly. Do not place it under a pillow, blanket or in direct sunlight while charging. Also, always use a suitable cable and charger. This helps you charge safely, steadily and efficiently with your Zens powerbank.
Do Zens powerbanks support pass-through charging?
Yes. The Powerbank Pro 1 in 5,000 mAh and 10,000 mAh and the Semi Solid State Powerbank in 5,000 mAh and 10,000 mAh support pass-through charging.
This means you can charge the powerbank while powering one device at the same time, such as your smartphone or earbuds. This makes it useful at home, in the office or when you are on the go.
