17-05-2025
New powerbanks with safer and longer-lasting battery technology
Australian consumer tech brand Laser has released a range of new Chargecore powerbanks with LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate) battery technology which is safer, lasts longer, and outperforms traditional lithium-ion batteries.
The company says the new SafeCharge Max range lasts on average five times longer than standard lithium-ion powerbanks, reducing both cost and electronic waste over time. They are available in three sizes: 20,000mAh, 10,000mAh, and 5000mAh, and come in a variety of colours.
LiFePO4 battery technology outperforms traditional lithium-ion batteries in several ways. It is engineered to be more resilient even in extreme temperatures, and it is thermally stable and non-combustible, which eliminate risks of overheating, fire, and explosion.
It also offers consistent power output, ensuring devices charge faster and more reliably, without the performance drop-off seen in other batteries. LiFePO4 batteries are also a safer choice for the environment because they contain no cobalt, nickel, or lead, and are fully recyclable at the end of their life cycle.
Key features at a glance
Temperature resilience: Performs better in temperature extremes compared with lithium-ion.
Recyclable: Uses phosphate instead of less recyclable metal oxides.
Non-toxic: No toxic cobalt, nickel, or lead.
Lighter: 70 per cent lighter than lead acid, and 30 per cent lighter than lithium-ion.
More charge cycles: Up to 5000 charge cycles.
Safer: Will not explode if dropped or punctured.
Long lasting: Five times longer than lithium-ion.
Fast-charging: 85 per cent in less than 90 minutes.
The Chargecore SafeCharge Max range is available from retailers such as Harvey Norman, JB Hi-Fi, Officeworks and Big W, as well as from
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Prices range from $29.95 for the 5000mAh model, to $49.95 for the 10,000mAh, and $69.95 for the 20,000mAh.
