Apr 30, 2017

We've Got the Power of mAh

What’s the Deal with mAh?

MPH, MPG, MPS—the world is full of acronyms. But today I want to talk to you about the coolest acronym you might have never heard! If you’ve ever used a battery-powered product, you’re already familiar with this three-lettered wonder. Here at The Icebox, we’re all about the mAh, and once I break it down for you, you will be too.

mAh stands for milliampere hour. Now, I know this sounds like a lot of science-y mumbo jumbo, but bear with me—mAh has a lot of important implications! mAh is a unit of electric charge and is often associated with measuring the power capacity of rechargeable batteries. Understanding the mAh of a battery helps you understand how long the battery will be able to run your device without recharging, depending on the amount of power the device requires. The higher the mAh, the longer the battery will last, compared to a battery with a lower mAh running the same device.

So why does this matter? Well, now more than ever, we’re on the go with our mobile devices. Who has time to be tied down to a wall outlet or a cigarette lighter? Not this penguin! Power banks are a great way to cater to your customers’ on-the-go lifestyles and help them remember your brand every time they need some extra juice for their devices!

Now that you’ve got the 4-11 on mAh, you can evaluate the charging efficiency of these banks. Here are a few of my favorite power banks to keep you charged up and ready for action.

Cherokee 5,000 mAh Power Bank

The Cherokee Power Bank is made from natural bamboo material personalized to your brand. This battery backup packs a 5,000 mAh Grade-A Lithium Polymer battery with a dual output, perfect for charging smartphones with both USB and Micro USB connection cables. Don’t let the organic look of this power bank fool you. It packs a major punch!

10,000 mAh Stylish Metal Powerbook

This stylish and sleek power bank is perfect for the jetsetter who doesn’t have the space to worry about multiple charging cords. This 10,000 mAh powerbank can be charged with both Micro USB and Lightning tips. Go ahead and leave all the extra cords behind, this one's got you covered!

Tomax Power Bank

Looking for a lighter version of the previous bank? It’s your lucky day! This 5000 mAh version offers the same compact package in a smaller capacity.

6,000 mAh Round Power Bank

If you’re convinced it’s not hip to be square, take this round power bank for a spin! The disc shape slides easily into your bag for easy charging on the go.


To stay cool, you’ve got to stay charged. We here at The Icebox have all the high-mAh gear you need to help your customers stay connected on the go. Contact our team of Creative Experts today to learn how we can take your giveaway to the next level with swag that excites.