A power bank helps to charge devices in absence of any power source. It is a very handy and useful tool which acts as a life saver in situations where the power sockets are not in proximity or there is any sort of power cut.
A power bank of minimum 10,000 mAh and 5 volts is preferred in the ATL lab.
How to use
To use a power bank, just connect a USB connector to the charging port of the power bank and the other end to the device that needs to be powered. To a power bank, use a DC power adapter with a USB cable and connect it with the input port of the power bank.
Common Applications
1. For charging devices such as mobile phones.
2. Powering Raspberry Pi , Arduino boards and other projects
Safety Measures to follow
1. Don’t overcharge the powerbank
2. Don’t try to charge it with undefined ways.
3. Power banks are electronic devices, and therefore they do not like water, or even moisture. One key piece of advice when using power banks is to keep them dry at all times.
Important Links
1. How does a power bank works (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDUcFLRWT38)
YouTube Video
