Short answer: The corporate tech gifts you buy carry spec codes like mAh (battery capacity), PD (fast-charge wattage), Qi (wireless charging standard) and BIS (India's mandatory safety certification). Meru Gifting explains all 12 terms here so you can brief vendors correctly and avoid ordering 500 units that fail compliance.
Updated September 2026.
What does mAh mean on a power bank or gift?
mAh (milliampere-hour) measures how much charge a battery stores. A 5,000 mAh power bank gives most phones roughly one full charge; 10,000 mAh gives two. For corporate gifting, 5,000–10,000 mAh sits in the ₹500–₹1,500 per-person band and is the most-ordered range because it clears carry-on security screening (most airlines cap spare batteries at 100 Wh, roughly 27,000 mAh at 3.7V) and fits standard diary-and-charger combo sets. Ask your vendor for the cell brand (A-grade lithium-polymer cells last longer through repeated office use) rather than trusting the printed number alone — unbranded cells are sometimes overstated.
What is PD (Power Delivery) and why does it matter for a bulk order?
PD is a fast-charging protocol that lets a compatible charger and cable negotiate higher wattage — commonly 18W, 20W or 30W — so a phone reaches 50% charge in about 30 minutes instead of 90. If your gift includes a wall charger, wireless charger or power bank, specify PD 20W as the floor for 2026; anything lower feels outdated to recipients used to fast charging on their personal devices. Our Desk Lamp with Wireless Charger, Speaker and Clock (₹1,650) and Bamboo Wireless Charger with Cable Organiser (₹750) both support the Qi standard described below, which is separate from PD.
What is Qi and does every wireless charger use it?
Qi (pronounced "chee") is the open wireless-charging standard that lets a phone sit on a charging pad without a cable. Almost every wireless-charging gift on the market, including ours, is Qi-certified — but the output still varies (5W to 15W), and a 5W pad can feel painfully slow on a modern phone. When you brief a vendor, ask for the wattage, not just "wireless charging," to avoid 500 units that technically work but frustrate recipients.
What is BIS certification and is it mandatory for tech gifts in India?
BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) certification is mandatory under India's Compulsory Registration Scheme for power banks, chargers, adapters and several other electronics categories sold or gifted in India. A gift without BIS-registered components is a compliance risk for your procurement team, not just a quality one. Meru Gifting sources BIS-compliant power banks, chargers and adapters as standard — ask for the BIS registration number on your PO if your company's audit process requires it on file.
Bamboo Wireless Charger with Cable Organiser₹750 · MOQ 50 branded
Desk Lamp with Wireless Charger, Speaker and Clock₹1,650 · MOQ 50 branded
Universal Travel Plug Adapter₹1,050 · MOQ 50 branded
Bamboo Round Bluetooth Speaker₹650 · MOQ 50 branded
Marble-Panel Power Bank & Notebook Tech Gift Set₹1,000 · MOQ 50 branded
Digital Clock with Wireless Charger₹1,500 · MOQ 50 branded
What does IP rating mean, and do office gifts need one?
IP (Ingress Protection) ratings like IP54 or IP67 describe resistance to dust and water — the first digit is dust, the second is liquid. For desk gifts like speakers, clocks and power banks, IP54 (splash resistant) is a reasonable ask; it is not usually a deal-breaker for indoor office use, but it becomes relevant for outdoor-event goodie bags or field-team kits. Don't over-specify: paying for an IP67 rating on a desk clock that never leaves an air-conditioned office adds cost without recipient-facing benefit.
What is the difference between USB-C, USB-A and Type-C in a spec sheet?
Type-C and USB-C refer to the same connector shape — the small, reversible port now standard on most laptops and Android phones; USB-A is the older rectangular port still found on many chargers and power banks for backward compatibility. For 2026 orders, ask for at least one USB-C output on any charging gift, since most new devices no longer ship with USB-A cables in the box.
Do BIS and Qi certifications add cost to a bulk order?
Certified components typically cost 8–15% more per unit, usually absorbed within our standard ₹500–₹1,500 band since we source at scale. Skipping certification risks a customs hold or an audit flag later, not just a quality complaint. For orders above 200 units, ask for BIS registration numbers upfront; we provide them with the GST invoice.
What MOQ and turnaround apply to branded tech gifts?
Branded electronics carry the standard MOQ of 50 pieces, with a free mock-up of your logo before we run the bulk batch. Turnaround is typically 7–15 working days from mock-up approval, longer for bespoke tooling. For Diwali-season orders, place your PO 4–6 weeks ahead — tech is one of our busiest categories.
Frequently asked questions
Is a higher mAh always better for a power bank gift?
Not necessarily. Above 20,000 mAh, power banks get heavy and bulky for a desk or bag gift, and very high capacities can trigger stricter airline carry-on rules. 5,000–10,000 mAh covers most recipient needs.
Can Meru Gifting provide BIS certificates for our compliance file?
Yes. We share BIS registration numbers and GST invoices for certified electronics as part of standard order documentation — ask your account contact when you place the PO.
What is the minimum order for a branded power bank or charger?
MOQ is 50 pieces for branded electronics, with a free mock-up before the full batch runs.
Do wireless chargers work with every phone?
Any Qi-certified phone charges wirelessly. Most phones from 2019 onward support Qi; a small number of budget Android models do not, so ask your HR team to confirm before ordering purely wireless-charging gifts for the whole company.
How fast is PD 20W charging compared to a standard charger?
PD 20W typically reaches around 50% charge in 30 minutes on a compatible phone, roughly twice the speed of a standard 10W charger.
Briefing a tech gift order?
Send us your headcount and budget on WhatsApp — we'll recommend certified, in-budget options with a free mock-up before you commit to 50+ pieces.
