OEM wireless chargers: the process, the timeline and what drives the cost
From first message to sealed carton in about five to six weeks. Here is each step, and the choices that change your unit price.
OEM means putting your brand on an existing, already-tooled model. ODM means developing a new product with us. Most brands start with OEM because there is no tooling cost and the first order can ship in about a month.
The three steps
- Spec and proposal (about 3 working days): send a reference photo, a model number or a market requirement. You get a costed proposal and, for new designs, a 3D render and a tooling schedule.
- Samples and certification (7–10 days): functional samples with your logo, colour and packaging. Qi, FCC and CE reports can be issued against the approved sample.
- Mass production (25–30 days): from 500 pcs per model and colour, with AQL 2.5 inspection, a carton drop test and a photo report before shipment.
What changes the unit price
| Factor | Lower cost | Higher cost |
|---|---|---|
| Charging tier | 15W Qi (P / S build) | Qi2 25W (Q build) |
| Cooling | Passive | Fan or TEC cooler |
| Housing | Plastic | Aluminium, metallic paint, plating |
| Logo | Silk-screen | Laser or UV print on metal |
| Packaging | Standard box | Custom printed gift box |
| Certificates | Our reports | Reports in your company name |
How to keep cost under control
- Choose a model offered in Q, P and S builds: you can sell 25W and 15W versions without paying for a second mould.
- Keep colours to what you will actually reorder; the MOQ applies per colour.
- Lock packaging artwork before samples, not after.
Private-mould ODM projects start at 3,000 pcs. A new housing takes 15–20 days to tool.
What to send in your first message
- A model number or a reference photo.
- Quantity per colour.
- Target market, which decides the plug type and certificates.
- Your logo file (AI or SVG) and a packaging idea.
- Your target retail price.
Logo options compared
| Method | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Silk-screen | Plastic housings, 1–2 colours | Lowest cost |
| Laser engraving | Aluminium and metal parts | Permanent, single tone |
| UV printing | Full-colour logos | Works well on painted surfaces |
| Moulded logo | ODM and high volumes | Built into the tooling |
Start with a tooled model such as the foldable Q28-A, read how we run OEM and ODM projects, or send your brief through the contact page.
Frequently asked questions
What is the MOQ for custom logo wireless chargers?
500 pcs per model and colour.
How long does a custom logo sample take?
7–10 days after the artwork is confirmed.
Can certificates be issued in our company name?
Yes. Qi, FCC and CE reports can be issued in your company name; this adds cost and time, which we quote up front.
Who owns the mould on an ODM project?
Mould ownership is agreed in writing before tooling starts.
