(OK, I know you are going to ignore my advice and use your devices with polarized plugs in Europe anyway, but, the polarized plug, when used on American supply systems, prevents an internal short from turning on the device. However, French or Italian power is not "distinctly" polarized, so devices with polarizing plugs should not be used there. (2) Rick Steves Best of Europe (3) European Travel Plug. We also have the Universal Adapter that works for the UK Adapts US two-prong plugs for use in the UK Youll want this one for Ireland, too Not a voltage. A two pin, Europlug adapter would not be suitable for, example, hair dryers, which are generally over 1500W.Īlso, if the device has a polarizing plug, a US plug with one blade wider than the other, UL requires that plug configuration for an important safety consideration, so that it only accepts power that is polarized. (1) European Travel Plug Adapter, TESSAN International Power Plug with 2 USB, Type C Outlet Adaptor. Home / Shop / Accessories / Handy Extras Great Britain Electrical Adapter Share 3. However, if you are using higher amperage devices, you should know that the two round pin configuration is limited by codes to 2½ amps, max.
They will probably accept more than 240V, but I know of no system with supply voltage higher than 240 (now that western Australia no longer uses 250V). USB charges are always (or almost always) double insulated devices (not requiring a ground) with non-polarizing plugs and can accept multiple voltages from 100VAC to 240VAC. If all you are going to use is a usb "charger" (it's actually a voltage converter, 100-250VAC, 50-60 Hz to 5VDC), then the RS "Continental Europe electrical adapter" should work well. You don't need a voltage converter if your device is "dual voltage" (accepts one of two voltages, like 115V/230V, usually with an electrical switch to select the input voltage) or "mult-voltage" (the device will have something like "Input: 100-240VAC, 50-60Hz" printed on it. The Austrian ambassador Mercys appeal to a higher power for. If the device you are going to use with the adapter only accepts ~120V (US supply power), you will need a voltage converter, not just an adapter. Check the voltage of the country you are visiting, if it is higher than the USA 110 volts, you will need a converter for single voltage appliances to ensure. Former High-Ranking CPD Leader, to Serve as Interim Top Cop. The very first question when asking about plug adapters is, "what are you plugging in?" I'm surprised (disappointed) no one asked that very basic question. With Rick Steves Best of Europe 2008, travelers can experience the best of everything Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Great Britain, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, and Switzerland have to offer - economically and hassle-free.
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