On 7/22/2010 12:52 PM, Rogério Brito wrote:
110-120V. Your adapter should be able to tolerate voltages 110-240. Check the INPUT value on the back of any power adapter you will be using, it must be written in tiny little letters on all electrical devices. If it says "220-240 only" then you will need a voltage-converter or a new adapter. You can find voltage-converters for devices working in small power watts (up to 300 I'd say, which can recharge your automatic tooth brush but certainly won't run an iron or a hair dryer) in almost all drug stores in the US for something between $15-$40 and they can be heavy or bulky to bring from overseas.Hi. I am resending this (with another question appended at the end) because I think that my messages are not getting through. On Jul 22 2010, Rogério Brito wrote: If you see INPUT 110-240 and do not need the voltage-thingy all you need is a plug converter (or plug adapters some call it) and your device will work fine but you will experience much shorter battery times, which sucks but, well, give some take some. All power outlets are in type B, type A is only used in some power extension cords. The plug that fits type B outlet is grounded. Type A plug would fit in type B and work with no problems as well; i.e even if the plug doesn't have the third pin it works in type B. It is very likely that the electrical items you will need to plug in won't have Europe grounded male plugs. If your power plug is grounded you need something like this: http://www.110220volts.com/UK-Schuko.html If your power plug is ungrounded something like this will suffice http://www.110220volts.com/MF7.html I only included these links because the pictures were nice. I am not suggesting you buy them online or anything like that. Try a local store first, they are much less expansive if you buy them before you leave (usually are sold for less than 10 cents each thanks to Chinese manufacturers). And while you're at it you might want to get a spare one; it's likely that someone will barrow yours and never bring it back. Bon voyage! PS: If your device says the input value must be 220-240V only please do not use them with a plug-adapter without a voltage-converter. You might easily set the dorms on fire. maya-- |
