{"id":1403,"date":"2017-12-11T20:00:39","date_gmt":"2017-12-11T20:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/adventureproof.com\/?page_id=1403"},"modified":"2022-07-09T17:53:38","modified_gmt":"2022-07-09T17:53:38","slug":"1403-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/adventureproof.com\/?page_id=1403","title":{"rendered":"Check that electronics work with foreign grid"},"content":{"rendered":"

With all the time I spend on Facebook, my ancient iPhone hammers through battery like nobody’s business. Keeping it and my other gadgets charged is critical to stay in touch, to plan and document our trips, and to play the white noise that helps the baby sleep!<\/p>\n

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Check the voltage and frequency range of each device<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>
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There are many standards for power plugs and voltages throughout the world, so it’s important to verify what they use where you’re going. You need to check each device against three parameters to ensure compatibility:<\/p>\n

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  1. The voltage (V) of the foreign grid,<\/li>\n
  2. The frequency (Hz) of the foreign grid, and<\/li>\n
  3. The type of socket in use.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>
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    Foreign sockets determine your adapter needs<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n

    A North American device designed to run on 120V may fry on the European 230V grid without a converter. Similarly, some electronics made to run on a frequency of 60Hz may malfunction on 50Hz. The back of the device or the owner’s manual should state both the voltage and the frequency range a device can safely accept. Fortunately, most modern cell phones, laptops and battery chargers will accept the full range, so you’ll likely only need an adapter for the plug.<\/p>\n

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    Check the website\u00a0www.power-plugs-sockets.com<\/a>\u00a0before your trip to verify the parameters of the foreign grid(s) and to find the right style of adapter.<\/p>\n

    Considerations:<\/em><\/p>\n