What adapter do I need for Europe?

The plug shapes and power voltage is different between America and European countries. America uses type-A/B plugs, while most European countries use Type-C plugs (Type-C also fits into Type E, F, H, J, K, L, N sockets that replace the Type C socket in some countries like Italy, Denmark, Switzerland etc.).



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It isn't just the voltage that's different in Europe. The wall outlets and sockets are also shaped differently, and can't accommodate American AC wall adapters or chargers without the right kind of adapter. For travel to Europe, you can find superior quality adapters for 110-to-220V at very reasonable prices.

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?America to Europe Travel Adapter?The JARVANIA international plug adapter with Type-C plugs can be used in most European countries except UK/ British/ Ireland/ Scotland. It's a must have when you travel to Germany, Italy, Greece, Iceland, Finland, France, Spain, Denmark and more.

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Plug type C is the plug which has two round pins and plug type F is the plug which has two round pins with two earth clips on the side. Germany operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.

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European Voltage is usually 220, and the US is 110. So things without a transformer need a converter. You DO need an adapter to plug things in (unless the hotel has some universal plugs, which the Park Hyatt does, I believe have). DO NOT EXPECT YOUR HAIRDRYER, CURLING IRONS or other devices to work in Europe.

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In most cases, Yes. Appliances in the United States typically use anywhere between 110 and 130 volts of alternating current (AC). A majority of the world's countries, however, use 220 – 240 volts. If your appliance can only run on 110 – 130 volts, you will need to use a converter.

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Converters convert VOLTAGE. If your equipment has a transformer, as all Smart Phones, Computers, and tablets have, you don't need a converter - the voltage is converted by the transformer. European Voltage is usually 220, and the US is 110. So things without a transformer need a converter.

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The most common wall sockets in Italy are the EU standard plug type C, F but you may also find type L. Frequent travellers often have an all-in-one adapter that works all around the world, this would be suitable for all Italian wall socket types.

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The Type C plug (also called the Europlug) has two round pins. The pins are 4 to 4.8 mm wide with centers that are spaced 19 mm apart; the plug fits any socket that conforms to these dimensions. It also fits into Type E, F, J, K or N sockets that often replace the Type C socket.

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