What type of adapter do I need for Europe?

For Europe the associated travel adaptor is type C, which is the plug which has two round pins.

What is a Europlug adapter?

A small adapter allows American-style plugs (two flat prongs) to fit into British or Irish outlets (which take three rectangular prongs) or continental European outlets (which take two round prongs). Adapters are inexpensive — bring a handful.

Do I need a converter and adapter for Europe?

Luckily, many travel gadgets (such as laptops or phone chargers) are multi or dual voltage, so you will only need a travel adapter. If your device is single voltage (e.g. “INPUT: 120V”) and you are in Europe where the mains voltage is 230 V, you will need to step down the voltage. Enter the converter or transformer.

Does all of Europe use the same plugs?

All of Europe operates on the same 2 round pronged outlets except for the UK and Ireland that operates on its own unique 3 flat rectangle pronged outlets. If you are travelling through the UK or Ireland (including London) you will need a UK and Ireland power point adapter.

Will my electronics work in Europe?

Newer appliances widely sold in the U.S. are dual voltage, meaning they will automatically switch between voltages when plugged in. Some may be marked with 110V-220V, which means they’ll work fine in Europe but may need to be manually adjusted. This requires nothing more than a flick of the appliance’s toggle.

What does a european plug socket look like?

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.

What does a European plug look like?

The type of plug you know best is the type C or sometimes called “Euro-plug”. This is the one used mainly in Spain and in most countries in Europe. Type C consists of two round parallel pins while the wall plug has two holes where it is connected.

Do EU plugs work in UK?

You can use an EU conversion plug, which have several benefits. However, before using a conversion plug you should: Always check that the type of conversion plug you use is suitable for the EU plug. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions when fitting a conversion plug.

How do I charge my phone in Europe?

Do I need a converter for my phone in Europe? A majority of modern cell phones are charged using a USB cable, therefore all that will be required is a low cost USB charger which is compatible with the local power supply and fits the correct outlet type.

How do I convert American electronics to Europe?

Fortunately, most modern electrical devices like phone chargers and digital camera chargers work on a range of voltages. This means you can simply take your device, with the proper plug adapter, and just plug it in wherever you’re going in Europe.