How to Buy Power Plug Adapters for Your Travels

1. How to Buy Power Plug Adapters  for Your Travels    When you are planning for travel, electronic gadgets need a                     proper planning as well. And when doing so, it is important to                         stock up right power plug adapters in order to save power.                       And there are almost 12 types of power sockets in-use                     universally. Because of this, users tends it get confused while                     selecting the power plug adapters.    To get over this issue, here are six tips to help you buying the                             right one:  Only Modifies Plugs, Not Voltages  When you are buying power plug adapter, make sure it                     converts the layout of the pins on your charger or appliance,                       not the voltage coming from the power socket. It is important                       1​​

2. to consider this as in American, Caribbean and other                   countries, the main voltage is 220-240 volts. So, if your gear                       can not handle the voltage change, end result would harm the                       device. As most portable electronics have a small sticker with                     the voltage range they can handle. if it doesn’t go up to 240                           volts, it is time for you to take a voltage converter.    ​Note: If you are travelling to Europe, consider buying special             european plug adapters ​which not only converts the layout but the voltage as well. This is because most of the european             appliances run on high-voltage.                                                2​

3. Size Matters  There are many shapes and sizes of ​power plug adapters​. Starting from small and simple single-region adapters to larger                                       versions that engulf most of countries. While you choose the                     convenient devices for your travel, its extra size may cause                     hurdles. Firstly, they might fall out of socket, if there is any                         weight on them. Secondly, their width might block the socket                     beside them. Hence, it is wise to choose the smallest adapter,                       or may be a set of adapters. Single region ones are cheaper as                           well.        3​

4. Consider Three Pins Plugs  It is common among some adapters that they have sockets                     only for two-pin North American Plugs. But if you use a                       MacBook, power strip, or other devices with round pin, it                     won’t fit in that kind of adapter. Before buying an adapter,                       make sure that you decide what you intend to plug in. Or may                           be simply buy a three-pin version by avoiding the problem.    Consider Buying It From Official Stores  Sometimes we do not prioritize the criticality of travel                   essentials. And because of that, we end up forgetting adapters                     and buying them from airports. Airports are one of the most                       expensive places to buy travel accessories, food, drinks,                 internet access and almost everything else. Hence, it is wise to                       plan your travel in advance and buy travel adapters from                     official stores. Not only for cost management but also for                     better product. At stores, you would have options of exact                     products you need with a chance to test them.  4​

5. Keep Single Product  If you are planning to travel with family, friends carrying a                       bunch of gadgets and appliances, buying individual adapters                 could be an expensive choice. Instead of that, you could but a                         travel power strip which serves the purpose.      5​

6. If it is not necessary to convert their voltages, you can plug all                           of your chargers into the power strip, that strip into the travel                         adapter into the switchboard. This approach would help you                   save money, some extra space in your bag, and scarcity of                       having power sockets while travelling.    You Could Consider USB Travel  There are several companies who make compact two to four         socket ​USB travel adapters which will let you charge multiple devices from the same wall socket. It is only if your electronics                                                         can charge via USB.    There are other products which have clip-on plugs which lets                     you use them in a number of countries. You could simply                       charge phones, tablets, kindles, portable batteries, and other                 electronic devices as well.      6​

7. Extra Tip  Before ​buying a power plug adapter for your use, it is important to check the adapter’s maximum power output for                                         individual sockets and the adapter as well. And iPads and                     recent smartphones need more juice than older phones and                   devices. That’s why look for 2.4 amps from each socket if you                         wish to plan to plug high powered gadgets.    Planning your travel? Here’s how you can ​select the right kind of power plug adapter​ for your device.                           If you found this blog post useful, here are some other blog posts                           that may be of interest.    Power Plug Adapters You Must Carry While Travelling!  Essentials About Power Plug Adapters  Tips to Choose a Good Power Adapter for your Laptop  Know the Plugs that Power Your Laptops  7​