Going to Italy; what would be the best way to convert Italian style electrical outlets to US style. Thanx.?

Question

I've seen converters that seem like they'll do, well, something, but there a lot of info about voltages, and 50 and 60 cycles, and stuff. I am not sure how to make since of it. Is there a simple answer? Thank you all very much!

Answer 1

travel adapters!

Answer 2

Electricity in Italy is 220 volts, 50 cycles alternating current (AC). For comparison, in the United States it is 110 volts, 60 cycle AC current.

If you plan on using your own 110-volt appliances, you will need a voltage converter, unless your appliance is designed to also work with 220 volts electricity (dual voltage). For example, most laptops and some electric shavers are designed to work both at 110 and 220 volts.  Plugging in an appliance that is not designed to run on 220 volts electricity without using voltage converter will most likely kill it.

Voltage converters might not be always easy to find in Italy, and definitely, you don't want to bother with looking for one while you should be sightseeing or relaxing.  If you think you will need one, it is a good idea to get it before you leave home .

Good Luck

Answer 3

Get the travel convertr asap and quit worrying

Answer 4

Go to magellans.com or travelsmith.com.  They'll walk you through what you need.  Or go to Ace - they have a supply of plug adaptors & converters.  Remember - from the outlet out, its Plug adapter, Converter, Appliance.  Have fun!

Answer 5

There is a difference between a converter, an adaptor and a transformer. For most electrical items all you need is a transformer. You do not need to worry about converting cycles to charge you camera or cell phone. Many items such as lap tops already have a built in transformer so all you need is an adaptor so that you can plug the appliance in the wall. You would only really need a convertor for things that have "revolutions" such as a record player or a hair dryer. Even then, in the case of the hair dryer, the thing would still work, the fan would turn more slowly making the dryer blow slower.