I tried to search in the forum and didn't see any information about this kind of International Power Converter, i believe many people here have it, does it really works well in all countries US EU UK AU CN? any special thing i should pay attention to? is it safe if i charge the dual USB ports together? we only went abroad once before and we didn't use universal adapter, still a little bit concerned though the review looks great.
Or could you recommend some brand you are using now? thanks.
It appears to have plugs for all the countries it lists, but:
If you look at one of the pictures, it says: "AC-AC of no voltage conversion, no grounding"
Adaptors for the UK should be certified to meet BS 8546:2016. There is no indication this one does.
So, just in case this is new to you, it means you can plug in anything (in Europe) that says 110-240V (or similar) on it's power source. That is 98% of all computers and phone chargers these days.
It does NOT include (except for a few rare exceptions that state the above 110-240V or 220V) things like hair dryers, hair curlers, irons, razors, etc.
I would be "worried" about its "WARRY-FREE GUARANTEE".
These "all-in-one" products seem like rather a goofy and expensive solution to a simple problem. While this model does include a couple of USB charging ports, that's not really necessary since the Chargers of most electronic devices these days are designed for multi-voltage operation. However, it's always a good idea to verify that on devices you'll be travellling with, by checking the Input Voltage spec's on each charger.
The product does indicate a few pertinent points on the side, but not everyone may read those.....
The CE labelling doesn't appear to be legitimate according to this chart, but it's hard to tell.
Rather than spending $20 for a product like this, it would be easier and simpler just to buy a couple of $5 Plug Adaptors.
Well, technically, it is a voltage converter, because it has USB ports. It converts 120V-240V AC to 5 VDC for USB.
But it doesn't convert AC voltages. It never actually says that it does, but the use of the term "power converter" in the title is misleading. It is only a multi-country plug adapter and a USB charger combined.
"it will automatically power off when the current is greater than 6.3A". "Power off" meaning it blows it's (replaceable) fuse. With a nongrounding two pin Europlug, it is limited on the continent by codes to applications drawing 2.5A or less.
"Passing CE and FCC certification." Bullgravy. You don't pass CE certification. CE doesn't do any testing itself. CE is a self-certification, and CE never looks at your work unless there is a problem. And I think FCC certification is only that it doesn't produce any RFI and accepts any outside interference. Hardly an issue here.
"the LED light will indicate if the power source is grounded". Since there are no grounding pins on any of the plugs, it wouldn't matter if the power source was grounded, nor would it be possible to test the ground.
I no longer have any device that don't charge on 5VDC, so something like this is all I need.
sounds like a lot of useless marketing hype for a nearly useless and apparently unsafe (at least in the UK) product.
What a load of rubbish.
In addition to
WARRY-FREE GUARANTEE
what really sets me up is that it also
Wows Side-by-Side Support with full knowledge and community, when you need, we rush to you
What in the blue blazes do you think that that gets you? What is Side-by-Side Support? They fly to your side like the wicked witch's winged monkeys in Wizard of Oz? Then give you support? For a $20 product? Yup, they have full knowledge and community, when you need them they rush to you. LOAD of tripe!
Can you really believe anything else that they write?
Sorry for the rant. Rant finished.
And Amazon lets them write that codswallop?
Taking one multi charger can be a good idea rather than packing each individual item's charger. It takes up less space.
However, before we can give you suggestions on chargers, Please tell us what you need to charge.
Thanks very much for those kind answers. I have read the description very carefully again and yes, it's not a voltage converter, so i will not use it for hair dryers, hair curlers, thanks for your reminding.
Hi Frank II, we have three cellphones, iphone 6s P, 7s P, an Android phone. In addition, a Nikon camera and laptop. Could you tell me what would be the best choice? Thank you.
lynn,
You could use a product like this, along with appropriate Plug Adaptors.....
Just take the charging cords for each phone, and connect them to the above device.
I suspect the Nikon Camera and Laptop have proprietary chargers, and may not be compatible with USB. You'll have to verify that those devices are designed for operation from 100--240VAC electrical systems. Look for a label on the chargers, specifically for the Input Voltage ratings. If you could post more information on the camera and laptop, it would help.
