Hi
I have some plug adaptors for plugging a standard US two prong plug into an Italian outlet which I've used in past trips for my dual voltage charger. This time I'll be taking a small netbook(also dual voltage) which has a polarized plug. What kind of adaptor do I need?
Posted by
Sacramento, California U.S.A.
10727 posts
I had to buy a special 3 prong plug adaptor from a travel store. It was about $10.
Posted by
Vernon, Canada
32402 posts
maggie, I had a look at one of my two-pin Euro Plug Adapters from Magellans and it will accept polarized plugs. One other question - is the Plug for the Netbook a "grounded" model (with a third pin)? That's the case with my Netbook, so I use a grounded Plug Adapter when connecting that. The grounded Plug Adapters for Italy are different than those used in other European countries, so I bought one specifically for Italy. This Plug Adapter is the one I use in Europe for ungrounded appliances. It will accept polarized Plugs. This Plug Adapter is the one I use in Italy for grounded appliances (I have different Adapters for using grounded appliances in Switzerland, France or other countries). I believe this will also accept polarized Plugs. Cheers!
Posted by
Lake Forest, CA, USA
1633 posts
This is the adapter that I take on my trips. You can buy it at a Ace Hardware or have it shipped to you. http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=3374985&kw=travel+adapter&origkw=travel+adapter&searchId=55661645874 Just be aware that you will need another two prong adapter to fit on the end because the European outlets are recessed into the wall.
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Lethbridge, AB, Canada
19 posts
I took a round 2 prong with me, but one of the hotels took a round, 3 prong adapter. I was able to easily buy one in Milan and Monterosso, and less expensive than from home in Canada.