I have a camera with a rechargeable battery. I am traveling to Russia, Germany, Czech Republic and Austria. IS there an adapter that works with the voltage in these countries? Or do I need to take multiple batteries?
Posted by
Medford, OR, USA
5837 posts
First read:
http://www.ricksteves.com/travel-tips/phones-tech/electric-adapters-converters
If your charger unit is rated for multiple/dual voltages (typically 100v to 240v), then your battery charger will function with the typical 220v alternating European electric power. You will need the appropriate adaptor. The two round prong adaptor worked in Germany, Czeck Republic and Austria. I haven't been to Russia.
Posted by
OP
2 posts
Thanks! I had been told that my charger would not work in Europe, but after looking at it some more, it looks like it is OK for 220 V. I do have a 2 prong adapter.
Posted by
Pensacola
9110 posts
Russia west of the Urals uses the same adapter as the other listed nations.
Posted by
Tel Aviv
15773 posts
The question's been answered, but since this is in the Tips section. . . .
http://www.kropla.com/electric2.htm provides information on electricity by country, voltage and plug/socket types.
Posted by
Rick Steves' Europe
16895 posts
Thanks, all.
Posted by
Vernon, Canada
32332 posts
brodik,
Be sure to check the Input Voltage specifications on ALL electrical devices you'll be travelling with, to ensure that they're rated for operation from 100-240 VAC.
Regarding PLUG ADAPTORS I'd suggest packing along at least two, as they're small and easy to misplace.