I need to use for Camcorder and Digital Camera and Curling Iron. Is there a Special Type I need? Any Suggestions Would Be Appreciated. Departing In July.
Diane
Laguna Beach, CA
Posted by
Ottawa, Canada
4555 posts
Check all units to see if they can be switched to...or can already handle...up to 220-240 volts, which is the voltage in Europe, compared to our 120 volts. If they can, then all you need is an ADAPTER plug to make American outlets fit those found in Scandinavia (two round prongs common to most of western Europe). If your items CANNOT handle 220-240 volts, then you will need a CONVERTER to reduce the voltage to 120 volts. These usually come in two sizes....one with lower wattage for things like camera chargers, and another for higher-wattage items like hair dryers and curling irons. You may be able to find one that does both.
Posted by
Ridgefield, WA, USA
160 posts
I bought an all-in-one adapter from Radio Shack that I used to charge my iPod while in Scandinavia. It's kind of bulky, but it worked fine for me, and also for my nephew on his visit to Germany.
Posted by
OP
Fort Collins, CO, USA
12 posts
Thanks So Very Much For The Information. I will go to Radio Shack.....
Much Appreciated
Diane
Posted by
Ridgefield, WA, USA
160 posts
I bought mine back in 2005, so it's possible that RS may not sell it anymore (I couldn't find it on their website today). So, you may want to do a search on the web for an equivalent in case RS comes up short.
Here's a similar one I found:
http://www.seattlestravelstore.com/gear/ts-237ap.html
Good luck!