What type of power converter do I need for Thailand?

What type of power converter do I need for Thailand?

Voltage converter needed in Thailand? In Thailand the standard voltage is 220 V and the frequency is 50 Hz. You cannot use your electric appliances in Thailand without a voltage converter, because the standard voltage in Thailand (220 V) is higher than in the United States of America (120 V).

What is the difference between a travel converter and adapter?

The big difference between an adapter and a converter is electricity. While the purpose of an adapter is to simply help the plugs on your electronics fit into (or more aptly, adapt to the shape of) foreign outlets, a converter’s job is to change the voltage found in an outlet to match that of your devices.

Is Thailand plug same as us?

Although your plugs can fit in most power outlets in Thailand, it is unlikely that the voltage is compatible with Thai electricity supply. Thailand voltage is 220 Volts at 50Hz while American voltage is 120 Volts at 60Hz. However, if your device is 110 Volts and you plug it in a 220 Volts Thai outlet, you will fry it.

Can I charge my iPhone in Thailand?

If you want to charge the iPhone from a Thai power outlet you will need to use a Type C USB power adapter and a USB to Apple 30 pin cable (Apple should normally supply this USB cable when you buy the iPhone). Start by inserting the Type C USB power adapter into the power supply.

What is Type B plug?

Type B electrical plug has two flat parallel pins and a round grounding (earth) pin. Earth pin is longer than the other two so that the device is grounded before the power is connected. American and Japanese plus are similar in design. Type B plugs are rated at 15 amps.

Do I need an adapter or a converter?

In summary, if you are traveling to a foreign country, you will most likely need to bring along an adapter. However, you only need a converter if your appliances are not dual voltage and not compatible with the electricity in your destination country.

Do travel adapters change voltage?

Travel adapters simply allow a device from one country to be plugged into the wall outlet of another country. However, they do not convert electricity. Since a travel adapter does not convert the voltage, you have to be sure that your appliance can deal with the electricity coming out of the socket.

What is travel adapter?

a plug that connects a piece of electrical equipment brought from one country to the electricity supply in another when they cannot be connected directly, used especially when travelling.

What is Type A plug?

The Type A electrical plug, or flat blade attachment plug, uses two flat parallel pins or blades. It is found in most of North America and on the east coast of South America on smaller devices that do not require a ground connection.

What plugs work in Thailand?

For Thailand there are four associated plug types, types A, B and C. Plug type A is the plug which has two flat parallel pins, plug type B has two flat parallel pins and a grounding pin and plug type C has two round pins. Thailand operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.

Can I use my phone charger in Thailand?

If you want to supply power to the mobile phone using a Thai power outlet you’ll need a Type B USB power adapter and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable. Start by plugging the Type B USB power adapter into the Thai power outlet.

What plug does Canada use?

For Canada there are two associated plug types, types A and B. Plug type A is the plug which has two flat parallel pins and plug type B is the plug which has two flat parallel pins and a grounding pin. Canada operates on a 120V supply voltage and 60Hz.

What type of plug do I need when traveling in Thailand?

However, you may also encounter Type C or Type O sockets that can only accommodate the plug type with two round pins. Your safest bet is to bring a Universal Adapter that will have covered no matter what type of plug you encounter as you travel through Thailand.

Do I need a power converter when visiting Thailand?

When visiting Thailand from another country check your device can be charged using a 220 volt power supply. A step down power converter [10] is needed if you are travelling from a country that uses 100-120 volts and your appliance is incompatible with 220 volts.

Can I enter Thailand from Canada if I arrive from Canada?

Travellers arriving from Canada could be allowed entry to Thailand, under limited circumstances, if they meet specific criteria. It is your responsibility to verify this information with the appropriate foreign diplomatic office and to ask if you may be allowed entry, based on your individual circumstances and your itinerary.

Do you sell power plugs and sockets in Thailand?

In Thailand the power plugs and sockets are of type A, B, C, F and O. Check out the following pictures. When living in the United States of America you need a power plug adapter for sockets type C, F and O. We recommend you to pack a 3 to 2 prong adapter in case type B sockets are not available. We don’t sell power plug adapters.