What is a voltage converter used for?

A common use of the voltage converter is for a device that allows appliances made for the mains voltage of one geographical region to operate in an area with different voltage. Such a device may be called a voltage converter, power converter, travel adapter, etc.

Why do you need a converter?

A converter changes the electricity so you can use your NON DUAL VOLTAGE appliances when visiting a foreign country. If all your appliances are dual voltage, you don’t need to pack a converter.

Do I need a voltage converter for my laptop?

If the voltage your smartphone charger or laptop (or any electrical appliance) uses is the same as the voltage at your destination, all you need is an travel adapter. If the voltage is DIFFERENT, then you’ll need a voltage converter.

What voltage converter do I need?

You will need a step-down voltage transformer if you’re traveling to any country with a power standard that is higher than what your appliances use. Conversely, taking appliances that run on 220–110 volts to the U.S. or Canada requires a step-up voltage converter that can transform 110–120 volts up to 220–240 volts.

How do converters work?

Converters convert the voltage of an electric device, usually alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC). On the other hand, inverters convert direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC).

Do I need power converter?

If you want to use it elsewhere, you’ll need a converter. If you see something like “INPUT AC 120/240 V 50—60 Hz 1300 W,” then your device is dual-voltage, and you can safely use it for voltages anywhere between 120 V and 240 V. Small electronics, razors, and non-heating appliances will need a 50-watt converter.

Do I need a voltage converter for my MacBook?

Unless your device’s power adapter says “100 – 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz” somewhere on it, you need a voltage converter. All recently released desktop Macs, peripherals like the Time Capsule or Apple TV, and notebook or iPod power adapters should be universal voltage, as are many camera battery chargers.

What is the difference between a converter and a transformer?

The difference between the two lies in how the device actually converts the voltage current. To reduce 220V to 110V, for example, a converter chops the “sine waves” (the shape of the AC power bursts) in half, whereas a transformer alters the length of the sine waves.

What is voltage conversion and why is it important?

Voltage refers to electricity; different countries have different types of electricity, meaning you need to consider voltage conversion. This means that your electronics are the same voltage as the country in which you bought them so if you take them to another country, they may not work.

Do I need a converter for my Device?

A plug adapter (like the ones shown above) will allow you to use your device without the need to convert electricity, but the charger has to be rated at both voltages. If your device doesn’t support dual voltages, you’ll need a converter. Weblog Make Tech Easier suggests you check the print on your charger to find out if it supports both voltages.

Do I need an international power converter to power my electronics?

If your electronics are not dual voltage, an international power converter (also called a transformer, voltage adapter, or international voltage converter) could be used. However, voltage converters tend to be large, heavy devices so they are less practical for travel.

Do I need a converter or a plug adapter?

A plug adapter (like the ones shown above) will allow you to use your device without the need to convert electricity, but the charger has to be rated at both voltages. If your device doesn’t support dual voltages, you’ll need a converter.