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Voltage Converter and International Voltage advice and FAQs

Step 1: Why do I need to convert?

In order to understand why you have to convert when you travel, you must first understand voltage.

The amount of volts emerging from wall outlets differs from country to country. There are two main voltages used worldwide, and they are 110V AC and 220V AC. (AC=alternating current)

US voltage: In America, the voltage (V) ranges from 110 to 120V, and therefore American-made products are built for this low range of volts.

International voltage: In most other countries, wall outlets use a range of 220 to 240 volts, and their products are designed to be compatible with this higher range.

When traveling between regions with differing voltage, you will need a plug adapter, a voltage converter, or a voltage transformer (or all three) in order to safely use your valued devices when you go abroad.

There are also 13 different plug outlets used around the world, so matching up your power plugs with foreign outlets is also a necessity. So, how do you determine what to use with your device to get it working overseas? You must first find out if your device is single or dual voltage by reading the power label. Let’s do a little deciphering.