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- Introduction
- Step 1: Why do I need to convert?
- Step 2: Where is the Power Label?
- Step 3: Is my device single voltage or dual voltage?
- Step 4: What Kind of Plug Adapter / Travel Adapter Do I Need?
- Step 5: How Do I Choose a Voltage Converter?
- Step 6: Do I Need a Step Up or Step Down Converter? How to Get From 110 to 220 and From 220 to 110
- Step 7: Electric or Electronic?
- Step 8: Learn more about our PowerSpark voltage converters
- Step 9: Glossary of Helpful Voltage Terms
- Step 10: Voltage by Region
- Gadget Guide
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Voltage / Wattage / Plugs FAQs
- Will my electrical and electronic appliances work in a different country?
- What is voltage?
- What does voltage converter/ voltage transformer mean?
- What is the difference between AC/DC adapter?
- What is the difference between a voltage converter and a voltage regulator?
- Do voltage converters convert the cycle (Hz)?
- What does step-up / down voltage transformer mean?
- How do I choose the right voltage converter?
- What kind of voltage converter do I need for a TV or monitor?
- Can I connect several appliances to the same voltage transformer?
- Does the appliance plug shape make the difference?
- Can I connect my UK / AS / Indian plugged appliance to your Diamond Series voltage converter models?
- Do I need a voltage converter / transformer?
- I will be moving to the XXX next month
Step 2: Where is the Power Label?
Everything you need to know to buy the perfect voltage converter or travel adapter is located on the indications label, also called the power supply label. Simply look on or underneath the charger, plug, or power supply to any device and you'll find a funny group of numbers and symbols listing the power requirements for your device. It may also be on the actual travel device. It can be either on a sticker of some sort, or it may be molded/imprinted onto the actual travel device.
This label is key since it is where you’ll find the two things you need the most: the voltage (V) and the wattage (W). We’ll look for the voltage first. Read on for further advice on reading a power label.
*** IMPORTANT - WHEN SELECTING A CONVERTER WE SUGGEST THAT YOU BUY ONE WITH 3 TIMES THE WATTAGE OF THE PRODUCT YOU ARE CONVERTING ***
Updated on 04 Jan 2025
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