Electrical systems

Electrical systems differ around the world - both in voltage and less critically, frequency. The physical interface are also different and often incompatible. However, travellers with electrical appliances can take a few steps to ensure that they can be safely used at their destination.
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Electrical systems
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OverviewVoltage and FrequencyPlugs and adaptersTransformer or Converter?Unstable supply
AppliancesLaptop computersRadiosMobile phones and digital camerasEquipment using standard batteries
Be CautiousLarge appliance power mainsGeneratorsLampsElectric motorsElectric shaversHairdryersClocksVideo equipment
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Electrical systems is based on Electrical systems by Graham87, Dave Stanley, Ed Petrick, Jani Patokallio, Claus Hansen, John Henne, Inas, MMKK, Globe-trotter, iGuide and others. Electrical systems is available under Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0. See background image credits.