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European Outlets

By: Steven Smith, Thu Dec 8th, 2005 09:42:39 PM

Without a special plugin adapter, your electronics will not work in ordinary European outlets. So, why does it matter? It may not, unless you have an iPod, electric shaver, or other electronic devices that will need to be charged.

The electrical current in Spain is usually 220 volts compared to the USA's 110 volts. All of the plugs that are used there are round-prongs. So, standard US electronics that need US outlets will not work at all in Spain. So what is needed: Plug Adapter, Transformer, and maybe a Converter

Plug adapters are needed for the different prongs previously mentioned

Transformers are needed for low wattage electronics. This 50 watt 50/60 Hz tranformer will suffice for shavers, iPods, and the like.

Converters are needed for high wattage electronics like hair dryers. It is important for the converter wattage to match the device's wattage.

One option is to purchase Spanish outlets is to buy them online. Using Google, you can probably find many places to purchase them.

To get european outlets in Spain, you may be able to find them at department stores. A typical Spanish store that carries european outlets is "El Corte Inglés." Finding transformers may be more difficult though. So we recommend getting your necessary electronic devices before your trip online or at your local electronics store.

For the original article, check out SpainSummerStudies.com here: Spain summer abroad

About the author: A writer for a Spain summer study abroad : www.spainsummerstudies.com

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