Where can I buy a power adapter for overseas use?

[Sgt_Strider]

I know that Asian countries like China uses different voltages and plugs for their electronics. Where can I buy a reliable plug/adapter for my laptop and phone? My laptop uses a three prong type connection while my phone uses a two prong type. Sorry if I'm using the wrong words to describe these things.

[Oversized Rooster]

The Source CC.

But keep in mind that adapters will just make the plug physically fit. However if your device doesn't support the foreign voltage, you're sacked.

If you absolutely must use a device that only runs on North American voltage, then you'll need an adapter AND a transformer. The transformer is a heavy, little box. Without doubt, you may have troubles at the airport transporting black heavy boxes.

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[Sgt_Strider]

The Source CC.

But keep in mind that adapters will just make the plug physically fit. However if your device doesn't support the foreign voltage, you're sacked.

If you absolutely must use a device that only runs on North American voltage, then you'll need an adapter AND a transformer. The transformer is a heavy, little box. Without doubt, you may have troubles at the airport transporting black heavy boxes.

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Whoa? Are you serious here? Would I really need a transformer? I'll specify the devices that I intend to bring with me overseas. Gateway NX100 ultraportable laptop, Sony PSP, and Samsung Blackjack. I bought all three of these devices less than 12 months ago.

[Oversized Rooster]

Whoa? Are you serious here? Would I really need a transformer? I'll specify the devices that I intend to bring with me overseas. Gateway NX100 ultraportable laptop, Sony PSP, and Samsung Blackjack. I bought all three of these devices less than 12 months ago.

OK the laptop and the phone have chargers, right? So look on the back label of the chargers. It will state what voltages they support. If it's...you know...100-240V, then you will just need an adapter.

But if on the charger it only says 110V (or 115V; something starting with 1), then you will need a transformer AND an adapter.

A phone charger will probably need about 2-7W, while a laptop charger can go anywhere from 40 to 100W. So in other words, should you need a transformer for your laptop, it will have to be able to do no less than like 70W.

[Sgt_Strider]

OK the laptop and the phone have chargers, right? So look on the back label of the chargers. It will state what voltages they support. If it's...you know...100-240V, then you will just need an adapter.

But if on the charger it only says 110V (or 115V; something starting with 1), then you will need a transformer AND an adapter.

A phone charger will probably need about 2-7W, while a laptop charger can go anywhere from 40 to 100W. So in other words, should you need a transformer for your laptop, it will have to be able to do no less than like 70W.

Do you know what kind of voltages that mainland China and Hong Kong uses? I want to ensure that any adapters and transformers that I buy would allow me to use my devices over there with no difficulties.

[cayuga2305]

Do you know what kind of voltages that mainland China and Hong Kong uses? I want to ensure that any adapters and transformers that I buy would allow me to use my devices over there with no difficulties.

I pretty sure it is 240V there.

Edit: I guess I was off by 20V :(

[rdtx2002]

220v

just buy an adapter from The Source

[h2o-]

If your cell phone and your laptop aren't very old... the power supply should be able to handle 100V-240V itself. All you need is an adapter for the plugs.

[Gee]

If your cell phone and your laptop aren't very old... the power supply should be able to handle 100V-240V itself. All you need is an adapter for the plugs.

I don't know about the cell phone adapter, but he is dead on with regards to the notebook transformer. All you need is to convert the plug. I am sure you can find this piece for a few dollars.

[ineedaname]

Just read the writing on the power adapter it'll say whether it can handle 220v+

if so then just go to some small asian electronics store and they'll have adapters.

CAA sells them too.

[hades]

Saw a whole bunch of adapters at the Dollar Store at Lougheed Mall in Burnaby, for 2$. As weird as it sounds, I suggest you check your local Dollar Store. :)

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