I've been advised to always use a surge protector in Africa. Can I plug a power strip/protector into this adapter and then use the power strip?
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This is only a plug adapter, it is not a transformer. Therefore, while it will allow you to plug any 3-prong or 2-prong US electrical device into it, it will still give you the power of the host receptacle. If your power strip/surge protector is designed to work with the type of power in the host receptacle, then this will do what you want.
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The power supply connects with an IEC cord, so you can just replace the IEC. I use it in South Africa on 240V without any problems.
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Yes. Its basically a plug with a on/off switch on the side. You could plug a surge protector into it but why not flip the surge protector switch off? According to the box its rated for 120v / 15A /60Hz /1800w so you just don't want to exceed that.
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Under safety instructions, it reads: for connection to a supply not in the U.S.A., use an attachment plug adapter of the proper configuration for the power outlet.
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I was unable to use the converter in recessed outlets. Same would be true in kenya
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When I googled plug types in Ghana and Kenya, it seems that most of both countries use the 3 prong, British-type, outlets. This adaptor does have the British outlets.
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The strip worked well for me in Europe and on a river cruise with dual voltage appliances like my razor and IPad charger. I use a grounded european adapter plug to connect between the power strip and a wall outlet. Do not use 120 volt only US devices on 240 volt european current.
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No. None of the universal adapters work in South Africa. You will need to buy a specific South African adapter. Some of the hotels where I have stayed did have a European style 2 prong plug in the rooms but it was not common especially outside of Johannesburg, Durban and Capetown.
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Takky Monster may have an international adapter surge Protector. This Monster product I purchased is designed for US 110vac home use. It has great features for this use.
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My understanding of how surge protectors work is that you would need to use a 220v European surge protector to properly protect your devices that you want to plug in. The Belkin is designed to protect against surges based on US current levels. I have always used a European surge protector when in Europe. A Euro surge protector can be purchased at travel sites like Magellan and other similar retailers.
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Maybe, if the power strip is safe to use with 240 volts. Also, check to make sure that your phone outlet adapters also accept both 120 and 240 volts...most do. Universal power strips, such as this one (http://www.amazon.com/VCT-USP600-Universal-Built-Protector/dp/B0036ZE6V0/ref=pd_sim_e_5?ie=UTF8&refRID=1MH4JJ5AYFZH8XK8RRYS) are safe for both 120 and 240 volts.
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You should have no issues, but if you're uncertain, you can consider what I did -- which is to use a Monster On-The-Go Power Strip -- http://www.amazon.com/Monster-MP-OTG400-BK-Outlets/dp/B000F9YN2M/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1400744672&sr=8-2&keywords=monster+power+strip to connect to the outlet, then plug your Note 3 into the Monster Power Strip. This way you have the power strip to buffer against any surges.
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This surge protector is for 120V, not 240V like in many other countries. I'm sure the warranty apply if you use it for 240V, as that will ruin it. I'd find out the voltage being used in your overseas destination.
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Amazon needs to rewrite this. What they are trying to say is that you can choose the appropriate universal adaptor for the country you are going to and it will universally accept plugs from every country except South Africa. In other words as long as you are not from South Africa you can use thee adaptors.
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A 110v surge protector is not going to take 220v well. You need a 220v surge protector and if you use an adapter, you need to make sure you get one that connects the ground.
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Plugging InElectrical sockets (outlets) in the Republic of South Africa (Republiek van Suid-Afrika) are the "Type M " South African SABS1661 ("Large" 15 amp BS-546) sockets. This is actually an old British standard. The "Type M " South African plug and socket is not to be confused with the "Type D " Indian plug and socket. In pictures, they look very similar, but the South African type is much larger than the Indian type, and they are physically incompatible. If your appliance's plug doesn't match the shape of these sockets, you will need a travel plug adapter in order to plug in. Travel plug adapters simply change the shape of your appliance's plug to match whatever type of socket you need to plug into. *Adapter for "Type M" South African SABS1661 / 15 amp "Large" British BS-546 But the shape of the socket is only half the story! Electrical sockets (outlets) in the Republic of South Africa (Republiek van Suid-Afrika) usually supply electricity at between 220 and 240 volts AC. If you're plugging in an appliance that was built for 220-240 volt electrical input, or an appliance that is compatible with multiple voltages, then an adapter is all you need. But travel plug adapters do not change the voltage, so the electricity coming through the adapter will still be the same 220-240 volts the socket is supplying. North American sockets supply electricity at between 110 and 120 volts, far lower than in most of the rest of the world. Consequently, North American appliances are generally built for 110-120 volts. But that doesn't mean that your specific appliance isn't already compatible with the higher voltage -- it may very well be.
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I used them in Kenya. There are several different adapters and I found one to work everywhere I was at when there was electricity to use.