Jamie Posted March 22, 2007 Share Posted March 22, 2007 Since there is a difference in between the US and Thai power outlets with voltages, I need to pick up some type a converter to go from 220 V to 110 V. Instead of buying, would larger hotels have these available? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bendix Posted March 22, 2007 Share Posted March 22, 2007 Unlikely that you would need such a converter. Virtually every electric appliance produced these days has a power supply range of 110-240 so can be used in any country with power in that range. That's especially the case with portable appliances such as laptops, shavers etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted March 22, 2007 Share Posted March 22, 2007 Unlikely that you would need such a converter. Virtually every electric appliance produced these days has a power supply range of 110-240 so can be used in any country with power in that range.That's especially the case with portable appliances such as laptops, shavers etc. Be careful, many US appliances are 110V only, check the rating label. Bendix is correct when it comes to laptops and other electronic devices, most have 'universal' PSUs Meanwhile to answer the OP, hotels (except high class ones) probably won't have converters (they get stolen), they are however readily available for just about any Mom and Pop hardware store What devices will you be bringing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Posted March 22, 2007 Author Share Posted March 22, 2007 I was mainly thinking of my battery charger for the digital camera as well as an electric razor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave111223 Posted March 22, 2007 Share Posted March 22, 2007 I had to get a converter for my US Xbox (cost me like 600 baht i think). Bought it from Fortune Town. however readily available for just about any Mom and Pop hardware store smile.gif I did not find them this readily available, i had to search around a bit to find one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bendix Posted March 22, 2007 Share Posted March 22, 2007 I was mainly thinking of my battery charger for the digital camera as well as an electric razor. I would imagine these would be ok. But, to be sure, just check the power range on the device. If it says 110-220/240, you will be ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted March 22, 2007 Share Posted March 22, 2007 I was mainly thinking of my battery charger for the digital camera as well as an electric razor. I would imagine these would be ok. But, to be sure, just check the power range on the device. If it says 110-220/240, you will be ok. Agreed ^^^ The camera charger will almost certainly be Ok, check the rating on the shaver Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted March 22, 2007 Share Posted March 22, 2007 I had to get a converter for my US Xbox (cost me like 600 baht i think). Bought it from Fortune Town.however readily available for just about any Mom and Pop hardware store smile.gif I did not find them this readily available, i had to search around a bit to find one. Honestly, next time you need one go to one of the tiny places with loads of electrical stuff piled everywhere, they have everything imaginable (and some stuff that's not, our local place in Pathum Thani has for some reason, a very dusty box of UK style 13Amp plugs ) Granny will find one hiding in the amazing pile, I find it incredible that they know where anything is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raslin Posted March 22, 2007 Share Posted March 22, 2007 I had to get a converter for my US Xbox (cost me like 600 baht i think). Bought it from Fortune Town.however readily available for just about any Mom and Pop hardware store smile.gif I did not find them this readily available, i had to search around a bit to find one. Honestly, next time you need one go to one of the tiny places with loads of electrical stuff piled everywhere, they have everything imaginable (and some stuff that's not, our local place in Pathum Thani has for some reason, a very dusty box of UK style 13Amp plugs ) Granny will find one hiding in the amazing pile, I find it incredible that they know where anything is !3A plugs will be useful when you go to the Oriental Hotel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aalawton Posted January 3, 2008 Share Posted January 3, 2008 I had to get a converter for my US Xbox (cost me like 600 baht i think). Bought it from Fortune Town. What size converter did you buy and is it working okay? Any other suggestions for using a US Xbox here in Thailand? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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