Can I use this charger in Europe (220V) without using a transformer?
194290
Yes, I Use it in Paraguay and Argentina where the Power supply is 220v, and has no problems
2104636
No. Need transformer or something like that. Because in UK is 220 - 240. If you can, buy things without charger or if you know how change the voltage in charger then buy it.
656612
I was at Baumholder Germany and i was able to charge just fine with an adapter. No transformer needed. Hope that helps
2044720
My charger that I bought through Amazon does not have 220/240V capabilities
1562699
No have to buy an Europe electricity converted, 220 volt not going to work.
2230813
It only comes with 1 standard US charger, so going to Europe would be difficult unless you have since kind of adapter.
632399
If you bought it in the US and taking it to Europe you need to convert the power from 110 to 220 or it is going to burn out. Either the power cable already has the converter and it is a small black box that is part of the power cable. All you need is an adapter for the plug. If the power cable is just a plain cable without a special little black box attached to it then you need to buy a 50 dollar transformer. It is cheaper to order those on Amazon as I have done.
498360
I do not have first-hand experience using this transformer in Europe, and it might depend upon the country in EU in which it will be utilized. However, I used this transformer in the US to step-down from 220 to 110/120, and it worked very well. I was in Italy and Greece in June of 2012, and used a travel type charger for electronics (low capacity; small size). You are doing the same (220 > 110), but at a higher capacity for the tool battery charger. If you research the maximum current draw potential for your battery charger, you may find that you can use a smaller transformer size (e.g.; 1000 or 2000 watts). Good luck ! David Chaplin. I do not have first-hand experience using this transformer in Europe, and it might depend upon the country in EU in which it will be utilized. However, I used this transformer in the US to step-down from 220 to 110/120, and it worked very well. I was in Italy and Greece in June of 2012, and used a travel type charger for electronics (low capacity; small size). You are doing the same (220 > 110), but at a higher capacity for the tool battery charger. If you research the maximum current draw potential for your battery charger, you may find that you can use a smaller transformer size (e.g.;... » Read More I do not have first-hand experience using this transformer in Europe, and it might depend upon the country in EU in which it will be utilized. However, I used this transformer in the US to step-down from 220 to 110/120, and it worked very well. I was in Italy and Greece in June of 2012, and used a travel type charger for electronics (low capacity; small size). You are doing the same (220 > 110), but at a higher capacity for the tool battery charger. If you research the maximum current draw potential for your battery charger, you may find that you can use a smaller transformer size (e.g.; 1000 or 2000 watts). Good luck ! David Chaplin. « Show Less
580079
The charger is made for US Market which is 120V 60hz so without a converter it will not work
2140701
Not unless you have a converter/adapter. You can buy a converter/adapter at most any store that sells electronics/hardware. Not expensive and a must have if you take ANY plug in device to Europe.
529085
It comes with a 110 VAC wall transformer. You would need a step down transformer to and plug adapter to use it in Europe.
761628
Were you able to find a 220 charger? We are in the same situation. I don't want to have to use a transformer for charging, and I don't want to buy the euro 18v version just for the 3 years I am stationed in Europe. Thanks!
916502
In theory, yes because the label on the back of this charger states, "Input: 100-240V, 50-60Hz, 0.15A." I have not used this charger in countries with 220-240V so cannot confirm. However, I've used other 100-240V chargers (cell phones, electric shavers, laptops, etc.) where the wall voltage is 220-240V without a transformer/converter without issues.
331667
To use an external transformer is a little costly and inconvenience,why does not the manufacturer supply a charger to work with both 120 & 230 volts,it does not cost them any.It will be usable easily in European countries.
361901
You'll just need an adapter for the prongs. The tag on the charger indicates it will work with non-North American voltages, so you shouldn't need a power converter.
445365
THE FOLKS WHO ANSWERED YOU ARE WRONG. Read the charger's 'wall wart.' Like most modern chargers, it has a built in converter and it takes input from 100V to 240V. The only 'adapter' you need is a plug that takes the U.S. two prong at one end and has the appropriate male elements on the other end so you can plug it into a Euro or Asian outlet. I go to Europe once or twice a year for extended stays and have done so for many years. I used to cart one of those heavy transfomer/converters around with me. I no longer need to do so, and you don't either. People should do their homework before they give misleading asnwers to inquiries.
932066
Only if you buy a 220 to 110 transformer - like you would if you were going to Europe.