I'm a real dummy when it comes to electrical gadgets and can't decide between the two Belkin power strips (1 amp/5 watt OR 2.1 amp/10 watt) and the Outlets To Go strip at this link.http://www.amazon.com/Outlets-Go-Power-Strip-USB/dp/B0018MEBNG/ref=sr_1_5?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1376690167&sr=1-5&keywords=power+strip+with+usb+charging+ports On my upcoming trip, I'll be charging a small 10" laptop computer and cell phone (both have power cords with 2-prong adapters), an mp3 player (mini USB to regular USB), and Sony camera batteries (which have to be charged in their special Sony 2-prong charging unit). I'm sure I won't be charging all of these items at once, but can anyone offer any advice as to which of the 3 units will best suit my needs while traveling? I'm a real dummy when it comes to electrical gadgets and can't decide between the two Belkin power strips (1 amp/5 watt OR 2.1 amp/10 watt) and the Outlets To Go strip at this link. » Read More I'm a real dummy when it comes to electrical gadgets and can't decide between the two Belkin power strips (1 amp/5 watt OR 2.1 amp/10 watt) and the Outlets To Go strip at this link.http://www.amazon.com/Outlets-Go-Power-Strip-USB/dp/B0018MEBNG/ref=sr_1_5?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1376690167&sr=1-5&keywords=power+strip+with+usb+charging+ports On my upcoming trip, I'll be charging a small 10" laptop computer and cell phone (both have power cords with 2-prong adapters), an mp3 player (mini USB to regular USB), and Sony camera batteries (which have to be charged in their special Sony 2-prong charging unit). I'm sure I won't be charging all of these items at once, but can anyone offer any advice as to which of the 3 units will best suit my needs while traveling? « Show Less
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The belkin 3 outlet should work. I went with the weaker but am only charging cell phones and tablets. I would suggest the stronger one.
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I believe the higher AMPs may charge devices more quickly, depending upon the device. However a smaller AMP could take longer to charge a device. Sorry for confusion. Maybe someone could answer this better than I.
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Based on what you're mentioning - I'd go with the 2.1 Amp/10 Watt power strip myself. Many USB devices need at least 1 Amp these days, and 2.1 Amps will allow you to charge two at once. The 'Monster 'Outlet to go' is nice - but underpowered at 500 mA (0.5 Amp). Not sure how much your laptop needs to charge quickly - but many tablets need 10 Watts to properly charge.
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Not an electrican engineer or anything but as I understand it, AMPs is basically "power flow"... if you think of it terms of water, you're trying to fill a swimming pool... do you want to fill it at 5 gallons per minute or 20 gallons per minute? That's the 0.5 amp (that a standard USB plug on a computer provides) or at 2.1 amp (the new plugs). Now, not all devices can handle 2.1 amp which is why it's important to purchase a charging cable that's made for your device. Yes, there is a little chip in a lot of the new chargers that will determine the best amperage to charge your device at.ex: the "lighting chargers" for Apple devices will charge at 2.1 amp but not if you plug them in to a 1 or 0.5 amp port. Not an electrican engineer or anything but as I understand it, AMPs is basically "power flow"... if you think of it terms of water, you're trying to fill a swimming pool... do you want to fill it at 5 gallons per minute or 20 gallons per minute? That's the 0.5 amp (that a standard USB plug on a computer provides) or at 2.1 amp (the new plugs). Now, not all devices can handle 2.1 amp which is why it's important to purchase a charging cable that's made for your device. Yes, there is a little chip in a lot of the new chargers that will determine the best amperage to charge your... » Read More Not an electrican engineer or anything but as I understand it, AMPs is basically "power flow"... if you think of it terms of water, you're trying to fill a swimming pool... do you want to fill it at 5 gallons per minute or 20 gallons per minute? That's the 0.5 amp (that a standard USB plug on a computer provides) or at 2.1 amp (the new plugs). Now, not all devices can handle 2.1 amp which is why it's important to purchase a charging cable that's made for your device. Yes, there is a little chip in a lot of the new chargers that will determine the best amperage to charge your device at.ex: the "lighting chargers" for Apple devices will charge at 2.1 amp but not if you plug them in to a 1 or 0.5 amp port. « Show Less
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This is the best DC plug-in I've owned (lots of them) -- it converts direct current from the cigarette (yuck) socket to both a single alternating 3-prong plug and four (4) USB ports. It will run all 5 at the same time. This is the only converter I've owned that will run my ac plug-ins such radio, CD player, PC, 200-watt heater and such in my tear drop trailer without plugging it into an outside AC plug. I hardly ever stay in full hookup campgrounds so this device is a real plus for me. As with all iPads iPhones you just need the white Apple AC plug to plug your iPhone into. Why regular USB plug-ins don't work -- well -- that's Apples question to answer. This is the best DC plug-in I've owned (lots of them) -- it converts direct current from the cigarette (yuck) socket to both a single alternating 3-prong plug and four (4) USB ports. It will run all 5 at the same time. This is the only converter I've owned that will run my ac plug-ins such radio, CD player, PC, 200-watt heater and such in my tear drop trailer without plugging it into an outside AC plug. I hardly ever stay in full hookup campgrounds so this device is a real plus for me. As with all iPads iPhones you just need the white Apple AC plug to plug your iPhone into. Why regular USB... » Read More This is the best DC plug-in I've owned (lots of them) -- it converts direct current from the cigarette (yuck) socket to both a single alternating 3-prong plug and four (4) USB ports. It will run all 5 at the same time. This is the only converter I've owned that will run my ac plug-ins such radio, CD player, PC, 200-watt heater and such in my tear drop trailer without plugging it into an outside AC plug. I hardly ever stay in full hookup campgrounds so this device is a real plus for me. As with all iPads iPhones you just need the white Apple AC plug to plug your iPhone into. Why regular USB plug-ins don't work -- well -- that's Apples question to answer. « Show Less
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Well, just bought a pair at about 50% off for what they are sold for on Sony's site. You can get an additional ac charger (or replacement) for $20 at Radio Shack. I got one and it works fabulously. It's called Enercell 3VDC and includes your choice of a tip. Part Number 273-312.
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Hi everyone! I actually started this thread ages ago and got a notice about the last post so I thought I would chime in. :)I ended up buying a GHD in the end. It is UK plug, so when I use it home, I have to use a plug converter. Nothing electric, just to make is usable in the US plug (2 spoke vs 3 spoke). It works wonderfully, but plan on getting the plug changed over since the UK (3 prong) is MASSIVEEEE and heavy and a pain. But my hair looks wonderful! Look into the GHD. They are ALL "Universal voltage", so all you need is the plug converter which you typically get in those travel kits with adapters/ converters. Hi everyone! I actually started this thread ages ago and got a notice about the last post so I thought I would chime in. :)I ended up buying a GHD in the end. It is UK plug, so when I use it home, I have to use a plug converter. Nothing electric, just to make is usable in the US plug (2 spoke vs 3 spoke). It works wonderfully, but plan on getting the plug changed over since the UK (3 prong) is MASSIVEEEE and heavy and a pain. But my hair looks wonderful! Look into the GHD. They are ALL "Universal voltage", so all you need is the plug converter which you... » Read More Hi everyone! I actually started this thread ages ago and got a notice about the last post so I thought I would chime in. :)I ended up buying a GHD in the end. It is UK plug, so when I use it home, I have to use a plug converter. Nothing electric, just to make is usable in the US plug (2 spoke vs 3 spoke). It works wonderfully, but plan on getting the plug changed over since the UK (3 prong) is MASSIVEEEE and heavy and a pain. But my hair looks wonderful! Look into the GHD. They are ALL "Universal voltage", so all you need is the plug converter which you typically get in those travel kits with adapters/ converters. « Show Less
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I was reading in a travel guidebook,that when travelling in Asia it was recommend to use a powersurge protector,not to get your Kindle fried...so I am looking for a 250V one,Now if it is only a fuse that blows one would need a what fuse 6, 10 Amps.??? so I thought that answer instead might be to get a solarbattery charger.Or a rechargeable batterypack and recharge the Kindle from that instead of directly from a powerpoint
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You can always go to your local bestbuy or computer store with your laptop and find the charger section. buy the one that has multiple plug ins to be sure too i did that and im satisfied. or if your not feeling so sure ask an employee for help and they should be able to help you with no problem. happy hunting ~Tahsheam Crawford~
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Look it up on Amazon-Leappad 2 Charger pack and it will show you which one goes with it but, you might also want to get the DC charger for on the go when the battery pack dies from extended use! She will be able to at that point to just plug it in if there's a wall outlet around! I have both, and charge before we are leaving and have the DC for back up! The DC adapter's cord only goes so far but, is great for those times of need! That why I bought both!
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Your statement is confusing... I cut nothing off.. and I would hardly call a device with 2 power cords, one for a Laptop and one for AC power a "Wall Unit". As to 12V "Auto" charger I wouldn't even try to charge an "Auto" with a laptop charger, But YMMV.I have purchased 3 or 4 of these devices form Amazon and all have performed well as laptop chargers.
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IF you are using a Wall Charger, and the OUTPUT is 19v...then THIS IS OK...because the PLUG is for 120v house current and you are OUTPUTTING 19v through the charger.....my laptop uses 120v....but outputs 14.8 or such....This should be fine. IF you are using TWO 12v batteries connected in SERIES...then your combine voltage is 24v...THEN YOU NEED A 24 VOLT INVERTER....which will produce 120v, or 115v, or whatever... output for appliances....the only advantage is the AMPS are halved. Watts divided by Volts = Amps. 240 watts / 12v = 20a 240 watts / 24v = 10a. ARE YOU USING TWO 12v batteries in SERIES??? IF you are using a Wall Charger, and the OUTPUT is 19v...then THIS IS OK...because the PLUG is for 120v house current and you are OUTPUTTING 19v through the charger.....my laptop uses 120v....but outputs 14.8 or such....This should be fine. IF you are using TWO 12v batteries connected in SERIES...then your combine voltage is 24v...THEN YOU NEED A 24 VOLT INVERTER....which will produce 120v, or 115v, or whatever... output for appliances....the only advantage is the AMPS are halved. Watts divided by Volts = Amps. 240 watts / 12v = 20a 240 watts / 24v = 10a. ARE... » Read More IF you are using a Wall Charger, and the OUTPUT is 19v...then THIS IS OK...because the PLUG is for 120v house current and you are OUTPUTTING 19v through the charger.....my laptop uses 120v....but outputs 14.8 or such....This should be fine. IF you are using TWO 12v batteries connected in SERIES...then your combine voltage is 24v...THEN YOU NEED A 24 VOLT INVERTER....which will produce 120v, or 115v, or whatever... output for appliances....the only advantage is the AMPS are halved. Watts divided by Volts = Amps. 240 watts / 12v = 20a 240 watts / 24v = 10a. ARE YOU USING TWO 12v batteries in SERIES??? « Show Less
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I think that might be more power draw than the power supply could handle. It has output of 4.16A. USB2 charges at 500mw (nominal) while USB3 can charge at upwards of 1500mw. My guess is that 8 iPod minis would be the max.
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Haven't tested this one specifically but almost all that have been legitimately tested that are similar to this one have 2.4 total so if you have one item plugged in it will draw up to 2.4 a. If you have two plugged in the unit will allocate the 2.4 amps between both items but no more. There are plenty of chargers out there that will deliver a full 2.4 amps to each usb port but they are a little more expensive.I hope this helps and good luck!Chris
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I'm from Norway but study in the states so I travel back and forth when I have vacation and you can just buy a cheap plug. The power brick takes care of all the voltage conversions. This applies to all laptops.
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Until I started shopping I wanted to believe it didn't really matter. Then I thought of laptop chargers which are always specific to each brand. I found and article on the net (trustworthieness level = meh) http://lifehacker.com/does-it-matter-which-charger-i-use-922783980 which reinforces that line of thinking. Each device needs different amps, volts, and wattage. Yes, it does seem to matter and yes having the plugs conviently labeled (so I don't have to research each one) just sold this charger for me.
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The higher the AMP's & WATT's, the more power the surge protector can handle. I am a paranormal investigator & only need 3 small power cords hooked up so I didn't need the higher Amperage & Wattage. If you are plugging in a TV, computer, printer or other similar electronics, you may want to go with the higher #'s. Hope this helps. I am not an electrician but this is my understanding. Also, the 3 plugs are very close together so you may be forced to either just use 2 plugs at a time or buy a second surge protector. I lucked out, my 3 plugs are very narrow.
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There are many USB chargers, max 2 amps. The 1 amps give a better charge, the 2amps give a faster charge. I used the one that came with my cell phone. All USB ports are supposed to put out the same voltage which is around 5 volts. So anything that will charge through a USB port will work.
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I think there's one very important point that no one has mentioned: USB 3.0 provides 0.9 amps while USB 2.0 provides 0.5 amps. Keep that in mind. BTW, 3.5" always needs the power adapter; 2.5" USUALLY (not always) is not required.
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Hi, I believe you'll need to figure out what the amperage is of the power supplies that what you want to run and if anything else is running on the same circuit. I read in the reviews and elsewhere that you should use this accessory with a 15A or less fuse, so I have it on a circuit with 15A in my travel trailer. My laptop 12v power supply uses 3.5A, the Coleman 12v cooler uses 5A, the phone charger uses 1.5A I think. I have run the cooler and a charger at the same time without it melting or blowing a fuse. I did fry the last dual power outlet (different make, felt cheaper) with the same usage (Caveat: I am not an electrician and am just sharing my experience.) Hi, I believe you'll need to figure out what the amperage is of the power supplies that what you want to run and if anything else is running on the same circuit. I read in the reviews and elsewhere that you should use this accessory with a 15A or less fuse, so I have it on a circuit with 15A in my travel trailer. My laptop 12v power supply uses 3.5A, the Coleman 12v cooler uses 5A, the phone charger uses 1.5A I think. I have run the cooler and a charger at the same time without it melting or blowing a fuse. I did fry the last dual power outlet (different make, felt cheaper) with the same... » Read More Hi, I believe you'll need to figure out what the amperage is of the power supplies that what you want to run and if anything else is running on the same circuit. I read in the reviews and elsewhere that you should use this accessory with a 15A or less fuse, so I have it on a circuit with 15A in my travel trailer. My laptop 12v power supply uses 3.5A, the Coleman 12v cooler uses 5A, the phone charger uses 1.5A I think. I have run the cooler and a charger at the same time without it melting or blowing a fuse. I did fry the last dual power outlet (different make, felt cheaper) with the same usage (Caveat: I am not an electrician and am just sharing my experience.) « Show Less