I am going to Spain. Will this flat iron need an adaptor and converter to use there?
1112358
Yes it will. And be warned: I needed one for France, too, and could not find an adaptor that fit this iron. The iron has an American plug, but it's an abnormally large one so I couldn't find an adaptor that it would fit into. Good luck.
850647
I tried using it in Spain with a converter and it totally fried the machine. Luckily it did not fry my hair.
1584567
I have the original instructions. Clearly says to only 120v or 127v and that any other voltage could damage the iron and void the guarantee. You can buy a converter set. Probably available at Radio Shack or any electronics store.Hope this helps.
2053616
I love the flat iron, but I just went to a couple of other countries and I used an adaptor and it didn't work as well...I was worried it was going to ruin it so I stopped using it...some brands make flat irons for different watts...I would look at that...sorry!
2156912
No- you should not bring any heating device- blow dryer, straightening iron, etc.... they will FRY and DIE!!!This is not a electrical converter- the volts/amps different. This is only for allowing your counties plug shape to fit into and then it fits into their wall outlet. If you want to convert power you need a power converter which run around 50$ and really not worth it unless you travel a LOT. I just for-go the hair stuff all together and let my hair do what it wants! Who cares? you are on vacation! donna
134702
If bought in the US or Mexico, then it designed for 120 V input only, not for used in countries with 220V or 240V outlets. So it might simply depend on where you purchased the iron, or for which market the iron is made.
1210679
If the flat iron or hair dryer have tags or instruction manuals on them or for them with the information it will tell you what the voltage can be, if it states 110 (120) to 220 (240) then you can use them BUT if it does not state that or if there is no tags or instructions then do not plug them in-examples are laptops-mine is on the adapter clearly stating the input can be 110 to 240 and I have used them for my laptop, my phone charger has not information on it so I will not plug it into that socket adapter
1567376
You will need to get a converter to use this item internationally. Inexpensive, it is worth having for your assorted travel items.
1398526
No you will not need a converter. This has a button which you switch between 110 V Or 220V depending on the electricity in the country you are in. I used it in the US on 110 V and travelled with it and used it on 220V in the Middle East. All you do is switch that small button to adjust input
1192013
one caution - while this set does not need converter, only adapter, understand that the stronger european voltage means they will heat up much more quickly and get a lot hotter. Curlers can get very hot so use with caution.
1940140
I'm using it in Europe, but you must have a proper adapter. As the plug is done for US users. This is my third Hot Tools iron, as I have different sizes. I use it without problems in Europe.
1970962
I'm not sure. I live in the United States and traveled to Australia and it worked great. It I'd duel voltage so it should work. I love this flat iron! I loved it so much, that I purchased another one. Sometimes they stop making a favorite item and I wanted a back up just in case. I take this flat iron anytime I go somewhere it's such a convenient size and works great!
954933
I took it to Munich and used it with a standard travel adapter. It did not work. The adapter heated up, the iron di and the whole thing was unsuccessful. I had to buy a hot iron locally. Perhaps there is a different kind of adapter that does work, but don't count on using it with a a basic adapter that can't accommodate the amount of power this device draws.
20117
The manufacturers usually say that the converter cannot be used with hair dryer or iron type of appliance. I have never tried. If you're traveling where you'll be in a good hotel, most provide you with either hair dryer, OR have a converter to use with USA appliances. Some USA model hair dryers have switchable voltage (as do electric razors), and ARE able to be used with the converter- as long as the dryer is switched to the 220v setting.
1210676
This is a plug adapter, not a transformer. If your flat iron can work on 220 Volts - that's all you need, otherwise you need a transformer. I myself had to take a transformer with me for the hairdryer. But this plug adapter was enough for the computers and cell phone chargers.
1248787
This particular model is not capable without the adapter. You'd need to purchase that separately. I'm not sure if this company makes special irons with the 220 cords. It would be worth looking into or simply purchasing an adaptor to make it universal. You will enjoy this iron and I'm sure I it because I love mine.
904464
The iron came with a plug/adapter suitable for the USA. I bought an universal adapter from Staples for travel purposes.