The uk sockets have a power switch on it for a reason! You turn the socket off before plugging and unplugging! No sparks!
@RedroomStudios5 жыл бұрын
seems like an idiotic design then! they should really be able to engineer to the standards of the rest of the world by now.
@KX365 жыл бұрын
@@RedroomStudios Do you think unswitched sockets outside of the UK don't spark inside, especially at 240V? It just might be hidden from view more or less on certain sockets.
@RedroomStudios5 жыл бұрын
@@KX36 well that is the whole point... that it's in plain view. I've never been a fan of UK electrical plugs in general... they are just way too big and clunky nd seem like primitive technology. I am used to our nice small plugs in North America.
@KX365 жыл бұрын
@@RedroomStudios What has whether or not you can see the light from the spark inside the socket got to do with anything? I agree with you about the cumbersome size of the UK plugs. A safety feature of the plug design is that there is a minimum distance your fingers can be from the pins which means making the whole plug quite large, that and the requirement for a user serviceable fuse in the plug. I assure you there is nothing more primitive than the non-polarized 2 prong US plug which was so common right up until very recently, half a century after all UK plugs had protective earth pins, fuses and safety shutters inside the sockets. Such US plugs had numerous safety flaws including that your fingers can easily touch live pins and that you had a high chance of accidentally plugging them in with hot and neutral reversed. The lack of a ground pin meant devices such as TVs in the mid 20th century often had a false ground consisting of a capacitor from the device's metal casing to neutral, which means if you plug it in backwards the casing is live. These are nicknamed "death caps", but you go ahead and complain about UK plugs.
@pd58263 жыл бұрын
@@RedroomStudios if you comprehend anything about electricity, then you should comprehend that the UK power plugs are the safest in the world, and have the most advanced engineering behind them. The US design is from 1918.
@Landrew06 жыл бұрын
You know... for about 10 cents, they could include an LCD message screen that indicates when you need an actual power converter, in addition to the adapter, or to find a physical switch on the device, which selects between 115 or 230 volts. This is becoming increasingly less common nowadays, but there will be cases where the actual voltage difference could damage the device. It requires a whole new level of understanding to know this yourself, and understandably, most people will not see the need to learn it. If the information were known, it would be less of a nasty surprise (or none at all) when the hair dryer or similar device, intended for 115 volts, (if prevented) doesn't blow up under 230 volts. It's much better to be warned with a beep and a message on the adapter, than the ugly surprise of smoke and fire.
@robinguo5205 жыл бұрын
I do not think so, nowadays most of the appliances in this world are designed with wide voltage.
@RedroomStudios5 жыл бұрын
@@robinguo520 that is not the case at all. we ruined a hair dryer last year even when we had the transformer set to lower the voltage. we ended up buying a European hair dryer and it also works only on it's own voltage. I think what you are suggesting is rather specialized rather than the norm.
@macleicester19284 жыл бұрын
How can I replacing the fuse?
@laurakaye50863 жыл бұрын
Same Q!
@Powerslavecr925 жыл бұрын
One power adapter to rule them all
@ss_super_steve3 жыл бұрын
It is physically impossible to create one adapter that is safe for everyone. European type E/F plugs have to have grounding in their own form, they do not use a grounding pin, instead they have metal on the front of the plug to connect to a grounding pin/piece of metal, due to this, it is impossible to create one safe adapter for everybody.
@BigJProductions6 жыл бұрын
Great review. I just bought one on Amazon and waiting for it to arrive.
@TheFriendlyReviewer6 жыл бұрын
Hope it works as well for you as it did for me
@itepk05225 жыл бұрын
Thete is no ground! Also if you are using it on a power extension, and you accidentally engage the other pins you could get a shock.
@nugge.t5 жыл бұрын
Nugget says thank u so much subbing right now
@KX365 жыл бұрын
Hey do you know Tech Guru used your footage of this adapter in their video?
@TheFriendlyReviewer5 жыл бұрын
Sure enough. I didn't know that they used my footage ...
@Shocker99 Жыл бұрын
So there were no negative points - since the 2 'negative' points you mentioned occurs on every plug out there.
@heroknaderi3 жыл бұрын
Good to know
@02collinsryan3 жыл бұрын
Note to self, turn the switch at the plug point off before plugging in and out to avoid sparking, possible electrocution and blowing the fuse 😂
@ErikPT7 ай бұрын
Is this compatible for China and Korea?
@g234z6 жыл бұрын
I read somewhere that this does not convert voltage, I was under the impression that it had to do this all I'm trying to do is charge my phone overseas
@TheFriendlyReviewer6 жыл бұрын
The prongs just adapt the plug so you need to make sure your device can be plugged into that particular voltage. Most state on their power input what they accept. (The little Apple plug to USB A adapters accept 100-240V) The USB ports convert the voltage to 5 volts.
@g234z6 жыл бұрын
The Friendly Reviewer all I want to do is safely charge my phone over seas
@meedmehdi39066 жыл бұрын
Go for Type C included version :)
@RedroomStudios5 жыл бұрын
@@g234z are you dumb or what? the guy just explained it to you. additionally the device has USB chargers built right into it for your phone.
@RedroomStudios5 жыл бұрын
@@zephyr139 wow, you are as dumb as the other guy.
@qaiserali66634 жыл бұрын
Make a video on how a charger would be fine.
@janelleg.85216 жыл бұрын
Right on, thanks!
@larrypitzak66672 жыл бұрын
How do you change the fuse - no instructions. Is there already a fuse in this and the one they sent is an extra??
@traveladaperoulitravel82346 жыл бұрын
good to see that!
@ronmcdaniel79943 жыл бұрын
I have a camera I bought online that came with looks like a European power plug. I need to get an adapter to US. Can you help?
@ss_super_steve3 жыл бұрын
First, does your camera come with a battery that you take it out to charge it, or is there a port? If there is a battery charger you first have to check on the plug or on the charger for the voltage, if it allows 120 volts, if it does, you can probably search for the battery charger online, if you can't find the American version of the charger or it doesn't accept 120 volts, you will probably need to buy a voltage transformer to convert the voltage, or if you can't find the American version, you will need to buy an adapter.
@ronmcdaniel79943 жыл бұрын
@@ss_super_steve I know nothing about power this or that, how would I check on if it allows 120 volts? Who sells adapters? Ron
@ss_super_steve3 жыл бұрын
@@ronmcdaniel7994 You check for the voltage on the europlug (in-between the prongs of the plug) or if it is not there, check for it on the bottom of the battery charger.
@bazerbijansh14396 жыл бұрын
Nice design,i bought it its very convinent .
@TheFriendlyReviewer6 жыл бұрын
Yeah - It's worked out well for me
@robertcole75003 жыл бұрын
Hi Can you advise. I have a clothes iron from the USA here in the UK, unfortunately it doesn't function on UK 240 voltage. Do you know if the adapter you describe offer the benefits of transformer, reducing the voltage to US 110 voltage? If not, do you know of such a product? Kind regards Robert
@truthspeaker22494 жыл бұрын
I’m visiting Africa, Nigeria what will I use for that?
@Soulrelocation5 жыл бұрын
Great thanks
@silkyinternationalstyle2 жыл бұрын
Does it work for Thailand?
@annak82495 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I found it on Amazon.
@lgmckay Жыл бұрын
Hi Paul great video however would be easier to hear you without competing with the loud music. thank for all the research you do.
@hereiam9898 Жыл бұрын
Can this be used in east Africa?
@7spiritualcompass7065 жыл бұрын
I have a reversed issue. I live in the USA. I recently received a device from Poland with a two prong plug. What do I need to get in order to plug it into my USA outlet of 120-220? Thank you in advance for your assistance. Much love.
@RedroomStudios5 жыл бұрын
you need a step up transformer as well as this adapter.
@Akyomi7775 жыл бұрын
*sees it doesnt have ground* me: lets hope he doesnt plug grounded appliance. *plugs in grounded appliance* me: what im doing wrong?
@queenadeng42465 жыл бұрын
I have grouded travel adapter
@RedroomStudios5 жыл бұрын
remember a ground is an emergency feature. most appliances dont even have a ground plug on them.
@bahaaalrawi426 жыл бұрын
Hello, can I use only some parts of this video without voice in Facebook ads? I will credit your KZfaq channel
@mattikaki6 жыл бұрын
VERY DANGEROUS. It has multiple safety issues. The worst perhaps is that you can plug it in earthed wall socket and put earted electric equipment to it without the protective earth. I believe that there is no 13A fuse needed in UK. You can push plug in this so that other pin is touchable which can be lethal. Do NOT use this. I am licenced electrical engineer so I am dead serious.
@yauvrukartal976 жыл бұрын
mattikaki Which one would you recommend?
@okaro65955 жыл бұрын
Keep it simple. Do not buy an adapter that is more complicated than you need. If you have earthed equipment it is good to make sure that the earth is connected. Lets say you are in the U.S. and go to England then this kind of an adapter is good: discussions.apple.com/thread/7953627 Note it has a fuse, the live and neutral are sieved, the earth is not and there is enough clearance on the sides. Also the earth is likely connected (one cannot tell from the image for sure). You may think that these are not big issues but think if they break the rules even on the visible parts, then what is there inside? Who needs the ability to plug equipment of any country? You only have them from one country.
@jonnymorgan83855 жыл бұрын
Yes very dangerous no earth(ground), UK to EU adapters must have a 13amp fuse as our socket are on a 32amp ring circuit.
@RedroomStudios5 жыл бұрын
mattikaki - let me guess - you are single right?
@FrancisLitanofficialJAPINOY2 жыл бұрын
How about Skross plug adapters ?
@eagleeye89166 жыл бұрын
Did yours come with a fuse? im about to buy the same one but with 4 usb ports and it has a built in 6.3 amp fuse just in case so you dont fry your electronics
@jodevon41996 жыл бұрын
Eagle Eye can you use this thing when it isnt like in a wall? can you use it on the road? plz reply
@eagleeye89166 жыл бұрын
Jo Devon it's not a battery, it has to be plugged in a wall outlet or a power sourse for you to use it . I bought it cause I'm traveling to Egypt from the U.S.
@RedroomStudios5 жыл бұрын
look at the electrical specs listed at 0:37 of this video. the output of the USB ports is only 2.4 A.
@georgerichardson81864 жыл бұрын
thats why you never plug into live sockets would you stick your finger in one no
@KamalTiwari825 жыл бұрын
Would this be suitable to charge an electric toothbrush?
@shirleyliu135 жыл бұрын
This one with Max. Power 1380W at 230V. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ebdkd72attibZ3k.html
@FrancisLitanofficialJAPINOY2 жыл бұрын
If USB 5V, yes, but 110V or 230V as not multivoltage for ORAL B TOOTHBRISH CHARGER, don’t use. Use USB charger or 100V - 240V chargers.
@VOLTRONDEFENDER44402 жыл бұрын
Umm that could be dangerous because if all plugs extended it can become live
@dusk12345678906 жыл бұрын
Does this work Australia devices to Japan?
@shirleyliu135 жыл бұрын
You may check it at kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ebdkd72attibZ3k.html
@nugge.t4 жыл бұрын
Nuggets bday is soon I’m getting one
@amitsingh-jo9iy5 жыл бұрын
How much pol
@piratesmurf42515 жыл бұрын
would this work in Pakistan
@hellobrother67305 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣🤣😀😂
@rosalindearp69234 жыл бұрын
Forgive me for my ignorance on this, so you can plug this into an outlet in the USA and plug in a European plug or Chinese plug into that? I bought a AAA battery charger with a plug in that I don't recognize and it says EU next to the product so I guess it's been made in China with a plug for European outlets sent to me and I know nothing about it. Would this work or do I need a power converter as well? Don't want no fires! Thanks for the help.
@ibrahimmughalibrahim41196 жыл бұрын
I'm from Europe in Italy
@TheFriendlyReviewer6 жыл бұрын
Italy is definitely on my list to visit some day
@KX365 жыл бұрын
@@TheFriendlyReviewer I think Italian power sockets are... interesting. Maybe not the safest per se, but at least... unusual. I don't know how much has switched over to the safer europlug now anyway.
@mahsiseua3 жыл бұрын
still dont have ground & not safe
@NikiWinProd2 жыл бұрын
1000th like
@Youtube_deleted_my_favourites4 жыл бұрын
that beacon of a light is no good through the night...
@Sloyment3 жыл бұрын
These adapters are not safe. Especially it is not safe to connect an American plug, rated 125 V, to 230 V.
@amybrown29966 жыл бұрын
You can find cheaper price on the same quality here
@btstrash61106 жыл бұрын
Asia??🤷🏻♀️
@shamikbera96175 жыл бұрын
Most of them will work the same
@ErikPT7 ай бұрын
@@shamikbera9617I’ll visit Korea is this compatible?
@baloshiwashoken43094 жыл бұрын
Model, he 120100u
@kierantvyoutube35914 жыл бұрын
The uk plug has no earth or ground wire your plug to your laptop required a ground earth and the shape of the earth pin is terrible for uk sockets tgis is a breach of uk safety
@aimeethomson78064 жыл бұрын
...kettle adapter plug
@Djmaxofficial5 жыл бұрын
This is dangerous. There's no ground.
@RedroomStudios5 жыл бұрын
BS
@kirbyman1kanden7pf5 жыл бұрын
Dangerous
@samibichumani11764 жыл бұрын
It says ALL IN ONE but misses India!!!!! Very much all-in-one.....
@Arrgesh15 жыл бұрын
ground defeated
@baloshiwashoken43094 жыл бұрын
Technosat
@nikiamz65016 жыл бұрын
Yes but it's really dangerous!
@davidkinkade38846 жыл бұрын
it's no gourd/earth
@yauvrukartal976 жыл бұрын
Way is it dangerous?
@RedroomStudios5 жыл бұрын
@@davidkinkade3884 a ground plug makes absolutely no difference when you are using an appliance correctly. the vast majority of things people will be using this for dont even have a ground plug on their device.