American plugs, how they are structured and how they differ from Europ

Le spine americane, come sono strutturate e in cosa si differenziano da quelle europee

American plugs, how they are structured and how they differ from European ones

If one of your plans is that of an upcoming trip to the USA, there is an accessory in your suitcase that you must not forget: the power socket adapter .

In fact, to use your electronic devices in New York, San Francisco or Los Angeles you need specific devices to be able to use the plugs that are characterized by two reed outputs, parallel and thin, even thinner than the English ones.

Another thing to take into consideration is the difference in voltage at which the current travels. If in Europe we are talking about 220-240 V, in the States the current travels at 115-120 V. Most electronic devices today are multivoltage (tablets, PCs, cell phones, etc.), this means that it adapts without problems, but there are devices that need a transformer (electric razors, hair dryers, etc.) to work at their best.

Obviously we must also think about the reverse option. That is what happens in the case of products that are purchased in the USA and brought to Italy. First of all, it is necessary to make sure that they are compatible with Italian standards and then, once in Italy, evaluate the need to purchase an adapter with a European plug and a transformer.

Do you also know who American flying plugs come in handy? To those who give new life to design lamps, vintage or not, of which the Americans are careful researchers.

In short, there are a thousand reasons to have something to do with this product that you find online on our portal and in via Piave in Catania in our store.

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