Charging the iPad Air 2 when planning a trip to Slovakia

Instructions showing you how to power an iPad Air 2 from a Slovak power outlet with the USB Lightning Apple cable with a Europlug Type C power adapter and how to power an iPad Air 2 using a 2 pin Type E power adapter.

Slovak power outlet

Complicated combinations of region codes and voltages can all lead to confusion when planning to travel to a new country, especially if you've never been there before. This page was written to stop people worrying if they'll be able to charge the iPad Air 2 abroad.The following guide tells you exactly what you'll need to power your iPad Air 2 when travelling to Slovakia using the types E or C 230 volt 50Hz wall outlets. Most power is different regionally therefore we suggest reading the Europe page for a complete list of regions and countries. When travelling to Slovakia from a different country please check the iPad Air 2 can be used with a 240 volt supply. If your iPad Air 2 was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 120 volts double check the device is dual voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional power transformer to avoid the device from over-heating whilst powering it up. These instructions assume that you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on an iPad Air 2.

Charging an iPad Air 2 in Slovakia

Can you use an iPad Air 2 in Slovakia?

You can use an iPad Air 2 in Slovakia by using a power adaptor.

What is the best travel charger for recharging an iPad Air 2 in Slovakia?

If you are travelling to more than one country then the best travel charger for Slovakia to buy is a multiple USB adapter which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. Slovaks use two different types of power outlets (types E and C) and using a travel adapter like this will ensure that you are covered for type C. As these chargers come with interchangeable pins and can handle 100 volts - 240 volts it makes them ideal for over 100 countries in Europe, Asia, North America and Africa simply by switching the included plugs over. If your type of iPad Air 2 is compatible with Fast Charge (please note not all USB devices can) then you'll benefit from faster charging times by using one of these USB power adapters along with compatibility with certain power hungry devices.

This will also allow you to charge more than one device simultaneously without needing to buy individual travel chargers. By only bringing a single international travel charger will also keep the size and weight down, making it perfect to store in hand luggage while travelling. Because of their versatility these types of travel chargers can be used when back at home so when you’re not travelling they can sit overnight charging multiple smartphones and tablets with just a single power outlet.

For those travelling to different destinations we suggest searching for a flexible travel charger like this at your preferred electronics retailer. The multipurpose power adapter illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully with multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries.

Alternative travel adapter for Slovakia

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country who only have USB devices such as the iPad Air 2, but for those also wanting to use their domestic plugs the following power strips provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power converters offer surge protection which can be useful for visitors of regions with unreliable power grids. These power converters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover both Slovakia and over 150 destinations:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK travel converter has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the best selling compact option for travellers originating from America going to Slovakia using 3 pin type B plug sockets.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Also having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the travel adapter from Orico is also aimed at travellers originating from America using type B plugs and is a cheaper alternative to the BESTEK with only 1 less AC outlet for almost half the price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 2 AC outlets but offers a more flexible 5 USB charging ports. This versatile power strip is compatible with both American plugs and popular plug types A, D,E/F, G, H, I, L and N making it perfect for most travellers from around the world visiting Slovakia. [8] [AD]
What is the best travel charger for recharging an iPad Air 2 in Slovakia?

How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your iPad Air 2 from a Slovak power outlet

Using a Lightning connector with a Europlug Type C power adapter to recharge your iPad Air 2 with a Slovak power outlet.

  1. In order to supply power to the iPad Air 2 using the Slovak power outlet you will need to use a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] - this USB cable is normally already included with the device by Apple.
  2. Begin the process by plugging the Type C USB power plug adapter into the Slovak power outlet. The wall outlet is identified by the 2 round holes adjacent to each other where the twin pins slide into.
  3. Plug in one end of the USB Lightning cable into the bottom of the USB charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on an iPad Air 2. The iPad Air 2 lightning connector is found at the bottom of the iPad Air 2.
  4. Switch on the Slovak power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which you'll find in the top right hand corner of your iPad screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the tablet is recharging, typically taking between 60 to 240 minutes to fully recharge to full capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your iPad Air 2 from a Slovak power outlet

Charging an iPad Air 2 from a Slovak power outlet by using a two pinned Type E USB adapter

Instructions showing how to recharge your iPad Air 2 with a Slovak power outlet using a Lightning connector with a Type E USB charger.

  1. If you want to power your iPad Air 2 from a Slovak power outlet you'll need a Type E USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (this USB cable is normally already included with the device by Apple).
  2. Begin the process by plugging the Type E USB power plug adapter into the Slovak power outlet. You can recognise this plug supply by the two large adjacent holes next to each other where the twin pins slide into along with a metal earth pin protruding in the top in a triangular configuration.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the USB power adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on an iPad Air 2. The iPad Air 2 lightning connector is found at the base of the iPad Air 2.
  4. Switch on the Slovak power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right corner of the iPad will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPad Air 2 is powering up and takes around 1-4 hours to recharge. [AD]
Charging an iPad Air 2 from a Slovak power outlet by using a two pinned Type E USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Slovak country wikipedia page
  2. Apple - official iPad user guide
  3. iec.ch - Type C power outlet
  4. Type C USB power plug adapter - Conforming to Europlug specifications, the Type C USB power plug adapter incorporates two 4 mm rounded pins spaced 19 mm apart. It is engineered to adapt electrical outlets commonly found in Europe, converting them to USB-compatible charging ports..
  5. USB to Apple Lightning cable - The Apple Lightning cable is a charging and syncing cable for more recent Apple devices and connects compatible iPhones and iPads to a USB port.
  6. iec.ch - Type E power outlet
  7. Type E USB power plug adapter - Meeting CEE 7/5 and CEE 7/6 standards, the Type E USB power plug adapter uses the Schuko standard with two round pins and an earthing hole. It adapts European outlets such as Germany to USB-standard ports for USB device charging..
  8. 4 Port USB Wall Charger - A 4-port USB wall charger is an electrical device that provides simultaneous charging for up to four USB-compatible devices. It often includes interchangeable international plug adapters for global use..