Charging the iPad Air when visiting Lithuania

Instructions on how to charge your iPad Air from a Lithuanian power outlet using the Apple Lightning connector and a Type C power adapter and how to recharge the iPad Air using a Type F power adapter.

Lithuanian power outlet

Differing combinations of standards and plugs can often cause confusion when planning to visit another country, especially if you've never visited before. When you are travelling to Lithuania this page has useful instructions showing how to supply power to your iPad Air by using the F or C type 230 volt 50Hz wall outlets. Most power sources will vary from region to region therefore please read our Wiki Connections global power sockets guide for a complete list of countries. When you are visiting Lithuania from another region please make sure your iPad Air can be used with a 240 volt supply. If it was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110v ensure that the device is dual-voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional power transformer to stop the device from overheating whilst powering it. If you intend on travelling to a place like Vilnius or Kaunas we also recommend referring to the Lithuania Wikipedia web page [1] for further information on the location. These instructions assume that you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPad Air.

Charging the iPad Air in Lithuania

Can you use the iPad Air in Lithuania?

Yes, you can connect the iPad Air to a Lithuanian power outlet.

What is the best power charger for recharging the iPad Air in Lithuania?

When travelling to more than one country the best international travel charger for Lithuania is a multiple USB port adapter which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. There are two standards of power outlets that Lithuanians use (types F and C) and bringing this will ensure that you are covered for type C. Because these chargers come with interchangeable plugs and handle 100 volts to 240 volts it makes them ideal for multiple countries in North America, Europe, Asia and Africa simply by switching the included heads over. If your iPad Air supports Fast Charge (not all USB devices will) then you'll benefit from much quicker charging times with one of these types of USB power chargers, along with support for certain power hungry devices like tablets. This means you can recharge more than one device at once without needing to pack individual travel adapters for your trip or using up additional wall sockets. Only packing a single international travel charger will help keep the size and weight down, making it ideal to store in hand luggage whilst travelling as well as being on hand for recharging your iPad Air at the airport or on a flight. Because of their flexibility these types of travel chargers can be used back at home so when you’re not travelling they can be used overnight charging multiple phones and tablets without needing an additional plug socket.

For those travelling frequently we suggest buying an adaptable power adapter of this nature online, the power adapter illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested for powering multiple USB devices in numerous different countries with perfect reliably.

Alternative travel adapter for Lithuania

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, however for visitors also wanting to use their domestic plugs the following power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power strips offer surge protection which is necessary when visiting regions with unstable power grids. These travel adapters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering Europe, North America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 countries around the world:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK travel adaptor has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the most popular compact power converter for travellers originating from North America going to Lithuania using type B American plug sockets.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Similarly having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the travel adapter from Orico is also aimed at travellers originating from North America using type B plugs and is a more cost effective alternative to the BESTEK with just 1 less AC outlet for almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 2 AC outlets but offers 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 a wide range of travellers from around the world visiting Lithuania. [8] [AD]
What is the best power charger for recharging the iPad Air in Lithuania?

How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPad Air from a Lithuanian power outlet

Using the Lightning Apple cable with a double pin Type C Europlug USB charger to power the iPad Air with a Lithuanian power outlet.

  1. To power the iPad Air from a Lithuanian power outlet you will need to use a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5], Apple will normally supply this cable when you buy the iPad Air.
  2. Firstly you'll need to insert the Type C USB power plug adapter in the Lithuanian power outlet. This plug outlet, also called the Europlug, can be identified by two holes next to each other where the live and neutral pins sit.
  3. Plug in the USB end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the USB mains charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Air. The iPad Air lightning connector is found at the bottom of the iPad Air.
  4. Turn on the Lithuanian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right corner of your iPad will display a charging icon to indicate that the tablet is powering up and takes between 60 to 240 minutes to completely recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPad Air from a Lithuanian power outlet

Powering the iPad Air with a Lithuanian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

Using a Lightning connector and a two pinned Type F power adapter to charge the iPad Air from a Lithuanian power outlet.

  1. In order to power the iPad Air from the Lithuanian power outlet you'll need a Type F USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (Apple typically supply this USB cable when you purchase your iPad Air).
  2. Begin by taking the Type F USB power plug adapter and inserting it in the Lithuanian power outlet. The sunken round power outlet, sometimes called a Type F power outlet [6] or Schuko plug, can be identified by two large round holes 19 mm apart from each other along with two thin metal grounding clips on the top and bottom.
  3. Then connect one end of the Lightning charging cable into the mains USB charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Air. The iPad Air lightning connector is found at the base of the iPad Air.
  4. Switch on the Lithuanian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which you'll find in the top right corner of the iPad screen will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPad is recharging which should take around 1 - 4 hours to fully recharge. [AD]
Powering the iPad Air with a Lithuanian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Lithuania Wikipedia web 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 F power outlet
  7. Type F USB power plug adapter - Compliant with Europlugs and CEE 7/17 specifications, the Type F or Schuko adapter is engineered to adapt German electrical power outlets into USB-compatible ports..
  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..