Charging your iPad Air from a power outlet in San Marino

A page showing how to recharge the iPad Air from a Sammarinese power outlet by using the USB Lightning Apple connector with a three pinned Type L power adapter, charging the iPad Air using a double pinned Type C USB charger and how to power the iPad Air using a Schuko Type F USB plug

Sammarinese power outlet

Various combinations of region codes and voltages can all be confusing when planning on visiting a foreign country, especially to the first time traveller. This guide has been written to prepare travellers wanting to power the iPad Air when they're staying in San Marino.This step by step guide shows you exactly what you'll need to charge the iPad Air when you're travelling to San Marino by using their standard Type F, C or L 230 volt 50Hz wall outlets. You will find power will change from region to region so we suggest reading the power supplies and Europe page for a full list of countries. When visiting San Marino from another country ensure the iPad Air can be used with a 240 volt supply. If it originated in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) make sure that the device is dual voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional power converter to avoid the device from overheating during charging. These instructions assume you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPad Air.

Charging the iPad Air in San Marino

Can you use the iPad Air in San Marino?

You can use the iPad Air in San Marino.

What is the best travel charger for recharging the iPad Air in San Marino?

If travelling to more than one country or bringing along more than your iPad Air the best international travel adapter for San Marino to buy is a multiple USB adapter which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. There are three different types of plug sockets in San Marino (F, C and L) and using a power adapter like this will ensure that you are covered for type C. Because these types of chargers are supplied with interchangeable pins and can handle 100 volts to 240 volts will mean you can travel to over 100 countries in Asia, North America, Europe and Africa simply by switching the supplied plugs over. If your iPad Air can support Fast Charge then you'll benefit from much quicker recharging times by using one of these USB travel chargers, and compatibility with certain power demanding devices like tablets. Having a four port adapter means you can charge more than one device at once without needing to bring individual power adapters or occupying additional power sockets. Only packing a single lightweight USB travel charger will help keep the overall size and weight down, making it perfect to fold up in hand baggage as well as being suitable for charging your iPad Air at the airport or on the plane. Due to their space saving flexibility these types of chargers can be used when back at home not just abroad so when you’re not on holiday they can sit overnight charging multiple smartphones and tablets without needing an additional wall outlet.

We recommend buying a versatile travel charger of this nature online; the multipurpose power adapter illustrated here is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested with multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries on a daily basis.

Alternative travel adapter for San Marino

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from around the world who only have USB devices such as the iPad Air, but for visitors also wishing to use their domestic plugs these power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power strips offer surge protection which can be useful for travellers to counties with unreliable power grids. These power converters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering both San Marino and over 150 destinations:

  • 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 portable option for travellers originating from America going to San Marino.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Likewise having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the travel adapter from Orico is also aimed at travellers originating from the US using type B plugs. This offers the same set of features as the BESTEK with one less AC outlet at almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 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 ideal for a majority of travellers from around the world visiting San Marino. [10] [AD]
What is the best travel charger for recharging the iPad Air in San Marino?

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

Using the Apple USB Lightning connector and a 2 pin Europlug Type C power adapter to recharge your iPad Air with a Sammarinese power outlet.

  1. In order to supply power to your iPad Air from a Sammarinese power outlet you'll need to buy a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] - Apple should normally supply this USB cable with the iPad Air.
  2. Firstly insert the Type C USB power plug adapter into the power outlet. You can recognise the wall outlet by two holes next to each other.
  3. Plug in one end of the Apple Lightning power cord into the bottom of the USB power adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Air. The iPad Air lightning connector can be found at the bottom of the iPad Air.
  4. Switch on the Sammarinese power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right hand corner of your iPad will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPad is recharging, typically taking between one to four hours to completely recharge to full capacity. [AD]
How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPad Air from a Sammarinese power outlet

How to use a Schuko Type F power charger for charging your iPad Air from a Sammarinese power outlet

Using the USB Lightning Apple connector with a double pinned Type F USB adapter to power the iPad Air from a Sammarinese power outlet.

  1. To charge the iPad Air using the Sammarinese power outlet you will need to buy a Type F USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5], the cable is normally already supplied with your iPad Air.
  2. Begin the process by taking the Type F USB power plug adapter and inserting it in the Sammarinese power outlet. You can identify the power supply by the two 4.8mm circular holes 19 mm apart from each other where the twin pins go, plus two grounding clips at the top and bottom.
  3. Connect one end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the USB mains adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Air. The iPad Air lightning connector is situated at the base of the iPad Air.
  4. Switch on the Sammarinese power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right hand corner of your iPad Air screen will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPad Air is powering up which typically takes between 1 to 4 hours to recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
How to use a Schuko Type F power charger for charging your iPad Air from a Sammarinese power outlet

How to use a Type L power charger for recharging your iPad Air from a Sammarinese power outlet

A page showing how to recharge the iPad Air from a Sammarinese power outlet by using the USB Lightning Apple connector with a three pinned Type L power adapter.

  1. In order to power the iPad Air from a Sammarinese power outlet you will need to use a Type L USB power plug adapter [9] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] - typically already included with the iPad Air.
  2. Plug the Type L USB power plug adapter into the power supply. The squashed hexagon shaped plug supply, sometimes known as a Type L power outlet [8], can be recognised by three round holes in a line for live, neutral and earth. Note there are two types of Type L power supply rated for 10 and 16 amps. A 10 amp version has 4mm thick pins spaced 5.5mm apart whilst a 16 amp version has larger 5mm round pins spaced 8mm apart.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB power cable into the mains power charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Air. The iPad Air lightning connector is situated at the base of the iPad Air.
  4. Turn on the Sammarinese power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right corner of the iPad Air screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPad is powering up and takes around one-four hours to recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type L power charger for recharging your iPad Air from a Sammarinese power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Sammarinese country Wiki 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. iec.ch - Type L power outlet
  9. Type L USB power plug adapter - Earthed Type L USB chargers comprise of three 4mm pins placed in parallel 5.5mm apart used in Italy.
  10. 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..