Charging a Kindle Fire when visiting Azerbaijan

Using USB micro Type B cable with a three pin Type C Europlug power charger to recharge a Kindle Fire with an Azerbaijani power outlet and charging a Kindle Fire using a double pin Type F Schuko power plug.

Azerbaijani power outlet

Various voltages and plugs can often be daunting when planning on staying in a foreign country especially if you've never been there before. This isn't as complicated as it first appears, with only a handful of different types of common standards used throughout the world this article shows exactly what to pick up in advance to power the Kindle Fire in Azerbaijan. This step by step guide will show how to power your Kindle Fire when you're travelling to Azerbaijan by using their Type F or C Azerbaijani 230 volt 50Hz wall outlets. If travelling to Azerbaijan from another region double check the Kindle Fire can be charged using a 240v supply. If it originated in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110 volts) double check your Kindle Fire is dual voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional power transformer to prevent the device from over-heating when charging it.

The following instructions show how to connect the Azerbaijani power outlet to the Kindle Fire. This guide assumes that you are using the most recent version of the operating system for the Kindle tablet, however if not visit Amazon for the most recent Kindle Fire update to ensure you have all the latest set of features for your tablet. For further information go to the Amazon site for the Kindle Fire device support [2] .

Charging a Kindle Fire in Azerbaijan

Can you use a Kindle Fire in Azerbaijan?

Yes, you can connect a Kindle Fire to an Azerbaijani power outlet.

What is the best power charger for recharging a Kindle Fire in Azerbaijan?

When travelling to more than one country the best international travel charger for Azerbaijan is a multiple USB port adapter which includes swappable plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. Azerbaijanis use two different standards of wall outlets (F and C) and using a power adapter like this ensures that you are covered for type C.

As these types of chargers are supplied with interchangeable pins and can handle from 100 - 240 volts will mean that you can travel to over 100 countries around the world just by changing the plugs over. If your model of Kindle Fire is compatible with Fast Charge then you'll benefit from much faster recharging times with one of these USB travel chargers and additional compatibility with certain power demanding devices like tablets.

Unlike other chargers this means you can charge more than one device simultaneously without needing to pack seperate travel adapters for your Azerbaijani trip or occupying additional wall sockets. By only packing a single international USB travel charger will help keep the weight and size down, making it ideal to store in hand baggage whilst travelling as well as being on hand for recharging your Kindle Fire at the airport or on a flight. Because of their flexibility these types of travel chargers can be used when you return home so when you’re not travelling they can be used overnight charging multiple smartphones and tablets without needing an additional plug socket.

We suggest searching for an adaptable travel adapter like this online. The travel adapter illustrated here is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested for recharging multiple USB devices in numerous countries on a daily basis.

Alternative travel adapter for Azerbaijan

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 Kindle Fire, but for visitors also wishing to use their domestic plugs the following power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power converters offer surge protection which can be useful for travellers to regions with unreliable or unstable power supplies. These power adapters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover both Azerbaijan and over 150 countries around the world:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK international travel converter has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the best selling portable option for travellers originating from America visiting Azerbaijan.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Also having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the Orico travel adapter is also aimed at travellers from the US using type B plugs. This offers the same functionality as the BESTEK with one less AC outlet at almost half the price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 2 AC outlets but offers a generous 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 most travellers from around the world visiting Azerbaijan. [8] [AD]
What is the best power charger for recharging a Kindle Fire in Azerbaijan?

Charging a Kindle Fire from an Azerbaijani power outlet by using a two pinned Europlug Type C USB adapter

Using USB micro Type B cable with a three pin Type C Europlug power charger to recharge a Kindle Fire with an Azerbaijani power outlet.

  1. In order to power a Kindle Fire using the Azerbaijani power outlet you'll need a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Firstly you'll need to insert the Type C USB power plug adapter in the Azerbaijani power outlet. This plug outlet, also called the Europlug, can be identified by the 2 adjacent holes next to each other where the pins go.
  3. Plug in one end of the Type B USB micro cord into the bottom of the USB mains adapter and the other end into the USB charging port on a Kindle Fire.
  4. Switch on the Azerbaijani power outlet.
  5. The battery symbol which is found in the top corner of the Fire display will show a charging icon which indicates that your device is charging.
  6. It will take between 4 hours to 12 hours to completely recharge, but this may be longer depending on the model of Kindle Fire you are charging, the charger strength and if you are using the tablet whilst charging. Please read the Kindle Fire device support [2] for more details on battery life and the charging process. [AD]
Charging a Kindle Fire from an Azerbaijani power outlet by using a two pinned Europlug Type C USB adapter

Charging a Kindle Fire from an Azerbaijani power outlet by using a two pinned Schuko Type F USB adapter

Using Micro USB type B connector and a three pinned Type F power adapter to charge your Kindle Fire from an Azerbaijani power outlet.

  1. To power the Kindle Fire from an Azerbaijani power outlet you will need to buy a Type F USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Start the process by taking the Type F USB power plug adapter and inserting it into the power outlet. The recessed round wall supply, sometimes known as a Schuko plug or Type F power outlet [6], can be identified by two large round holes 19 mm apart from each other and two thin grounding clips on the top and bottom.
  3. Then connect one end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the bottom of the USB mains charger and the other end into the USB charging port on a Kindle Fire.
  4. Turn on the Azerbaijani power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which is found at the top corner of the Fire will show a lightning icon to indicate that the device is charging.
  6. It takes between 4 hours to 12 hours to fully recharge to 100 percent capacity, however this may take longer depending on the model of Fire you have, the strength of the power charger and if you are using the Kindle during the recharging cycle. Please read the Kindle Fire device support [2] for more details on battery life. [AD]
Charging a Kindle Fire from an Azerbaijani power outlet by using a two pinned Schuko Type F USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Azerbaijan wikipedia page
  2. Amazon - Kindle Fire device support
  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 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable - Used to connect USB devices which have a USB Mini-B port to computers, power supplies and other devices.
  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..