UK Electric Shaver Toothbrush Adaptor Plug - 2 Pin Plug To 3 Pin Plug Socket Converter Plug - Heavy Duty Razor Shaver Plug - Bathroom Shaver Plug Adaptor UK (WHITE 1 PACK)

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Using the travel form the UK to the USA again, the ‘Step Up’ voltage converter has the 2 pin US connector on it, but actually offers up a 3 pin UK power adapter. However your toothbrush has the 2 pin adapter, so although you are travelling to the USA, you will need the 2 pin to 3 pin adapter. Why are 2 to 3 pin adapters not included with my electric toothbrush or shaver? UK Consumer Protection legislation requires that most domestic electrical goods sold must be provided with fitted plugs to BS1363-1. [6] The exception is that shavers, electric toothbrushes and similar personal hygiene products may be supplied with a Europlug as an alternative to the BS4573 plug (see below). I have a multi-travel adaptor bought at an airport that accepts my UK bathroom plug without problem. But I also have 2 different ones that will not accept it, but they will accept the Euro-plug.(these are the large adaptors that can be used for multiple countries by extending different pin configurations out of the body Why is replacing a shaver plug the most obvious answer for charging outside a bathroom? (genuine question).

Ooh look, first post. Not a proper lurker any more. Had to happen sooner or later, I suppose. Top lurking! Right now, aside from switching to a completely different brand of brush that can charge from the USB port in your van (Sonicare DiamondClean/DiamondClean Smart) you have no other option. Whether the battery life is worse or not as a result of this approach, I can’t say for sure, but I would be surprised. Bathrooms are deivided into designated zones, 0, 1, 2 and regulations cover what type of light, heater other appliances can or cannot be installed in the different zones. To be honest, I would have done the same thing. Aside from the 2 pin AUS power connector, the UK voltage is very similar and will have likely been supported by your charging stand.This is a good question and one I have often thought about myself. Including an adapter in the box would be a nice addition.

Skross Pro World Travel Adapter, 3-pole Travel Adaptor with Slide System, Designed in Switzerland... Strictly speaking, from an Oral-B perspective, there is no option for this at this time. So you cannot charge your current electric toothbrush from a USB port within your van. a b c European Standard EN 50075: Flat non-wirable two-pole plugs, 2.5A 250V, with cord, for the connection of class II-equipment for household and similar purposes. CENELEC, Brussels, 1990. Not an electrician in any sense of the word… just want my toothbrushes to charge and can’t find a “shaver” 2 pin to 3 pin adapter sold now which doesn’t have the extra short 1 amp fuse. The staff in Boots are wrong too. The Genius 9000 is the model they are talking about here. It has a travel case, which has a USB port on it. However, this USB port is like a pass-through power port and does not accept the charge into the case itself.

Europlugs are only designed for low-power (less than 2.5A) ClassII (double-insulated) devices that operate at normal room temperature and do not require a protective-earth connection.

Please note: This information relates to the UK and Europe primarily, America and many other countries differ.

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I would say the hassle of rewiring a plug vs obtaining an adapter is less for many? Is it really safer? KS: there is ONE problem that you might face, and it does not matter if you have a shaver or a toothbrush. The 1 amp fuse is a lot shorter than my standard 3 amp and 5 amp fuses otherwise I would simply change the fuse and see if that worked. Buying more adapters will add to environmental problems caused by the prolifieration of waste electrical equipment. Many homes will however, have spare three pin plugs for reuse.

I really hope all of the above is helpful to you and has answered any questions you may have had about 2 pin plugs and adapters required for electric toothbrushes and similar products like shavers.Fused conversion plugs to BS 1363-5 are available for Europlugs, and equipment fitted with these may be legally sold in the UK. [7] BS4573 (UK shaver) [ edit ]