Help identifying power adapter please
 

I'm just sorting through all of my electronics and accessories that I'll be packing for Italy next month and I have what I believe to be a universal AC adapter plug for my camera's battery that I'll be packing with me. I've attached a photo within this message; it has all the relevant input/output voltage info.

It comes with about a half dozen different electrical adapters, but the stupid thing is that none of them are labeled; at least not for laymans like myself.

They're identified by letters rather than countries/region:
A-4, G-1 (1x JC A-2 and 1x JC A-4), K-1 (not sure why I have two of these that appear identical), N-1, U-1, and one for N. America which I use regularly.

To simplify things, I've attached a photo of all of the adapters and I would greatly appreciate it if you could take a quick look and help me to identify the correct one to use in Italy.

I have a feeling that it's one of the two G-1 adapters, but I'd like to be absolutely certain and I'd also like to know whether I need to pack the A-2 or A-4 version (or both).

Thanks so much for taking the time to look at the photos and help me to figure this out; I really appreciate it!

Ciao,
Oliver

Oh nice, I didn't realize the photos would automatically appear within the post!

This is the backside of the 2 adapters labeled APD-G-1:

The G-1 adapters look right to me. Look at this diagram:

http://www.adaptelec.com/index.php?m...roducts_id=304

The two with the checkmark are what you'll most commonly find in Italy. That middle prong is a ground plug, so things will obviously work without it, but you won't be grounded so be careful.

FWIW, I've also seen plenty of the CEEE7/4 "German" plugs (top row, #3 on the diagram). They're usually for higher wattage devices and small appliances, like toasters and blowdryers.

PS don't bring your blowdryer to Italy. That adapter you have is not a voltage converter, and you'll fry the blowdryer unless it can work on 220V. Use what's in your hotel room instead.

Thanks so much! I guess I'll just pack both G adapters and hope that one works. I know that our hotel has adapters as well, but I worry that whichever type the concierge provides might not be compatible with my camera's AC adapter, since it slides directly into the back of the unit. I'd be heartbroken to find that I couldn't use my X-100 for photos on the trip because I was unable to charge it.

It seems that "L" is the standard adapter for Italy, but strangely, I don't seem to have one labeled as such; despite it looking almost identical to my "G" adapters. I wonder if each manufacturer uses different letters and codes?

I'm guessing that plugging either of the G adapters (JC A-2 or JC A-4) won't put any of my electronics/gear at risk...

As for hairdryers, I'm definitely using the hotels. We're staying at the Gritti in Venice so I'm not worried about any of the in-room amenities.

For your camera charger be certain it is marked for 220V operation. Most chargers are, since it's a rectifier circuit anyway, but don't assume it.

Just check it out here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mains_...nd_frequencies

Check the input voltage of all your power supplies. 100-230V is pretty much the norm these days and should work pretty much anywhere. Do check how much your adapter can take in terms of power (watts) (which should be the case, unless you bring your blender along on the trip :D).

Most AC-DC stuff does, but a lot of things that my wife would normally pack for a trip in the US - blow dryer, curling iron, etc - are often single voltage only AC items. In that case, you'd need a voltage adapter that can handle the current rating on the device, or to just leave the thing at home (like we normally do). I'm only putting that out there so that OP doesn't plug it in and immediately fry the thing.

Or are you telling me you don't have a travel blender? :D

The back of the charger (if that's the device at the top of the picture) says it is good for 100-230V

Possibly, I just don't want to be the guy that told OP how to fry his stuff :)