I live in Botswana where the electricity blows US products, would this curler need to be used with a step down adapter?
1360973
It supports 220 voltage.. make sure that the adapter u are using is in good quality so it can handle the heat
659166
I don't think you need a converter, all electronics today have it built-in. The only thing you will need is a 240v curling iron/straightener, even the converter's seem to burn out their motor's. I used the adapter for my phone, kindle, camera, shaver. My wife bought a 240v curling iron someone in our group used their 120v with a converter and it burnt out.
2239015
I would not use this converter with anything certainly not curling irons. I had something plugged in that draws 90 watts (Converter is rated for up to 1600 watts) for about 10 minutes. The converter got so hot the plastic started to melt. This is not a quality converter.
1371174
Yes it is. I took mine to England a few months ago and it worked absolutely fine. My sister loved the curlers so much that I left them there for her, and came back and got myself another set!
1508648
Thus will not work outside US. If you have a step down transformer. It will work.
2042746
Good question, this particular unit is made for 110v -120v, but you will need to use a step down
779564
I only bought the curling iron and it didn't work without an adapter - it is only good for the voltage change.
2097914
it's the power of the plug/voltage. first you need to check which power your country's plugs support. if it matches with the curling iron voltage, you can buy it.
1359421
no way ! don't do it it will melt on your tool like an iron burn clothing when turned up too high -you will have to use old-style curlers- sorry, but i hope this helped
2049720
It doesn't have an adaptable plug and its very similar to a hair dryer so I worry that it would spark or something. I would try to buy one with a UK plug.
2009391
This item is an ADAPTOR not a converter. It adapts the pins of electrical outlets to match different configurations. A voltage CONVERTER adapts the voltage. If your device (look hard) says the voltage is 110-240 then you only need an adapter and not a converter. In my experience, most newer devices from computers and cell phones to curling irons are "dual voltage" as stated above.
794713
I don't think the wattage would be a problem. I used it with a curling iron but the important thing is that the device you are using it with (phone, IPAD, hair appliance, etc.) is capable of dual voltage so it can handle 110 and 220. You will also need a plug adapter to fit another country's wall plugs. If it's not capable of dual voltage you would have a problem.
1883473
This is a dual voltage curling iron, so I would imagine if you bought an adaptor plug that is specific to India, then it should work. Mine, with a European adaptor worked great in Europe.
1346485
Not sure. What kind of power is in use in the Phillipines? If the outlet is like Europe's (recessed) you will need an additional adapter - the pins on the back if the converter are too short (this is actually a safety consideration. If your hair straightener is rated over 1600 watts or if you plan to have it plugged in for over 30 min. I'd recommend NOT using this device. Check power specs on the straightener - some might be able to run 120-240 volts 50-60 Hz. Might have a switch on the device. If in doubt contact the manufacturer of the straightener. Sorry I gave you more questions than answers but that's the best I can do in this case. Not sure. What kind of power is in use in the Phillipines? If the outlet is like Europe's (recessed) you will need an additional adapter - the pins on the back if the converter are too short (this is actually a safety consideration. If your hair straightener is rated over 1600 watts or if you plan to have it plugged in for over 30 min. I'd recommend NOT using this device. Check power specs on the straightener - some might be able to run 120-240 volts 50-60 Hz. Might have a switch on the device. If in doubt contact the manufacturer of the straightener. Sorry I gave you more questions than... » Read More Not sure. What kind of power is in use in the Phillipines? If the outlet is like Europe's (recessed) you will need an additional adapter - the pins on the back if the converter are too short (this is actually a safety consideration. If your hair straightener is rated over 1600 watts or if you plan to have it plugged in for over 30 min. I'd recommend NOT using this device. Check power specs on the straightener - some might be able to run 120-240 volts 50-60 Hz. Might have a switch on the device. If in doubt contact the manufacturer of the straightener. Sorry I gave you more questions than answers but that's the best I can do in this case. « Show Less
1802624
No it will not work, but you can purchase an adapter with step down transformer.
650259
Yes. 120/240V is stamped in little tiny letters on the back of the curling iron.
2184262
Agree with Argenteens answer. I charged my unit in India with a step-down transformer. It worked OK for a couple of days and now the unit never fully charges, drains battery when off the charger and doesn't have enough power to run the brush at normal speed. The unit is essentially ruined.