Are you thinking of relocating or traveling to Korea? If you answered yes, you've probably done quite a bit of research on the subject. You might be relocating for business, or maybe you're taking an extended vacation. Whatever your reasons, there's an important factor you may be overlooking - traveling with electronics.
If you plan to stay for an extended period of time, chances are that you'll be traveling with some sort of electronic devices. From an electric razor or hair dryer to a laptop or digital camera, it's nearly impossible to leave home and travel with out bringing along items that require electricity. Herein lies the problem.
In Korea, the standard electrical voltage is different from North America. It is delivered at 220 volts, meaning 220 volts is what comes out of a wall socket or outlet. In North America, electricity is delivered at 110 volts. This causes complications and unexpected inconveniences for travelers who bring electronics along and are not prepared for this change.
When you purchase electronics, voltage is never a concern. This is because electronics are manufactured to operate at the voltage of the country or region on which they are sold. For example, electronics sold in North America are designed to run on a 110 volt electrical standard, while electronics sold in Korea are designed to run on a 220 volt standard. The devices are only intended to function with that specific voltage. In other words, you cannot just take your US purchased Blu-ray Player to Korea and plug it into an outlet to charge - the result could be anything from an immediately ruined player to an electrical fire.
If this is all news to you, don't worry there's no need for alarm. Thankfully, there are solutions to using electronics overseas, with one of the most convenient being voltage converters. Using a voltage converter for Korea will let you to travel with any and all the electronics you need to be comfortable and productive on your trip.
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voltage converter is a device that plugs into an electrical outlet and alters the voltage, allowing you power your electronics the same way you would at home. They are safe, relatively inexpensive and very easy to use. The converter itself plugs right into the wall like any other electronic. The required voltage converters for Korea are called a "step-down" converter. By design, it steps the voltage down from 220 volts to 110 volts. On the front of the converter there are outlets for your devices to plug into, which (thanks to the voltage converter) have an output of 110 volts - the same output required to use your electronics properly, safely and without the risk of damage. It's a very simple and convenient way to use your foreign electronics overseas.
However, there is another factor to using voltage converters and it depends what you're traveling with - wattage. All electrical devices and equipment draw electricity, which is measured in watts. A cell phone charger, clock radio or an electric razor all use a rather low wattage of less than 100 watts. On the other hand, a hair dryer, curling iron or electric blanket draw a much higher wattage - some up to 1,200 watts. If you fail to purchase a converter with a sufficient wattage, you revisit the risk of fire, electrical shock or damage to your devices. To prevent that scenario, it's important to identify the number of watts you'll be using.
Anything that's electric will have a tag on the cord or a label on itself that states the wattage. For example, a hair dryer purchased in North America may have a label reading 110V, 720 watts. The label is telling you that the product was manufactured to operate at 110 volts, and draws 720 watts. Since you'll be using a converter, the 110V mentioned is not important. The fact that is uses 720 watts is quite important however, because with anything less it will not operate.
When purchasing a voltage converter for Korea, it's also very important to use the general rule that the wattage of your converter should be 2 to 3 times higher than whatever you'll be using. Certain electronics require a surge of power to start up, or might use a higher wattage if they're on a higher setting. Because of this, it's important that you have a higher voltage than recommended on the label to ensure there is absolutely zero chance of damage or failure of your electronics. Additionally, the extra voltage allows some flexibility should you need to use a secondary device at the same time.
Ideally, you're going to want to check the electronics you plan to travel with and make a quick, short list of their wattage. If you're bringing a 1,100 watt hair dryer, a 80 watt electric razor, a 190 watt laptop and 650 watt curling iron, you have a total of 2,220 watts. If you planned to use them all in unison you'd need (at least) a 2,500 watt voltage converter - and although it's unlikely you'd use them all at the same time, 2,500 watts is just over double the number of watts used by the hair dryer alone. It's always better to be safe than sorry when determining the wattage of the converter you're going to purchase.
Please keep in mind that while the voltage is different in other countries, often times so are the outlets themselves. There's a whole slough of different types of electrical sockets around the world. If your voltage converter doesn't come with foreign plug adapters than you'll need to purchase one of those as well, which can be picked up relatively cheap; usually less than $5.
Now that you've learned about traveling to foreign countries with electronics all you need to do is figure out your wattage and buy a voltage converter for Korea. At 220-electronics, we sell a wide range of voltage converters for use in all foreign countries. We are specialists in international relocation and have over 30 years of experience. Visit our website at
www.220-Electronics.com to browse and buy from our complete inventory of voltage converters.
When you're looking for appliances and electronics that work anywhere in the world, there's no better place than 220 Electronics. With nearly 40 years of experience, we have served thousands of customers around the globe and earned their trust in finding the products they need at the guaranteed lowest prices. From Multistystem TVs and Region Free Blu-ray players to washing machines, dryers, stoves, refrigerators, small kitchen appliances and even voltage converters - our inventory is second to none and our experience gives us the ability to effectively help you find exactly what you need for almost any application.
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• If you already live in a country that uses 220 or 240 volt electricity, we can offer a bigger and better selection of appliances than you'll find in your local stores, plus worldwide shipping direct to your door.
• If you're planning to move overseas, our relocation specialists can help you decide exactly what you need and you can purchase it all under one roof - we can then ship it all directly to your destination, even in advance of your arrival if needed.
• If you need voltage converters to safely power your foreign electronics or appliances in other countries, we can help you with that also, as we have voltage converters of all styles and sizes from 500-watts up to 25,000 watts.
• And if you're looking for a Multisystem TV or Region-Free Player that can be used anywhere in the world, we have a massive selection at the lowest prices anywhere.
Whether you're moving overseas for work or retirement or simply looking for the best deal and selection on 220 volt appliances, you're in good hands when you choose to shop with 220 Electronics. We carry the latest and most popular models from all the top brand names including GE, Samsung, Sony, Toshiba, Yamaha, Whirlpool, Oppo, Panasonic, LG, Vonshef, KitchenAid, and many more. You'll find the same brands and models available in major outlet stores at a better price and with 220/240 volt compatibility.
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The case of the X-15 provides durable protection against humidity and dust, protecting the sealed solid-state electronics to ensure reliability and a long lifespan. An external cooling fan automatically cools the interior electronics whenever the load exceed 15 amps, or when environmental factors exceed the unit’s recommended operating temperatures. The built-in advanced voltage regulation is another important feature which fully protects your expensive and sensitive audio equipment against power surges and irregularities. This includes under-input as low as 180Vac and over-input up to 265Vac. If the unit ever overloads, short circuits, or exceeds a certain temperature, an audible alarm will sound to notify you. Additionally, an external LED provides visual notifications and temperature status on the display screen.
If you are interested in one of the most versatile, powerful, and capable voltage converters on the market - you need to take a closer look at the Power X Changer X-15. It has an unmatched list of features to guarantee the best performance and functionality available today. 
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If you’re from North America and plan to go to Malaysia for vacation or to live for an extended period, you might need to bring a voltage converter with you. Why, you ask? Because your electronics are not going to work with the 240 Volt electricity in Malaysia. Actually they might work for a very short time (think 30 seconds) before breaking, melting, starting on fire, or even electrocuting you. And let’s face it - nobody wants that!
So what’s the deal? Well it all boils down to the varying voltage used in different regions of the world and how electronics are manufactured for those respective regions.
All electronics which are inteded for sale in North America are designed and manufactured to be used with 110 to 120 volt electricity since Canada, the United States, and Mexico all ultilize this standard voltage. On the other hand, electronics destined to be sold in Europe, the middle-east, and many parts of the far-east are designed and manufactured to be used with 220 to 240 Volt electricity - the standard operating voltage of those regions. Attemping to use your North American electronics with Malaysia's 240 volt electricity means that your device will be getting nearly double the voltage it’s intended to be used at. Since the device can’t handle all of this extra voltage, it gets overloaded by the electricity which causes damage (or the melting, fire, or electrocution we mentioned in the first paragraph).
Now, back to voltage converters. A voltage converter (also known as a voltage transformer) has the ability to convert voltage either up or down in order to achieve a desired voltage output. For example, in Malaysia where the voltage is 240 volts, you will be using your voltage converter to transform the electricity down to 120 volts so your North American electronics can safely be used. This kind of converter is called a step-down converter because it lierally steps the voltage down from a higher level (240 volts) to a lower level (120 volts). The converter itself is very easy to use - you simply plug it into the wall outlet just like any normal electronic device. The converter has multiple outlets built into it where your devices themselves can then be plugged in. The converter acts as a middleman between your device and the wall outlet to control the voltage and ensure your devices are being powered by the proper, safe level of voltage which they were intended for.
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