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Where can we find thost darn US-UK plug converters?
« on: August 25, 2005, 04:10:44 PM »
Hi All,

I have tried Currys and some hardware store that was next door to it in Feltham and have not been able to find these little things. Anyone know a place where I could pick a few up?

Thanks,
R

PS: Yes, I am here. Arrived monday last week. Finally got phone, dsl and tv setup via telewest. So far so good! 8)
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Re: Where can we find thost darn US-UK plug converters?
« Reply #1 on: August 25, 2005, 04:14:32 PM »
Maplins has them.  :)
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Re: Where can we find thost darn US-UK plug converters?
« Reply #2 on: August 25, 2005, 04:14:52 PM »
Try Milletts or somewhere that sells travel gear.  I know our Millets stocks them. 

 
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Re: Where can we find thost darn US-UK plug converters?
« Reply #3 on: August 25, 2005, 04:20:41 PM »
Dixons

oh, and the airports.  :)
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Re: Where can we find thost darn US-UK plug converters?
« Reply #4 on: August 25, 2005, 04:22:59 PM »
Thanks for the info... and so quick! ;D

I can't believe these things are going for 2.99 a pop! Maybe the deal I found on ebay UK was good after all (50p each!)
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Re: Where can we find thost darn US-UK plug converters?
« Reply #5 on: August 25, 2005, 04:59:08 PM »
Ryman has them in London.. I saw some today in the Post Office.  Just keep your eyes open, especially at places that sell office supplies.
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Re: Where can we find thost darn US-UK plug converters?
« Reply #6 on: August 25, 2005, 05:33:43 PM »
I've seen them in larger Boots....
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Re: Where can we find thost darn US-UK plug converters?
« Reply #7 on: August 25, 2005, 06:04:44 PM »
Argos has a couple of them
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Re: Where can we find thost darn US-UK plug converters?
« Reply #8 on: August 26, 2005, 12:25:33 AM »
Quote from: saucywitch on August 25, 2005, 04:14:32 PM
Maplins has them.  :)

Assuming that you need just the plug adapter, not a transformer to convert to 120 volts:

http://www.maplin.co.uk/module.aspx?ModuleNo=29828&doy=26m8


To be honest, most of these adapters are of mediocre quality at best, and if you need a large number of them it's going to work out rather expensive.

For things which will run directly on 240V and which you don't plan on repatriating to America any time in the near future, I'd consider simply cutting off the plug and wiring to a British plug instead.  The standard plug is much cheaper than an adapter, and it isn't difficult to wire.  Once you've done a couple you'll soon get the hang of it.

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Re: Where can we find thost darn US-UK plug converters?
« Reply #9 on: August 26, 2005, 08:16:22 AM »
Thats a great idea. For some of the cords, this would probably be the best option.

With most of these cords, I can actually just get the power cable part - although that is likely to cost the same as a adapter.

I plan on going to the bentalls centre in kingston today.... maybe I can find something there that will do the job at a reasonable price. Althought from what I can see, bentalls is probably not the place for bargain hunters.

Thanks,
R
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Re: Where can we find thost darn US-UK plug converters?
« Reply #10 on: October 02, 2005, 05:15:17 PM »
I got a Tacima Voltage converter from Maplin's, it seems alright, does anyone else have any reccomendations?
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