Charging the iPad 4 when visiting Liechtenstein

Instructions on how to charge the iPad 4 from a Liechtenstein power outlet using the Apple Lightning connector and a Type C power adapter and how to charge the iPad 4 using a three pinned Type J power plug.

Liechtenstein power outlet

Various combinations of frequencies and region codes can often cause confusion when planning on visiting a different country, especially if you've never visited before. With only a handful of different types of common standards being used throughout the world this article shows exactly what you'll need to purchase in advance to power the iPad 4 in Liechtenstein. When you're visiting Liechtenstein this page has useful instructions showing you how to power your iPad 4 using the standard J or C type 230 volt 50Hz plug outlets. You will discover that power will change depending on which area you are visiting so please read the Europe page for a complete list of countries. If you are visiting Liechtenstein from a different country please ensure that your iPad 4 can be used with a 240v supply. If the iPad 4 was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) make sure that the iPad 4 is dual-voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional power converter to avoid the device from overheating whilst powering it up. If you are planning on staying in a place like Schaan we recommend reading the Liechtenstein Wikipedia web page [1] for more indepth information. These instructions assume you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPad 4.

Charging the iPad 4 in Liechtenstein

Can you use the iPad 4 in Liechtenstein?

Yes, you can connect the iPad 4 to a Liechtenstein power outlet.

What is the best power adapter for recharging the iPad 4 in Liechtenstein?

If travelling to more than one country then the best international travel charger for Liechtenstein is a multiple USB port adapter which includes swappable plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. There are two different standards of wall outlets that Liechtensteiners use (J and C) and bringing this will ensure that you are covered for type C. Because these types of chargers come with interchangeable pins and handle 100 volts to 240 volts it makes them ideal for over 100 countries in North America, Europe, Asia and Africa simply by switching the supplied heads. If your iPad 4 can support Fast Charge (not all USB devices will) then you'll benefit from quicker charging times by using one of these types of power adapters, and support for more power hungry devices. This will allow you to recharge multiple devices at once without needing to buy multiple travel chargers or using up additional wall outlets. Because you are only needing to bring a single lightweight travel charger will help keep the overall size and weight down, making it perfect to store in hand luggage as well as being convenient for recharging your iPad 4 at the airport or on a plane. Due to their flexibility these types of power chargers can be used when back at home not just abroad so when you’re not travelling they can be used overnight charging multiple tablets and smartphones using just a single plug socket.

We suggest searching for an adaptable travel adapter like this online. The travel adapter illustrated here is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested for charging multiple USB devices in numerous countries on a daily basis.

Alternative travel adapter for Liechtenstein

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country who only have USB devices such as the iPad 4, but for visitors also wanting to use their domestic plugs the following power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power strips offer surge protection which can be necessary for visitors of regions with unstable power supplies. These travel adapters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering both Liechtenstein and over 150 countries around the world:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK travel converter has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the most popular portable option for travellers originating from North America going to Liechtenstein using type B US plug sockets.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Likewise having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the travel adapter from Orico is also aimed at travellers originating from the US using type B plugs and offers almost the same set of features as the BESTEK with just one less AC outlet for almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 2 AC outlets but offers 5 USB charging ports. This versatile power strip is compatible with both American plugs and popular plug types A, D,E/F, G, H, I, L and N making it ideal for most travellers from around the world visiting Liechtenstein. [8] [AD]
What is the best power adapter for recharging the iPad 4 in Liechtenstein?

Powering the iPad 4 with a Liechtenstein power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type C Europlug USB adapter

Instructions on how to charge the iPad 4 from a Liechtenstein power outlet using the Apple Lightning connector and a Type C power adapter.

  1. In order to power the iPad 4 using the Liechtenstein power outlet you'll need a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (Apple typically supply this USB cable when you purchase the iPad 4).
  2. Start by taking the Type C USB power plug adapter and inserting it in the Liechtenstein power outlet. You can identify this plug outlet by 2 circular holes adjacent to each other where the two plug outlet pins go.
  3. Then connect one end of the Lightning charging cord into the bottom of the mains USB charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad 4. The iPad 4 lightning connector is found at the base of the iPad 4.
  4. Switch on the Liechtenstein power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which you'll find in the top right hand corner of the iPad screen will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPad 4 is charging, typically taking around 1 - 4 hours to completely recharge. [AD]
Powering the iPad 4 with a Liechtenstein power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type C Europlug USB adapter

Powering the iPad 4 with a Liechtenstein power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type J USB adapter

A guide showing how to recharge the iPad 4 with a Liechtenstein power outlet with a USB Lightning cable and a three pin Type J USB charger.

  1. If you want to supply power to the iPad 4 from the Liechtenstein power outlet you will need a Type J USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (Apple will usually supply the USB cable when you first purchase your iPad 4).
  2. First you'll need to insert the Type J USB power plug adapter into the Liechtenstein power outlet. The hexagon shaped power outlet (technically known as a Type J power outlet [6]) can be identified by the three holes forming a flattened triangular configuration for live, neutral and ground pins.
  3. Connect the USB end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the bottom of the USB mains adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad 4. The iPad 4 lightning connector can be found at the bottom of the iPad 4.
  4. Turn on the Liechtenstein power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right hand corner of your tablet will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPad is powering up which takes between one to four hours to recharge to full capacity. [AD]
Powering the iPad 4 with a Liechtenstein power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type J USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Liechtenstein Wikipedia web page
  2. Apple - official iPad user guide
  3. iec.ch - Type C power outlet
  4. Type C USB power plug adapter - Conforming to Europlug specifications, the Type C USB power plug adapter incorporates two 4 mm rounded pins spaced 19 mm apart. It is engineered to adapt electrical outlets commonly found in Europe, converting them to USB-compatible charging ports..
  5. USB to Apple Lightning cable - The Apple Lightning cable is a charging and syncing cable for more recent Apple devices and connects compatible iPhones and iPads to a USB port.
  6. iec.ch - Type J power outlet
  7. Type J USB power plug adapter - Type J USB chargers have three rounded pins placed in a flattened triangular pattern with the top pin acting as an earth.
  8. 4 Port USB Wall Charger - A 4-port USB wall charger is an electrical device that provides simultaneous charging for up to four USB-compatible devices. It often includes interchangeable international plug adapters for global use..