Charging your iPad Mini 2 from a power outlet in Lithuania

A page showing how to charge your iPad Mini 2 with a Lithuanian power outlet with the Apple USB Lightning connector with a Europlug Type C USB charger and powering the iPad Mini 2 using a two pin Type F USB plug.

Lithuanian power outlet

Various combinations of voltages and region codes can all lead to confusion when planning to travel to a new country especially for the first time traveller. These instructions have been written to help assist people wanting to power the iPad Mini 2 abroad.This simple guide will show exactly what you'll need to power your iPad Mini 2 when you are visiting Lithuania using the Type F or C Lithuanian 230 volt 50Hz power outlets. When travelling to Lithuania from a different country please check the iPad Mini 2 can accept a 240v supply. If it originated in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) make sure that the device is dual voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional converter to avoid the device from being damaged when charging it. These instructions assume you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPad Mini 2.

Charging the iPad Mini 2 in Lithuania

Can the iPad Mini 2 be used in Lithuania?

Yes, you can connect the iPad Mini 2 to a Lithuanian power outlet.

What is the best travel charger for recharging the iPad Mini 2 in Lithuania?

If you are travelling with more than your iPad Mini 2 the best international travel charger for Lithuania to buy is a multiple USB adapter which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. There are two different types of power outlets that Lithuanians use (types F and C) and using a travel adapter like this will ensure that you are covered for type C. Because these types of chargers are supplied with interchangeable plugs and handle from 100 volts - 240 volts it makes them ideal for over 100 countries in Asia, North America, Europe and Africa just by switching the supplied plugs over. If your iPad Mini 2 can support Fast Charge (not all USB devices will) then you'll benefit from faster charging times by using one of these travel chargers, plus additional support for certain power hungry devices.

Having a four port adapter means you can recharge multiple devices at the same time without needing to buy individual travel chargers on your trip or using up additional power sockets. Only bringing a single international travel charger will keep the overall weight down, making it ideal to fold up and store in hand baggage whilst travelling. Because of their versatility these types of travel adapters can be used at home not just abroad so when you’re not on holiday they can sit overnight charging multiple tablets, phones and e-readers using just a single power outlet.

We recommend buying this type of versatile power adapter online. The multipurpose power adapter illustrated here is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested for powering multiple USB devices in numerous countries around the world with perfect reliably.

Alternative travel adapter for Lithuania

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 Mini 2, however for visitors also wishing to use their domestic plugs these power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power converters offer surge protection which can be crucial when visiting regions with unreliable power supplies. These power converters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering Continental Europe, America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China 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 best selling compact option for travellers originating from North America visiting Lithuania.
  • 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 America using type B plugs and gives almost the same functionality as the BESTEK with only one less AC outlet at almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 2 AC outlets but offers a flexible 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 perfect for most travellers from around the world visiting Lithuania. [8] [AD]
What is the best travel charger for recharging the iPad Mini 2 in Lithuania?

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

A page showing how to charge your iPad Mini 2 with a Lithuanian power outlet with the Apple USB Lightning connector with a Europlug Type C USB charger.

  1. To charge the iPad Mini 2 from the Lithuanian power outlet you will need to use a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (typically already included with the device by Apple).
  2. Begin by taking the Type C USB power plug adapter and plugging it in the Lithuanian power outlet. You can identify this plug supply by the two round adjacent holes next to each other where the live and neutral pins slide into.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the mains power adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Mini 2. The iPad Mini 2 lightning connector can be found at the bottom of the iPad Mini 2.
  4. Switch on the Lithuanian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right hand corner of your iPad Mini 2 screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPad is powering up and takes around 60 to 240 minutes to fully recharge to full capacity. [AD]
Powering the iPad Mini 2 with a Lithuanian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type C Europlug USB adapter

How to use a Type F power charger for recharging your iPad Mini 2 from a Lithuanian power outlet

A page showing how to charge your iPad Mini 2 from a Lithuanian power outlet with the Apple USB Lightning connector with a two pin Type F USB charger.

  1. In order to supply power to your iPad Mini 2 from a Lithuanian power outlet you'll need a Type F USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5], the USB cable is normally already included with the iPad Mini 2.
  2. Begin the process by plugging the Type F USB power plug adapter into the wall supply. You can recognise this plug supply by the two 4.8mm circular adjacent holes next to each other where the live and neutral pins slide into, plus two grounding clips at the top and bottom.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the mains power charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Mini 2. The iPad Mini 2 lightning connector can be found at the bottom of the iPad Mini 2.
  4. Turn on the Lithuanian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right hand corner of your iPad will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPad Mini 2 is powering up and takes around 60 to 240 minutes to fully recharge to full capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type F power charger for recharging your iPad Mini 2 from a Lithuanian power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Lithuanian country page on Wikipedia
  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 F power outlet
  7. Type F USB power plug adapter - Compliant with Europlugs and CEE 7/17 specifications, the Type F or Schuko adapter is engineered to adapt German electrical power outlets into USB-compatible ports..
  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..