Charging your mobile phone from a power outlet in The Grenadines

A page showing how to charge your mobile phone from a Grenadines power outlet with micro USB Type B cord with a three pinned Type E power adapter, how to power any mobile phone using a Type G USB plug and powering any mobile phone using a two pin Type C USB charger

Grenadines power outlet

Different combinations of region codes and plugs can often be daunting when planning to stay in a new country, especially to the first time traveller. These instructions have been written to help assist people wanting to charge the mobile phone when they are abroad.When you are staying in The Grenadines these instructions show powering the mobile phone by using their types G, C, E, I or K 230 volt 50Hz wall outlets, Type G plug outlets will be used by a majority of Vincentians. If you are visiting The Grenadines from another country ensure your mobile phone can accept a 240 volt supply. If your mobile phone was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110v ensure your mobile phone is dual-voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional converter to prevent the device from overheating whilst powering it.

This how-to guide is for a generic mobile phone and assume the phone has a standard micro USB port, Bluetooth connectivity and a headphone socket. For a specific mobile phone please visit the Mobile phones page for a full list of makes and models.

Charging any mobile phone in The Grenadines

Can the mobile phone be used in The Grenadines?

Yes, you can connect any mobile phone to a Grenadines power outlet.

What is the best travel adapter for any mobile phone in The Grenadines?

When travelling to more than one country or bringing more than your mobile phone then the best travel power adapter for The Grenadines is a multiple USB port charger which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. There are five standards of plug sockets in The Grenadines (G, C, E, I and K) and bringing this will ensure that you are covered for both types C and G. As these chargers come with interchangeable pins and handle from 100 to 240 volts will mean you can travel to over 100 countries in Asia, North America, Europe and Africa simply by changing the included plugs over. If your type of mobile phone supports Fast Charge then you'll benefit from much faster charging times by using one of these USB power chargers, plus additional support for certain power hungry devices.

Having a four port adapter means you can recharge multiple devices simultaneously without needing to buy seperate travel chargers on your Grenadines trip. By only bringing a single lightweight USB travel charger will help keep the overall weight down, making it ideal to store in hand luggage while travelling as well as being convenient for recharging your mobile phone at an airport or on the plane. Due to their space saving flexibility these types of power adapters can be used when you return home so when you’re not travelling they can be used under your bedside table charging multiple phones and tablets without needing an additional plug socket.

If you travel regularly we suggest searching for an adaptable travel charger of this nature online; the travel adapter illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully for charging multiple USB devices in numerous countries around the world on a daily basis.

Alternative travel adapter for The Grenadines

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from around the world who only have USB devices such as the mobile phone, but for those also wishing to use their domestic plugs these power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power adapters offer surge protection which is useful when visiting regions with unreliable or unstable power grids. 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 The Grenadines using type B American plug sockets.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Also 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. This is a much cheaper alternative to the BESTEK with just one less AC outlet at almost half the price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 2 AC outlets but offers a more 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 ideal for a majority of travellers from around the world visiting The Grenadines. [11] [AD]
What is the best travel adapter for any mobile phone in The Grenadines?

Powering any mobile phone with a Grenadines power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type G USB adapter

Using micro USB Type B cord with a three pinned Type G power adapter to power any mobile phone with a Grenadines power outlet.

  1. To power your mobile phone using the Grenadines power outlet you will need to use a Type G USB power plug adapter [3] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [4].
  2. Firstly you'll need to plug the Type G USB power plug adapter in the Grenadines power outlet. This power outlet, sometimes known as a Type G power outlet [2], looks like three rectangular slots containing shutters forming a triangle pattern for live, neutral and ground.
  3. Plug in one end of the type B USB micro cable into the bottom of the mains power adapter and the other end into the USB charging port on any mobile phone. These instructions assume your phone uses a Micro USB type B port. Please refer to the instructions supplied with your mobile to check this is correct and visit the Mobile phones page to see if your model is listed (note that you can usually connect the cable supplied with your mobile phone to charge with any USB adapter).
  4. The USB charging port is normally located either on the bottom or side of the mobile.
  5. Turn on the Grenadines power outlet.
  6. The battery indicator on the mobile phone should indicate that the phone is charging, refer to the phone`s instruction manual to find out how long it will typically take. [AD]
Powering any mobile phone with a Grenadines power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type G USB adapter

Charging any mobile phone from a Grenadines power outlet by using a two pinned Europlug Type C USB adapter

A guide showing how to charge your mobile phone with a Grenadines power outlet with USB Micro type B cord with a Europlug Type C USB charger.

  1. To charge any mobile phone from a Grenadines power outlet you will need to use a Type C USB power plug adapter [6] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [4].
  2. Begin the process by taking the Type C USB power plug adapter and inserting it in the Grenadines power outlet. You can recognise this plug supply by the 2 circular adjacent holes next to each other for live and neutral.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB Type B connector into the bottom of the USB power adapter and the other end into the USB charging port on any mobile phone. These instructions assume your phone uses a Micro USB type B port. Please refer to the instructions supplied with your mobile to check this is correct and visit the Mobile phones page to see if your model is listed (please note you can usually connect the cable which came with your mobile phone to charge with any USB adapter).
  4. The USB charging port is typically located either on along one side or on the bottom of the mobile phone.
  5. Turn on the Grenadines power outlet.
  6. The battery indicator on the mobile phone should indicate that the device is charging, refer to your phone`s instruction manual to find out how long it will take. [AD]
Charging any mobile phone from a Grenadines power outlet by using a two pinned Europlug Type C USB adapter

Powering any mobile phone with a Grenadines power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type E USB adapter

A page showing how to charge your mobile phone from a Grenadines power outlet with micro USB Type B cord with a three pinned Type E power adapter.

  1. To power the mobile phone using the Grenadines power outlet you will need to buy a Type E USB power plug adapter [8] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [4].
  2. Plug the Type E USB power plug adapter into the Grenadines power outlet. You can identify the power supply by the two large round adjacent holes next to each other where the live and neutral pins slide into and a single metal grounding pin protruding the top forming a triangular configuration.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable into the bottom of the USB mains charger and the other end into the USB charging port on any mobile phone. These instructions assume your phone uses a Micro USB type B port. Please refer to the instructions supplied with your mobile to check this is correct and visit the Mobile phones page to see if your model is listed (please note you can usually connect the cable which came with your mobile phone for charging with any USB adapter).
  4. The USB charging port is typically located either on along one side or on the bottom of the mobile phone.
  5. Switch on the Grenadines power outlet.
  6. The battery indicator on your mobile phone should indicate that the device is charging, refer to your phone`s instruction manual to find out how long it will take. [AD]
Powering any mobile phone with a Grenadines power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type E USB adapter

Charging any mobile phone from a Grenadines power outlet by using a two pinned Type K USB adapter

Using USB Micro type B cord with a three pinned Type K power adapter to power any mobile phone from a Grenadines power outlet.

  1. To charge any mobile phone from a Grenadines power outlet you will need to use a Type K USB power plug adapter [10] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [4].
  2. Begin the process by taking the Type K USB power plug adapter and inserting it in the Grenadines power outlet. This plug supply (technically called the Type K power outlet [9]) looks like 3 large holes in an upside-down triangular configuration for the live, neutral and ground.
  3. Plug in one end of the type B USB micro cable into the bottom of the USB power adapter and the other end into the USB charging port on any mobile phone. These instructions assume your phone uses a Micro USB type B port. Please refer to the instructions supplied with your mobile to check this is correct and visit the Mobile phones page to see if your model is listed (note that you can usually connect the cable supplied with your mobile phone to charge with any USB adapter).
  4. The USB charging port can typically be found either on the side or bottom of the mobile.
  5. Turn on the Grenadines power outlet.
  6. The battery indicator on the mobile phone should indicate that the phone is charging, refer to the phone`s instruction manual to find out how long it will typically take. [AD]
Charging any mobile phone from a Grenadines power outlet by using a two pinned Type K USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Grenadines country entry on Wikipedia
  2. iec.ch - Type G power outlet
  3. Type G USB power plug adapter - Suitable for use in England, Ireland, and Scotland, a grounded three pin Type G adapter turns UK electrical power outlets into USB ports for reliable charging..
  4. USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable - Used to connect USB devices which have a USB Mini-B port to computers, power supplies and other devices.
  5. iec.ch - Type C power outlet
  6. 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..
  7. iec.ch - Type E power outlet
  8. Type E USB power plug adapter - Meeting CEE 7/5 and CEE 7/6 standards, the Type E USB power plug adapter uses the Schuko standard with two round pins and an earthing hole. It adapts European outlets such as Germany to USB-standard ports for USB device charging..
  9. iec.ch - Type K power outlet
  10. Type K USB power plug adapter - There are three pins on a Type K USB charger comprising of two large rounded pins and a bottom semi-circular grounding pin.
  11. 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..