How to charge the iPad Air in Guadeloupe

A page on how to power your iPad Air from a Guadeloupe power outlet with an Apple USB Lightning cable with a 2 pinned Type E USB adapter, powering the iPad Air using a 2 pinned Type C Europlug USB adapter and charging the iPad Air using a 3 pinned Type D USB charger

Guadeloupe power outlet

Different region codes and plugs can often be daunting when planning on travelling to another country, especially for the first time traveller. With only a handful of different types of standards used in the world this guide shows exactly what you'll need in advance to power your iPad Air in Guadeloupe. The following step by step instructions tells you what you'll need to supply power to your iPad Air when you're travelling to Guadeloupe by using their D, C or E type 230 volt 50Hz power outlets. When you are travelling to Guadeloupe from another region please ensure the iPad Air can be charged using a 240 volt supply. If the iPad Air originated in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110 volts) make sure that your device is dual-voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional transformer to stop the device from overheating when powering up. These instructions assume that you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPad Air.

Charging the iPad Air in Guadeloupe

Can the iPad Air be used in Guadeloupe?

Yes, you can use the iPad Air in Guadeloupe.

What is the best travel adapter for the iPad Air in Guadeloupe?

If travelling with more than your iPad Air then the best international travel power adapter for Guadeloupe to buy is a multiple USB port adapter which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. Guadeloupians use three different types of plug sockets (D, C and E) and bringing this will ensure that you are covered for type C.

As these types of chargers come with interchangeable plugs and can handle from 100 volts to 240 volts it makes them ideal for multiple countries around the world simply by switching the plugs. If your model of iPad Air can support Fast Charge (please note that not all USB devices do) then you'll benefit from much faster recharging times with one of these power chargers plus support for certain power demanding devices like tablets.

Unlike other travel adapters this means you can power multiple devices at once without needing to pack seperate power chargers for your trip to Guadeloupe or occupying additional power outlets. By only packing a single lightweight travel charger will help keep the weight down, making it perfect to store in hand baggage and convenient for recharging your iPad Air at the airport or on the plane. Because of their space saving versatility these types of travel adapters can be used when back at home so when you’re not on holiday they can be used overnight charging multiple phones and tablets without using up an additional wall outlet.

We suggest buying this type of flexible power charger online, the multipurpose travel adapter illustrated here is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested with multiple USB devices in numerous countries.

Alternative travel adapter for Guadeloupe

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 iPad Air, however for those also wishing to use their domestic plugs the following power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power converters offer surge protection which is useful for travellers to regions with unstable power grids. These travel converters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover Continental Europe, North America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 destinations:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK international travel converter has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the most popular compact power converter for travellers originating from America visiting Guadeloupe.
  • 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 North America using type B plugs. This offers almost the same set of features as the BESTEK with only one less AC outlet for almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 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 perfect for most travellers from around the world visiting Guadeloupe. [10] [AD]
What is the best travel adapter for the iPad Air in Guadeloupe?

How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPad Air from a Guadeloupe power outlet

Using a USB Lightning cable with a Type C power charger to power your iPad Air from a Guadeloupe power outlet.

  1. To supply power to the iPad Air using a Guadeloupe power outlet you will need a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] - Apple should usually supply this cable with your iPad Air.
  2. Plug in the Type C USB power plug adapter in the wall outlet. You can identify this wall supply by 2 holes next to each other for live and neutral.
  3. Connect the USB end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the bottom of the mains USB adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Air. The iPad Air lightning connector is found at the base of the iPad Air.
  4. Switch on the Guadeloupe power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right hand corner of the iPad Air will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPad is charging which should take roughly 1 to 4 hours to fully recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPad Air from a Guadeloupe power outlet

Charging the iPad Air from a Guadeloupe power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type D USB adapter

Instructions on how to recharge your iPad Air from a Guadeloupe power outlet with the Lightning Apple cable with a 3 pinned Type D USB adapter.

  1. If you want to power your iPad Air using a Guadeloupe power outlet you will need a Type D USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] - Apple should usually supply this cable when you first purchase your iPad Air.
  2. Begin by inserting the Type D USB power plug adapter in the wall outlet. You can recognise the plug outlet by the 3 holes in a triangle configuration.
  3. Connect the USB end of the Apple USB Lightning charging cable into the USB power charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Air. The iPad Air lightning connector can be found at the base of the iPad Air.
  4. Switch on the Guadeloupe power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which you'll find in the top right corner of your tablet screen will display a charge icon to indicate that the tablet is powering up which takes roughly 60-240 minutes to recharge. [AD]
Charging the iPad Air from a Guadeloupe power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type D USB adapter

Powering the iPad Air with a Guadeloupe power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type E USB adapter

A page on how to power your iPad Air from a Guadeloupe power outlet with an Apple USB Lightning cable with a 2 pinned Type E USB adapter.

  1. In order to charge your iPad Air from a Guadeloupe power outlet you will need a Type E USB power plug adapter [9] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (normally included with your device by Apple).
  2. Begin by inserting the Type E USB power plug adapter in the Guadeloupe power outlet. You can identify this wall supply by two holes 19mm apart from each other for live and neutral with one metal earth pin protruding in the top forming a triangle shape.
  3. Then connect one end of the USB Apple power cord into the USB power charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Air. The iPad Air lightning connector is found at the bottom of the iPad Air.
  4. Turn on the Guadeloupe power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which you'll find in the top right corner of your tablet screen will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPad is charging taking between 60-240 minutes to recharge. [AD]
Powering the iPad Air with a Guadeloupe power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type E USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Wikipedia entry about Guadeloupe
  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 D power outlet
  7. Type D USB power plug adapter - Designed for usage in South Asian countries such as India and Nepal, the Type D USB power plug adapter offers a practical solution for converting local 3-prong grounded outlets into USB ports, providing reliable charging for a range of USB devices..
  8. iec.ch - Type E power outlet
  9. 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..
  10. 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..