Charging your iPhone 5 from a power outlet in Tajikistan

Instructions showing how to power your iPhone 5 with a Tajikistani power outlet using the Apple USB Lightning connector and a Type C Europlug power adapter and charging the iPhone 5 using a two pin Schuko Type F power adapter.

Tajikistani power outlet

Various combinations of voltages and region codes can often be confusing when planning on travelling to a new country especially for the first time traveller. With only a handful of different types of common standards being used in the world this guide tells you exactly what you'll need to buy in advance to charge your iPhone 5 . This page has step by step instructions showing what you'll need to power your iPhone 5 when you are in Tajikistan using the standard F or C type Tajikistani 220 volt 50Hz plug outlets. If you are visiting Tajikistan from another country please check the iPhone 5 can accept a 240v supply. If it was purchased from a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110 volts check the iPhone 5 is dual-voltage (marked with a 100-240 volt notation) otherwise you may need to use an additional transformer to prevent the device from overloading when powering up. If you intend to visit a place like Dushanbe or Khujand we recommend referring to the Tajikistan country wikipedia page [1] for more details prior to visiting the location. These instructions assume that you have installed Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPhone 5.

Charging the iPhone 5 in Tajikistan

Can the iPhone 5 be used in Tajikistan?

Yes, you can connect the iPhone 5 to a Tajikistani power outlet by using a power adaptor.

What is the best travel charger for recharging the iPhone 5 in Tajikistan?

When travelling with more than just your iPhone 5 and visiting more than one country the best international travel charger for Tajikistan to buy is a multiple USB port charger which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. There are two standards of plug sockets that Tajikistanis use (types F and C) and bringing this ensures that you are covered for type C.

As these chargers come with interchangeable pins and handle from 100 - 240 volts it makes them ideal for over 100 countries around the world just by changing the heads. If your type of iPhone 5 supports Fast Charge (not all USB devices will) then you'll benefit from faster recharging times with one of these types of USB power adapters plus additional support for certain power hungry devices.

Unlike other travel chargers having a 4 port adapter means you can recharge multiple devices simultaneously without needing to bring seperate travel adapters or occupying additional wall sockets. Because you are only bringing a single lightweight USB travel charger will help keep the overall weight and size down, making it perfect to fold up in hand baggage as well as being suitable for charging your iPhone 5 at an airport or on the plane. Due to their space saving versatility these types of chargers can be used when you return home not just abroad so when you’re not on holiday they can sit overnight charging multiple phones and tablets using only a single power outlet.

We recommend searching for this type of flexible travel adapter at an electronics retailer. The travel charger illustrated here is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully for charging multiple USB devices in numerous countries around the world.

Alternative travel adapter for Tajikistan

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country wanting to charge devices using USB, but for those also wanting to use their domestic plugs the following power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power adapters offer surge protection which can be crucial when visiting regions with unstable power supplies to prevent damage to any connected devices. These travel adapters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover Continental Europe, America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 destinations:

  • 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 portable power adapter for travellers originating from America going to Tajikistan.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Similarly 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 gives practically the same set of features as the BESTEK with 1 less AC outlet at almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 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 Tajikistan. [8] [AD]
What is the best travel charger for recharging the iPhone 5 in Tajikistan?

How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPhone 5 from a Tajikistani power outlet

Instructions showing how to power your iPhone 5 with a Tajikistani power outlet using the Apple USB Lightning connector and a Type C Europlug power adapter.

  1. To charge the iPhone 5 using the Tajikistani power outlet you will need to buy a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (Apple will typically supply the USB cable when you buy the iPhone 5).
  2. First you'll need to insert the Type C USB power plug adapter in the power outlet. You can recognise the wall outlet by the two round holes next to each other.
  3. Connect the USB end of the Apple power cable into the bottom of the mains power adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 5. The iPhone 5 Lightning connector can be found at bottom of your iPhone 5 under the home button.
  4. Turn on the Tajikistani power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right corner of the mobile screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the phone is charging and takes around 60 to 240 minutes to completely recharge. [AD]
How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPhone 5 from a Tajikistani power outlet

How to use a Schuko Type F power charger for charging your iPhone 5 from a Tajikistani power outlet

Instructions showing how to power the iPhone 5 with a Tajikistani power outlet using the Apple USB Lightning connector and a Type F Schuko power adapter.

  1. In order to supply power to your iPhone 5 from a Tajikistani power outlet you'll need to buy a Type F USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] - typically already included with the iPhone 5.
  2. Begin the process by taking the Type F USB power plug adapter and inserting it in the Tajikistani power outlet. This recessed circular wall outlet (sometimes known as a Schuko plug) can be identified by the two round adjacent holes for live and neutral along with a pair of thin metal grounding clips above and below.
  3. Connect the USB end of the Apple power cable into the bottom of the mains power adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 5. The iPhone 5 Lightning connector can be found at bottom of your iPhone 5 under the home button.
  4. Turn on the Tajikistani power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right corner of the mobile screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the phone is charging and takes around 60 to 240 minutes to completely recharge. [AD]
How to use a Schuko Type F power charger for charging your iPhone 5 from a Tajikistani power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Tajikistan country wikipedia page
  2. Apple - official iPhone 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..