Charging your iPad Mini from a power outlet in Liechtenstein

Using the USB Lightning Apple cable with a Type C Europlug power charger to charge your iPad Mini with a Liechtenstein power outlet and how to power the iPad Mini using a 3 pin Type J power charger.

Liechtenstein power outlet

Various combinations of region codes and plugs can often be daunting when planning to visit a new country, especially to the first time traveller. These instructions were specifically written to prevent you worrying if you'll be able to charge your iPad Mini abroad.The following instructions will show exactly what you'll need to power your iPad Mini when travelling to Liechtenstein using the types J or C 230 volt 50Hz plug outlets. If you are travelling to Liechtenstein from a different region please check the iPad Mini can be used with a 240 volt supply. If it originated in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) ensure that your iPad Mini is dual voltage (indicated by 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional transformer to prevent the device from overloading whilst powering it up. These instructions assume that you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPad Mini.

Charging the iPad Mini in Liechtenstein

Can the iPad Mini be used in Liechtenstein?

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

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

If travelling with more than just your iPad Mini the best travel charger for Liechtenstein to buy is a multiple USB adapter which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. Liechtensteiners use two different standards of wall outlets (types J and C) and using a travel adapter like this ensures that you are covered for type C.

Because these types of chargers are supplied with interchangeable plugs and can handle 100 volts - 240 volts it makes them ideal for over 100 countries around the world just by switching the supplied plugs. If your iPad Mini can support Fast Charge (note that not all USB devices can) then you'll benefit from faster charging times with one of these types of travel chargers, and compatibility with certain power hungry devices.

This means you can recharge multiple devices simultaneously without needing to bring seperate travel chargers on your Liechtenstein trip. By only bringing a single lightweight USB travel charger will help keep the overall weight down, making it ideal to fold up and store in hand luggage while travelling. Because of their space saving flexibility these types of power adapters can be used at home not just abroad so when you’re not travelling they can sit overnight charging multiple tablets, phones and e-readers with just a single power outlet.

We recommend buying this type of versatile power charger at your preferred electronics retailer. The multipurpose power charger illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested for powering multiple USB devices in numerous different countries.

Alternative travel adapter for Liechtenstein

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country wanting to recharge devices using USB, however for visitors also wishing to use their domestic plugs these power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power strips offer surge protection which can be crucial for visitors of counties with unstable power supplies. These power adapters are supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering both Liechtenstein 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 compact power adapter for travellers originating from North America visiting Liechtenstein 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 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 perfect for most travellers from around the world visiting Liechtenstein. [8] [AD]
What is the best travel charger for recharging the iPad Mini in Liechtenstein?

How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPad Mini from a Liechtenstein power outlet

Using a USB Lightning Apple cable and a Europlug Type C power adapter to power the iPad Mini from a Liechtenstein power outlet.

  1. In order to supply power to the iPad Mini using the Liechtenstein power outlet you'll need 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. Start by plugging the Type C USB power plug adapter into the power outlet. This ungrounded plug supply, sometimes known as a Europlug, can be recognised by 2 round adjacent holes where the plug outlet pins sit.
  3. Connect one end of the USB power cable into the bottom of the USB mains adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Mini. The iPad Mini lightning connector is situated at the base of the iPad Mini.
  4. Turn on the Liechtenstein power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right corner of the tablet will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPad is charging, typically taking between one-four hours to recharge. [AD]
How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPad Mini from a Liechtenstein power outlet

How to use a Type J power charger for recharging your iPad Mini from a Liechtenstein power outlet

A guide showing how to power the iPad Mini from a Liechtenstein power outlet using a USB Lightning Apple cable and a 3 pin Type J USB charger.

  1. In order to supply power to your iPad Mini from a Liechtenstein power outlet you'll need a Type J 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. Start the process by plugging the Type J USB power plug adapter into the wall supply. The hexagon shaped power supply (sometimes called the Type J power outlet [6]) can be recognised by 3 large holes forming a triangle pattern.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the USB charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Mini. The iPad Mini lightning connector is found at the base of the iPad Mini.
  4. Turn on the Liechtenstein 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 is powering up which typically takes roughly 60 to 240 minutes to completely recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type J power charger for recharging your iPad Mini from a Liechtenstein power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - wikipedia.org web page about Liechtenstein
  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..