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This section does not cite any sources. Please help improve this section by adding citations to reliable sources. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. ( September 2021) ( Learn how and when to remove this template message)I have a multi-travel adaptor bought at an airport that accepts my UK bathroom plug without problem. But I also have 2 different ones that will not accept it, but they will accept the Euro-plug.(these are the large adaptors that can be used for multiple countries by extending different pin configurations out of the body I really hope all of the above is helpful to you and has answered any questions you may have had about 2 pin plugs and adapters required for electric toothbrushes and similar products like shavers. To be honest, I would have done the same thing. Aside from the 2 pin AUS power connector, the UK voltage is very similar and will have likely been supported by your charging stand.

This is a good question and one I have often thought about myself. Including an adapter in the box would be a nice addition. Additionally, the design allows for a more compact and less bulky design of mobile phone chargers, than the BS 1363 form factor in the UK. Why is replacing a shaver plug the most obvious answer for charging outside a bathroom? (genuine question).

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Most electric toothbrushes bought in the UK and Europe have charging stands that work on 220-240V. So to use them in the USA, you need a power converter to allow the charging stand to accept the 110V. Europlugs are only designed for low-power (less than 2.5A) ClassII (double-insulated) devices that operate at normal room temperature and do not require a protective-earth connection. Fused conversion plugs to BS 1363-5 are available for Europlugs, and equipment fitted with these may be legally sold in the UK. [7] BS4573 (UK shaver) [ edit ] Right now, aside from switching to a completely different brand of brush that can charge from the USB port in your van (Sonicare DiamondClean/DiamondClean Smart) you have no other option.

Strictly speaking, from an Oral-B perspective, there is no option for this at this time. So you cannot charge your current electric toothbrush from a USB port within your van. Do your research on the voltage in a particular country to ensure you are getting the right converter. I would say the hassle of rewiring a plug vs obtaining an adapter is less for many? Is it really safer? Whether the battery life is worse or not as a result of this approach, I can’t say for sure, but I would be surprised.There is good reason behind the 2 pin adapter, I will now explain this and I promise I won’t get too technical.