Charging the iPhone 6 Plus from a power outlet in Chad

A page showing how to power the iPhone 6 Plus from a Chadian power outlet using the Apple USB Lightning cable and a Type E power adapter, charging the iPhone 6 Plus using a double pin Europlug Type C power adapter and recharging the iPhone 6 Plus using a three pinned Type D power charger

Chadian power outlet

Differing frequencies and standards can all be daunting when planning on staying in a foreign country, especially for the first time traveller. However this isn't as complex as it first appears, with only a handful of different types of common standards used throughout the world this guide shows exactly what to purchase in advance to charge the iPhone 6 Plus in Chad. These guidelines were specifically written to assist people wanting to power the iPhone 6 Plus when they are going abroad.This page contains instructions showing you exactly what you'll need to charge the iPhone 6 Plus when you're visiting Chad using their standard Type D, C, E or F 220 volt 50Hz wall outlets. If travelling to Chad from a different country ensure that your iPhone 6 Plus can be used with a 240 volt supply. If it originated in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 120 volts check the iPhone 6 Plus is dual-voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) otherwise you may need to use an additional converter to stop the device from being damaged whilst powering it up. These instructions assume you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPhone 6 Plus.

Charging the iPhone 6 Plus in Chad

Can you use the iPhone 6 Plus in Chad?

You can connect the iPhone 6 Plus to a Chadian power outlet by using the correct power adaptor.

What is the best travel adapter for the iPhone 6 Plus in Chad?

When you are travelling with more than your iPhone 6 Plus the best international travel charger for Chad is a multiple USB port charger which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. There are four different types of power outlets in Chad (D, C, E and F) and using a travel adapter like this ensures that you are covered for type C.

Because these chargers come with interchangeable plugs and handle from 100 volts - 240 volts will mean you can travel to multiple countries in Europe, Asia, North America and Africa simply by switching the supplied heads. If your model of iPhone 6 Plus is compatible with Fast Charge (not all USB devices will) then you'll benefit from quicker recharging times by using one of these USB travel chargers, along with support for more power demanding devices.

Having a 4 port adapter means you can power more than one device simultaneously without needing to pack multiple travel chargers or occupying additional wall sockets. Only packing a single USB travel charger will also keep the weight and size down, making it ideal to store in hand luggage and convenient for charging your iPhone 6 Plus at the airport or on the plane. Due to their versatility these types of travel adapters can be used at home so when you’re not travelling they can be used under your bedside table charging multiple smartphones and tablets using just a single wall outlet.

If you travel often we suggest buying this type of versatile power charger online. The travel charger illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully for powering multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries on a daily basis.

Alternative travel adapter for Chad

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from around the world wanting to recharge devices via USB, however for visitors also wanting to use their domestic plugs the following power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power converters offer surge protection which can be crucial for visitors of counties with unstable power grids. These power adapters are supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover 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 portable option for travellers originating from America going to Chad 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 Orico is also aimed at travellers from America using type B plugs. This gives almost the same set of features as the BESTEK with one less AC outlet at 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 suitable for most travellers from around the world visiting Chad. [11] [AD]
What is the best travel adapter for the iPhone 6 Plus in Chad?

Charging the iPhone 6 Plus from a Chadian power outlet by using a two pinned Europlug Type C USB adapter

Using a Lightning Apple cable and a Type C USB adapter to power the iPhone 6 Plus with a Chadian power outlet.

  1. In order to supply power to your iPhone 6 Plus from a Chadian power outlet you will need to use a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5], the USB cable is normally supplied with your device by Apple.
  2. Begin the process by taking the Type C USB power plug adapter and plugging it into the Chadian power outlet. This plug supply, also known as a Type C power outlet [3] or Europlug, can be identified by the two adjacent holes where the twin pins go.
  3. Then connect one end of the USB charging cable into the bottom of the USB mains charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 6 Plus. The iPhone 6 Plus Lightning connector can be found at bottom of your iPhone 6 Plus under the home button.
  4. Switch on the Chadian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which you'll find in the top right hand corner of your phone will display a charging icon to indicate that the phone is recharging taking around one-four hours to recharge to 100% capacity. [AD]
Charging the iPhone 6 Plus from a Chadian power outlet by using a two pinned Europlug Type C USB adapter

How to use a Type D power charger for recharging your iPhone 6 Plus from a Chadian power outlet

Using the USB Lightning Apple connector with a 3 pin Type D USB charger to recharge the iPhone 6 Plus from a Chadian power outlet.

  1. In order to power the iPhone 6 Plus from the Chadian power outlet you will need to buy a Type D USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (Apple should typically include this cable when you buy your iPhone 6 Plus).
  2. Begin the process by inserting the Type D USB power plug adapter into the Chadian power outlet. This wall outlet, technically called the Type D power outlet [6], can be identified by three holes forming a triangular configuration.
  3. Plug in one end of the Apple Lightning charging cord into the USB mains adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 6 Plus. The iPhone 6 Plus Lightning connector is situated at bottom of the iPhone 6 Plus under the home button.
  4. Switch on the Chadian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right hand corner of the phone screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the mobile is powering up and takes roughly 1 to 4 hours to completely recharge to full capacity. [AD]
How to use a Type D power charger for recharging your iPhone 6 Plus from a Chadian power outlet

How to use a Type E power charger for recharging your iPhone 6 Plus from a Chadian power outlet

A page showing how to power the iPhone 6 Plus from a Chadian power outlet using the Apple USB Lightning cable and a Type E power adapter.

  1. If you want to charge the iPhone 6 Plus using the Chadian power outlet you will need a Type E USB power plug adapter [9] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (Apple will usually include the cable when you buy the iPhone 6 Plus).
  2. Begin by inserting the Type E USB power plug adapter into the Chadian power outlet. You can recognise the wall outlet by the two 4.8mm circular holes 19mm apart from each other for live and neutral with a single metal grounding pin protruding in the top forming a triangle shape.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the bottom of the USB adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 6 Plus. You can find the Lightning connector on the iPhone 6 Plus situated at the bottom of the iPhone 6 Plus.
  4. Turn on the Chadian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top right corner of your iPhone 6 Plus will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPhone is recharging, typically taking roughly 60 to 240 minutes to completely recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type E power charger for recharging your iPhone 6 Plus from a Chadian power outlet

How to use a Type F power charger for recharging your iPhone 6 Plus from a Chadian power outlet

A guide on how to charge the iPhone 6 Plus from a Chadian power outlet by using a USB Lightning connector and a Type F Schuko USB charger.

  1. To charge your iPhone 6 Plus using the Chadian power outlet you'll need a Type F USB power plug adapter [9] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (Apple usually supply the cable when you buy the iPhone 6 Plus).
  2. Firstly plug the Type F USB power plug adapter in the power outlet. You can recognise the wall supply by the two circular holes 19 mm next to each other where the live and neutral plug outlet pins sit along with two thin grounding clips above and below.
  3. Plug in one end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the USB power adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 6 Plus. The iPhone 6 Plus Lightning connector is situated at bottom of your iPhone 6 Plus under the home button.
  4. Turn on the Chadian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right corner of the cellphone screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPhone 6 Plus is powering up which typically takes between one to four hours to fully recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type F power charger for recharging your iPhone 6 Plus from a Chadian power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Chadian Wiki 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 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. iec.ch - Type F power outlet
  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..