How to charge your iPad Air from a power outlet in Slovenia

Instructions showing how to charge the iPad Air with a Slovenian power outlet with an Apple USB Lightning connector and a Type C Europlug USB adapter and recharging the iPad Air using a Schuko Type F USB adapter.

Slovenian power outlet

Differing combinations of region codes and plugs can all cause confusion when planning on staying in a foreign country to the first time traveller. These guidelines have been written to stop visitors worrying if they can power their iPad Air when they're visiting Slovenia.This guide shows exactly how to power the iPad Air when you are in Slovenia by using the F or C type 230 volt 50Hz power outlets. Power sources are different depending on which area you visiting therefore please read the Wiki Connections world power supplies list where you'll find a complete list of regions and countries. If you are travelling to Slovenia from a different country double check the iPad Air can be charged using a 240 volt supply. If the iPad Air was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) check your iPad Air is dual voltage (marked with a 100-240 volt notation) otherwise you may need to use an additional power transformer to stop the device from overheating when powering up. These instructions assume that you have installed Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPad Air.

Charging the iPad Air in Slovenia

Can the iPad Air be used in Slovenia?

You can connect the iPad Air to a Slovenian power outlet.

What is the best travel adapter for recharging the iPad Air in Slovenia?

When travelling to multiple countries the best travel power adapter for Slovenia to buy is a multiple USB port charger which includes swappable plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. Slovenians use two different types of plug sockets (F and C) and bringing this will ensure that you are covered for type C.

Because these chargers are supplied with interchangeable pins and can handle from 100 volts to 240 volts it makes them ideal for multiple countries around the world just by changing the supplied heads. If your iPad Air is compatible with Fast Charge (please note that not all USB devices do) then you'll benefit from quicker charging times with one of these types of USB travel adapters plus support for certain power hungry devices like tablets.

Unlike other travel chargers having a four port charger means you can power multiple devices simultaneously without needing to buy multiple travel adapters or using up additional power outlets. Only bringing a single USB travel charger will also keep the overall size and weight down, making it ideal to store in hand baggage while travelling. Because of their space saving versatility these types of travel adapters can be used when back at home so when you’re not travelling they can sit under your bedside table charging multiple smartphones and tablets with only a single plug socket.

For those travelling frequently we recommend buying this type of flexible power charger at an electronics retailer. The multipurpose travel adapter illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested with multiple USB devices in numerous different countries around the world on a daily basis.

Alternative travel adapter for Slovenia

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country wanting to charge devices via USB, however for those also wishing to use their domestic plugs the following power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power strips offer surge protection which is useful for visitors of counties with unreliable or unstable power supplies. These travel converters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover both Slovenia 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 most popular compact option for travellers originating from America visiting Slovenia using type B American plug sockets.
  • 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 from the US using type B plugs and is a much more cost effective alternative to the BESTEK with one less AC outlet at almost half the price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 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 Slovenia. [8] [AD]
What is the best travel adapter for recharging the iPad Air in Slovenia?

Powering the iPad Air with a Slovenian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type C Europlug USB adapter

Instructions showing how to charge the iPad Air with a Slovenian power outlet with an Apple USB Lightning connector and a Type C Europlug USB adapter.

  1. In order to charge your iPad Air using a Slovenian power outlet you will need to buy a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5], normally included with the iPad Air by Apple.
  2. Insert the Type C USB power plug adapter in the Slovenian power outlet. You can recognise the plug outlet by 2 holes next to each other where the live and neutral plug outlet pins slide into.
  3. Connect the USB end of the USB Apple cord into the USB mains 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. Turn on the Slovenian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which you'll find in the top right corner of your iPad Air will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPad is charging, typically taking around 60-240 minutes to recharge to full capacity. [AD]
Powering the iPad Air with a Slovenian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type C Europlug USB adapter

How to use a Schuko Type F power charger for charging your iPad Air from a Slovenian power outlet

Instructions showing how to charge the iPad Air with a Slovenian power outlet with an Apple USB Lightning cable and a Schuko Type F USB adapter.

  1. To supply power to the iPad Air from the Slovenian power outlet you'll need to use a Type F USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] - Apple typically supply this cable with your iPad Air.
  2. Start the process by plugging the Type F USB power plug adapter in the power supply. You can recognise the plug supply by two round holes 19 mm adjacent to each other and metal grounding clips above and below.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB Apple Lightning power cord into the USB mains adapter 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 Slovenian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which you'll find in the top right corner of your iPad will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPad Air is charging which takes around 60-240 minutes to recharge to full capacity. [AD]
How to use a Schuko Type F power charger for charging your iPad Air from a Slovenian power outlet

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Slovenian Wikipedia page
  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 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..