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I'm going to India and Australia on a business trip in a couple of days and plan to carry only a tablet instead of my trustworthy laptop (which got dunked in the tub by my oldest - don't ask). The adapter states the following:

100-240V~0.65A, 50/60Hz Output 12V===2A

Will it be safe to use the adapter in these countries to charge my device, or do I have to buy new ones there? If the latter, what kind? What else should I take along with me? A surge protector?

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    If you do bring a surge protector, make sure that it supports up to 240v if you want to use it without a voltage converter. Otherwise, only plug it in downstream of the converter.
    – techturtle
    Dec 19, 2012 at 22:46

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By the looks of it, the adapter will work as long as you have the "adapter"!

India   
230 V
50 Hz

Type D Socket and Plug

Australia   
230 V
50 Hz

Type I Socket and Plug

source

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    Austria != Australia
    – Shinrai
    Dec 19, 2012 at 22:42
  • @Shinrai, miss-typed the name... the info is correct
    – JoshP
    Dec 19, 2012 at 23:47
  • Wasn't sure and didn't have time to check so figured I'd just throw it out there :)
    – Shinrai
    Dec 20, 2012 at 0:36
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According to this chart, both of those countries use 220-240 Volts at 50 Hz. Your adapter says that it does support those voltages and cycles.

However, you will need adapters for the shape of the plug so that your plug will fit in the socket. Most electronics stores carry these fairly cheaply.

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