WINEMANVISALIA Posted November 25, 2016 #1 Share Posted November 25, 2016 One week to go...only one outlet in room...so what should we buy? Sent from my Nexus 7 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted November 25, 2016 #2 Share Posted November 25, 2016 A quick search found many threads. Here is recent long one. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2405708&highlight=extension+cords Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Steelers0854 Posted November 25, 2016 #3 Share Posted November 25, 2016 What are you looking to charge? Depending on your needs there may be better options than an extension cord. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UT-Volsfan Posted November 25, 2016 #4 Share Posted November 25, 2016 (edited) We use the following from Amazon: Asium Compact Portable Travel Outlet 14awg-15a 125av 60hz 1875watts Blister Pack It has two outlets on one side and one on the other so we can plug in multiple battery chargers at the same time. It has a short cord that doesn't take up a lot of space in the desk. I just looked and it is currently out of stock. May find it from another supplier. Sent from my SM-G900V using Forums mobile app Edited November 25, 2016 by UT-Volsfan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky TGO Posted November 25, 2016 #5 Share Posted November 25, 2016 I just use a 3 foot extension cord with 3 outlets. I paid $2.50 at Walmart. Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kathyt939 Posted November 25, 2016 #6 Share Posted November 25, 2016 Our room steward offered to bring us an extension cord. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bofman Posted November 25, 2016 #7 Share Posted November 25, 2016 One week to go...only one outlet in room...so what should we buy? Sent from my Nexus 7 using Forums mobile app It depends on the ship. The electrical sockets are not all the same:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyboy Posted November 26, 2016 #8 Share Posted November 26, 2016 We just bring our 3-outlet power strip with 2 usb ports and no surge protection to charge cell phones and tablet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpartanMom76 Posted November 26, 2016 #9 Share Posted November 26, 2016 Just FYI, there may be an extra outlet behind the TV. I know there is in the mini-suites, don't know about the other room types for sure. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MrSchwump Posted November 26, 2016 #10 Share Posted November 26, 2016 I bring a simple 6 outlet power strip. Nuthin' fancy needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damiross Posted November 26, 2016 #11 Share Posted November 26, 2016 Here's what I posted in another topic: This looks good: https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=as_sl_pc_tf_sb_27?tag=davidmross-20&link_code=wsw&_encoding=UTF-8&search-alias=aps&field-keywords=Poweradd+3-Outlet+Power+Strip+5ft+Extension&Submit.x=12&Submit.y=15&Submit=Go It's the first one listed: "Poweradd 3-Outlet Power Strip 5ft Extension Cord with 3 Smart USB Ports" - don't let the USB ports for.... fool you. You can use any type of device with the USB ports Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WINEMANVISALIA Posted November 26, 2016 Author #12 Share Posted November 26, 2016 Went to home depot and bought 3 outlet plugin...that will post our devices!..thank you for all the suggestions! Sent from my Nexus 7 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yuccaman Posted November 26, 2016 #13 Share Posted November 26, 2016 As someone pointed out, there was another thread that discussed this ad nauseum. BUT, the bottom line is that ships AC power and grounding systems are wired differently than land-side (wye vs delta, for engineering geeks), and surge protectors ARE dangerous and prohibited. If you look in the "safety" section of the numerous boarding docs that we all get in personalizer to download and agree to, there is a statement there. In simplified terms- when plugged into ships' wiring systems, devices within surge protectors known as MOVs can overheat, melt, and start a fire, vs cutting off current as they would on land-based power grids. So... a simple power strip without surge protection. If you see anything about "joules of protection" it has a surge protector. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colo Cruiser Posted November 26, 2016 #14 Share Posted November 26, 2016 (edited) Here's what I posted in another topic:This looks good: https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=as_sl_pc_tf_sb_27?tag=davidmross-20&link_code=wsw&_encoding=UTF-8&search-alias=aps&field-keywords=Poweradd+3-Outlet+Power+Strip+5ft+Extension&Submit.x=12&Submit.y=15&Submit=Go It's the first one listed: "Poweradd 3-Outlet Power Strip 5ft Extension Cord with 3 Smart USB Ports" - don't let the USB ports for.... fool you. You can use any type of device with the USB ports This is a surge protector and is a prohibited item by Princess. Edited November 26, 2016 by Colo Cruiser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengkp75 Posted November 26, 2016 #15 Share Posted November 26, 2016 This is a surge protector and is a prohibited item by Princess. Researching this a little, it is interesting to find that this identical power strip, when searched for by the part number from the PP's Amazon link, shows up as being marketed under the following brands: Outtek, Feelle, and PowerAdd. Only the Outtek description mentions surge protection, while the others mention protection against voltage fluctuations. Since these all share the same model number, I would have to agree that they are all surge protected, probably at a very poor level giving almost no real protection (hence no mention of clamping voltages or joules of protection). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flamomo Posted November 26, 2016 #16 Share Posted November 26, 2016 Just FYI, there may be an extra outlet behind the TV. I know there is in the mini-suites, don't know about the other room types for sure. Sent from my iPhone using Forums This is true for all cabin categories that I have been in (don't know about suites but I imagine the same applies). The outlet where the TV is plugged in has two plugs. Usually I plug the cord for my Kindle into that one and just leave it for the duration of the cruise. At the desk I use an adaptor that converts a single outlet to a triple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beg3yrs Posted November 26, 2016 #17 Share Posted November 26, 2016 This is true for all cabin categories that I have been in (don't know about suites but I imagine the same applies).The outlet where the TV is plugged in has two plugs. Usually I plug the cord for my Kindle into that one and just leave it for the duration of the cruise. At the desk I use an adaptor that converts a single outlet to a triple. We do it the other way around. Our "octopus" gets plugged in behind the TV and all the charging junk (phones, camera batteries, Kindles, etc.) stays on the top shelf mostly hidden by the TV. Keeps the desk tidier and allows DW to plug in her curling iron without having to juggle all the other devices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yuccaman Posted November 26, 2016 #18 Share Posted November 26, 2016 Researching this a little, it is interesting to find that this identical power strip, when searched for by the part number from the PP's Amazon link, shows up as being marketed under the following brands: Outtek, Feelle, and PowerAdd. Only the Outtek description mentions surge protection, while the others mention protection against voltage fluctuations. Since these all share the same model number, I would have to agree that they are all surge protected, probably at a very poor level giving almost no real protection (hence no mention of clamping voltages or joules of protection). Yes, but when it comes to the prohibition, surge protection is surge protection. "Protects against voltage fluctuations" is just another way of saying surge protection. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chengkp75 Posted November 26, 2016 #19 Share Posted November 26, 2016 Yes, but when it comes to the prohibition, surge protection is surge protection. "Protects against voltage fluctuations" is just another way of saying surge protection. Sent from my iPhone using Forums While in this case I agree with you, I was merely pointing out that some documentation is vague at best, and misleading at worst. As I've said before, many multi-USB hubs claim "surge protection", when in fact they are talking about "voltage regulation", and since they do not use a grounded plug, there cannot be any surge protection. Since this product does say that the voltage protection is on the power outlets, that is a surge protector, not a low voltage regulator circuit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pablo222 Posted November 27, 2016 #20 Share Posted November 27, 2016 Went to home depot and bought 3 outlet plugin...that will post our devices!..thank you for all the suggestions! Sent from my Nexus 7 using Forums mobile app Take a look at the picture in this post. It shows how there is often no space around the outlet, for anything larger than a plug. http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showpost.php?p=51533759&postcount=16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yuccaman Posted November 27, 2016 #21 Share Posted November 27, 2016 (edited) While in this case I agree with you, I was merely pointing out that some documentation is vague at best, and misleading at worst. As I've said before, many multi-USB hubs claim "surge protection", when in fact they are talking about "voltage regulation", and since they do not use a grounded plug, there cannot be any surge protection. Since this product does say that the voltage protection is on the power outlets, that is a surge protector, not a low voltage regulator circuit. Yes, indeed! I wasn't disputing what you said, my intention was to support it & reinforce it to others! When quoting you, I was clumsily trying to direct my commentary towards the inconsistency of the labeling/docs... not all mention joules of protection, even though I used that as a common example, and not all with voltage regulation are innocent of surge protection. Wanted to let everyone know that labeling is inconsistent, and able to confuse the most well-intended person. Edited November 27, 2016 by yuccaman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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