Many frequent travelers carry a power strip or splitter with them. Whether it's due to too few sockets at the terminal, a conference hall having a single plug for dozens of laptops, or a hotel room with sockets so loose it's amazing they haven't started a fire, having a power strip is useful. Typically I carry a trusty APC surge protector/power strip with an insanely long cord, however as of late I've found myself working with more international partners. I wanted a new solution that worked for everyone regardless of plug type or power level, that's when I found this:
An international surge protector. (I purposely haven't included links as this isn't a review of a single product but rather a type). The wall connector is a euro style so for the US I'll always need an adapter but I wasn't certain about always using a 120v US plug/wires on a 240v system and I'd rather be safe than sorry. This strip has been the biggest help at industry events where everyone has a different style connector and there are never enough plugs to go around.
So FYI if you find yourself in situations where international adapters are a common sight and plugs are scarce you might find this a helpful additional to your carry-on.
An international surge protector. (I purposely haven't included links as this isn't a review of a single product but rather a type). The wall connector is a euro style so for the US I'll always need an adapter but I wasn't certain about always using a 120v US plug/wires on a 240v system and I'd rather be safe than sorry. This strip has been the biggest help at industry events where everyone has a different style connector and there are never enough plugs to go around.
So FYI if you find yourself in situations where international adapters are a common sight and plugs are scarce you might find this a helpful additional to your carry-on.