Electrical converter

[Mr. 16 gauge]

Hello all;
We (my wife and I) are planning on doing our first trip to South Africa this summer. It is my understanding that we need an electrical converter for our appliances (hair dryer, computer, etc). I have been told by some that the some of the converters that say "South Africa" really aren't for South Africa, and wont work
We ran into a similar situation in the U.K. on our honeymoon; the converter we bought burned out/broke the first time we used it, and we ended up having to buy electrical appliances.
Can anyone recommend a good converter, one that they know to be S.A. friendly? Also, I plan on taking a battery charger and some rechargeable batteries for things like my flashlight, cameras, etc. How many batteries do you think I might need?
Thanks a bunch in advance.............

 

[Blue Skies Hunting Adventures]

South Africa uses 230-240 volts so you will need a converter. You can try megallans and search for plug H.

 

[Diamondhitch]

This is one that I have used with good results.

Travel Voltage Converter | Walmart.ca

Also a cigarette lighter power inverter works excellent a well.

 

[AfricaHunting.com]

Here is a good read for you on that topic:

South Africa Electrical Converter & Adapter

South Africa Electrical Converter & Adapter Electricity, the South African standard is 220/230 Volts AC 50 Hz, three-pin 15 amp outlets however Standard European 220 Volts, two-pin outlets are sometimes used as well. Many lodges/camps have generator(s) to power the electricity through...

www.africahunting.com

 

[Cliffy]

As usual, Jerome has all the best information right at his finger tips, right here on AH.

 

[Diamondhitch]

As usual, Jerome has all the best information right at his finger tips, right here on AH.

Theres aloooot of info on here.