Voltage Requirements in St Barts
When traveling to SBH from the United States, you will need to account for both a different electrical socket and a different voltage level. Electricity on SBH operates at 220 volts. As such, to run U.S. appliances you will need a plug converter and, in most cases, a transformer. If you are planning to operate a lap top, you will need a heavy-duty (at least 100 watts) transformer.
If you intend to connect your laptop to a phone line, you will also need to acquire a modular telephone adapter (about $8).
The items you'll need are listed below and are available at most travel stores and certain hardware and electronic stores on the island.
• Modular Telephone Adaptor - France (item #ET071D)
• Voltage Converter with Adapter Plug kit (item #EA260) - for use with small appliances (such as hair dryers)
• Heavy-Duty Transformer 100 watt (item #EA261) - If you are bringing a laptop to SBH, you'll need a heavy duty transformer and an adapter plug.
• Grounding Adapter Plug D (item #EA23MDG)
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