Outlet multiplier ban

[SpeedNoodles]

On 9/20/2024 at 3:33 PM, SimGuy said:

Electrically speaking, this new ban is not only confusing to customers but is also BS.

Previous to this change it was already prohibited to bring high current devices onboard. (your own useable hair dryer, etc.)

This change couldn’t possibly have been created by a qualified EE, it must have been the brainchild of a lawyer.

As long as I've been sailing (2001) it's been permitted to bring your own hair dryers and curling irons aboard.  It still is.

[RCIfan1912]

10 minutes ago, teddy said:

Multi outlet electric adapter soon after a potentially confusing policy comes out?  Nah

Electric blow up doll?  Probably

Ok, note to self [leave electric blow up doll at home". It was gonna be tough to use anyhow with my wife and 2 kids on the cruise. 

[Matt Olsen AZ]

I asked about the adapters in an email to them and got the following back "If the device provides multiple AC outlets, then it is considered a power strip/extension cord and is not allowed onboard. This impacts both US standard outlets and EU outlets. If the device provides multiple DC charging outlets (i.e. USB ports) then those are generally accepted. However, please note, that even though an item is not specifically prohibited to bring onboard our ships, we are unable to guarantee that it will not be confiscated during the boarding process. Port and ship security staff have the final say on what can be brought onboard and reserve the right to confiscate any item that they feel may pose a potential health, safety, or security threat."

 

I'm packing both multi usb and single just case.

[Gadget Hackwrench]

Great news, our site is on the front page of Yahoo search. They cited Matt in the article. We are famous now people!

https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/royal-caribbean-explains-strict-multi-162608679.html

[smokeybandit]

I'm just annoyed they improperly used a space after a forward slash

[cdixon22]

On 9/19/2024 at 11:22 AM, WAAAYTOOO said:

You are very welcome.  If you add a 240 to 120 power adapter to this setup, then you have a home run. 
 

Will this now be allowed?

[WAAAYTOOO]

38 minutes ago, cdixon22 said:

Will this now be allowed?

Not sure

[smokeybandit]

I have one of those

[cdixon22]

According to Royal it is allowed on Harmony and Voyager. Odd

[TXcruzer]

44 minutes ago, cdixon22 said:

According to Royal it is allowed on Harmony and Voyager. Odd

Why would you consider this odd?  The device does not change the number of outlets

[cdixon22]

1 minute ago, TXcruzer said:

Why would you consider this odd?  The device does not change the number of outlets

No sorry. I meant odd that she asked what ship. 

[TXcruzer]

12 minutes ago, cdixon22 said:

No sorry. I meant odd that she asked what ship. 

AHHH, I agree, that is odd

[WAAAYTOOO]

I thought I read somewhere that they weren’t allowing the 240/120 adapter that also provided USB ports.  Maybe I’m misremembering.  I don’t think the adapter is an issue, just not sure about the add-on USB ports….  I guess I’ll find out soon !

[sfrome]

What is the consensus regarding this adapter: EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter One International Wall Charger AC Plug Adaptor with 5.6A Smart Power and 3.0A USB Type-C for USA EU UK AUS (TA-105, Grey)?
 

It has 4 available plug types (continental Europe, UK, Australia/China, North America/Japan) but only one type can be used at a time, e.g. UK--->US or UK----->Europe.
TIA.

[TXcruzer]

5 hours ago, sfrome said:

What is the consensus regarding this adapter: EPICKA Universal Travel Adapter One International Wall Charger AC Plug Adaptor with 5.6A Smart Power and 3.0A USB Type-C for USA EU UK AUS (TA-105, Grey)?
 

It has 4 available plug types (continental Europe, UK, Australia/China, North America/Japan) but only one type can be used at a time, e.g. UK--->US or UK----->Europe.
TIA.

This will be fine

[smokeybandit]

RC updated their verbiage again to clarify standard outlets vs USB

 

• Electrical Extension Cords - including power strips/surge protected strips and multi-plug outlets.
  We do allow consumer type power conversion device USB charger (multi-plug blocks on which the outputs are for USB cables). Note: Devices must be stamped with US/Europe recognized Conformance Marking to demonstrate compliance with Electrical Safety standards.

[Rooty]

So this adapter is no longer acceptable because it has a high voltage plug on top ?   does anyone know

 

[smokeybandit]

Nothing wrong with that adapter since it's only one outlet

[RCIfan1912]

I guess this has become the place to ask what is OK and not. Is this allowed and will it work with the Euro outlet on the ship because as I remember it they have a plastic covering surrounding it?

 

https://www.amazon.com/European-Adapter-TESSAN-International-Adaptor/dp/B07YDF8GCT/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?crid=2U8ERKLX73KDV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.aLh-OqDVpmGj6FQkJwbLs3aSOwdB8U4fKp6xMK78wkvmDISSm9v3q1Uoz4ZqY6rC1IqfZxZpmhk07owJZ4chZnHbX4lCS_JApYQRLu33mut_DkVMw-QeYPEzaY5mZvJkCFGU1tsVdgENyCVq7wj9OA20CV29Ykjl23c1_kgfhWy_5zVUdWjcwVhMOebQwu9bFZKBCl6v5i-Gh34tKOK2b9EF_-G2KU_lIqvL5mlXJvCFAltGAVxX_XPYeCtv0ZkvSFjB7k3EyHYuhkvjQLWRVZLE1SSo5XgxZX7wcwBfRiQ.ucLq6b0oBqOcfMKxol0wFkXAyWx2mOcJvtysDKYl3Yc&dib_tag=se&keywords=europlug%2Badapter&qid=1727826059&sprefix=europlug%2Caps%2C101&sr=8-3-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

[smokeybandit]

2 minutes ago, RCIfan1912 said:

I guess this has become the place to ask what is OK and not. Is this allowed and will it work with the Euro outlet on the ship because as I remember it they have a plastic covering surrounding it?

 

https://www.amazon.com/European-Adapter-TESSAN-International-Adaptor/dp/B07YDF8GCT/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?crid=2U8ERKLX73KDV&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.aLh-OqDVpmGj6FQkJwbLs3aSOwdB8U4fKp6xMK78wkvmDISSm9v3q1Uoz4ZqY6rC1IqfZxZpmhk07owJZ4chZnHbX4lCS_JApYQRLu33mut_DkVMw-QeYPEzaY5mZvJkCFGU1tsVdgENyCVq7wj9OA20CV29Ykjl23c1_kgfhWy_5zVUdWjcwVhMOebQwu9bFZKBCl6v5i-Gh34tKOK2b9EF_-G2KU_lIqvL5mlXJvCFAltGAVxX_XPYeCtv0ZkvSFjB7k3EyHYuhkvjQLWRVZLE1SSo5XgxZX7wcwBfRiQ.ucLq6b0oBqOcfMKxol0wFkXAyWx2mOcJvtysDKYl3Yc&dib_tag=se&keywords=europlug%2Badapter&qid=1727826059&sprefix=europlug%2Caps%2C101&sr=8-3-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1

I use one of these onboard.  Works fine

[RCIfan1912]

Just now, smokeybandit said:

I use one of these onboard.  Works fine

Thank you. I don't really need it but wouldn't hurt to have it. 

[CowboyMedic]

On 9/28/2024 at 8:32 AM, cdixon22 said:

According to Royal it is allowed on Harmony and Voyager. Odd

We just bought two of these and will be on Harmony at the end of the month.

We had previously bought one like this but it had two US outlets and USB ports which I presume is banned now.

[Mike n Ky]

Amazon.com: 2 Pack European Travel Plug Adapter, VINTAR International Power Plug Adapter with 1 USB C, 2 American Outlets and 3 USB Ports, 6 in 1 Travel Essentials to Most of Europe Greece, Italy(Type C) : Tools & Home Improvement

This is what we bought a couple of years ago and have used with no issues. We also keep these in our carryon JIC some uninformed crew member decides it should come out of our checked bags. These came in handy while in England this summer. Oh, and my wife bought a usb charging pad that she sets her phone and apple watch on...works great.

[lynzyb]

I'm going on harmony in 3 weeks and wanted to be sure before I bought something so I messaged them on Twitter and this is what she told me. Interesting that it doesn't say anywhere in their description that it can only have 4 USB ports. I was going to buy one with 8 just to be extra but I'm glad I asked lol

[PrincipalTinker]

I only see Royal making references to USB ports but most of my devices need USC. Is it four total? Are there more examples of what would be allowed? I will be on Liberty and if I remember correctly there are very few plugs available. 

[WAAAYTOOO]

5 minutes ago, PrincipalTinker said:

I only see Royal making references to USB ports but most of my devices need USC. Is it four total? Are there more examples of what would be allowed? I will be on Liberty and if I remember correctly there are very few plugs available. 

We have USC too.  No problem.

[RCIfan1912]

5 minutes ago, PrincipalTinker said:

I only see Royal making references to USB ports but most of my devices need USC. Is it four total? Are there more examples of what would be allowed? I will be on Liberty and if I remember correctly there are very few plugs available. 

I believe you can have as many USB multiplyers as you want but you can't have any actual outlet multiplyers. 

[smokeybandit]

9 minutes ago, PrincipalTinker said:

I only see Royal making references to USB ports but most of my devices need USC. Is it four total? Are there more examples of what would be allowed? I will be on Liberty and if I remember correctly there are very few plugs available. 

One electrical outlet per adapter. That's the rule. Anything else is fine.

[RCIfan1912]

While these rules do suck, fires at sea suck way, way more. I'll gladly follow the rules and get everything charged somehow. 

[Chris Miller]

So was having a discussion about this with a person online and they said they received a message about the one power outlet being OK so for clarification I reached out to Royal and was replied to with one outlet is OK but only with maximum four USBs (which means the one I was going to use is not allowed since it has six)

 

[Wheeler825]

On 1/12/2025 at 3:28 PM, PrincipalTinker said:

I only see Royal making references to USB ports but most of my devices need USC. Is it four total? Are there more examples of what would be allowed? I will be on Liberty and if I remember correctly there are very few plugs available. 

 

On 1/12/2025 at 3:34 PM, WAAAYTOOO said:

We have USC too.  No problem.

Holy cow I got slight brain damage reading this.  There is no 'USC' in this context.. There is USB-A, USB-C and various other configurations of USB (Universal Serial Bus)

[smokeybandit]

There's no written rule on how many USB slots there are. Plus trying to enforce that would be nearly impossible since they'd have to open everyone's bags to find the adapter and then count.

[steverk]

Now that this has been in force for a few months, how is everyone adjusting? Did you make any changes or purchases that might help the rest of us?

Note: If you're sneaking power strips or blocks on, please don't tell us!

[Matt]

This is the one I always use now. One A/C outlet and a bunch of USB outlets

https://amzn.to/42UnLk6

[smokeybandit]

1 hour ago, steverk said:

Now that this has been in force for a few months, how is everyone adjusting? Did you make any changes or purchases that might help the rest of us?

Note: If you're sneaking power strips or blocks on, please don't tell us!

I'm guessing it's been a pretty low impact issue for the large majority of travelers.

[Mike n Ky]

10 hours ago, smokeybandit said:

I'm guessing it's been a pretty low impact issue for the large majority of travelers.

Sailed on Harmony last month with the adapter I posted last fall with no issues. Well, there was one, the vac the steward used needed the euro plug outlet and she sometimes forgot to put my adapter back in.