Charging the iPad Mini 4 when staying in Iraq

Instructions showing you how to power your iPad Mini 4 with an Iraqi power outlet with the USB Lightning Apple connector with a 3 pin Type D USB charger, how to charge the iPad Mini 4 using a Type G power adapter and powering the iPad Mini 4 using a double pinned Type C power adapter

Iraqi power outlet

Complicated combinations of voltages and plug types can all be daunting when planning on staying in a different country, especially for the first time traveller. This simple guide tells you how to charge your iPad Mini 4 in Iraq using their standard Type G, C or D 230 volt 50Hz plug outlets. When travelling to Iraq from another region make sure that the iPad Mini 4 can be used with a 240v supply. If the iPad Mini 4 was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110 volts) ensure that your device is dual voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional voltage converter to prevent the device from overheating when powering up. These instructions assume you are running Apple iOS 9 or greater on the iPad Mini 4.

Charging the iPad Mini 4 in Iraq

Can you use the iPad Mini 4 in Iraq?

You can connect the iPad Mini 4 to an Iraqi power outlet by using the correct power adaptor.

What is the best travel adapter for the iPad Mini 4 in Iraq?

When you are travelling with more than your iPad Mini 4 and visiting multiple countries then the best travel power adapter for Iraq is a multiple USB adapter which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. Iraqis use three different standards of wall outlets (types G, C and D) and using a power charger like this will ensure that you are covered for both types C and G.

Because these types of chargers come with interchangeable pins and handle from 100 volts - 240 volts will mean that you can travel to multiple countries in Europe, Asia, North America and Africa simply by switching the supplied heads. If your type of iPad Mini 4 supports Fast Charge then you'll benefit from much quicker charging times by using one of these types of power adapters plus additional compatibility with certain power demanding devices like tablets. Unlike other adapters having a 4 port charger means you can charge more than one device simultaneously without needing to pack multiple travel chargers or occupying additional power sockets. By only needing a single lightweight travel charger will keep the overall weight down, making it perfect to fold up in hand baggage whilst travelling. Due to their space saving versatility these types of chargers can be used at home so when you’re not travelling they can be used under your bedside table charging multiple smartphones and tablets with just a single plug socket.

We recommend buying an adaptable power adapter like this online. The multipurpose power charger illustrated below is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully for powering multiple USB devices in numerous different countries with good reliably.

Alternative travel adapter for Iraq

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from around the world wanting to recharge devices via USB, however for those also wanting to use their domestic plugs the following power adapters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power strips offer surge protection which can be useful for travellers to counties with unreliable or unstable power grids to prevent damage to any connected devices from voltage spikes. These travel adapters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering both Iraq and over 150 destinations:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK international travel adaptor has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the best selling compact power adapter for travellers originating from North America going to Iraq.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Also having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the Orico travel adapter is also aimed at travellers from America using type B plugs and gives almost the same set of features as the BESTEK with only one less AC outlet at almost half the price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 2 AC outlets but offers 5 USB charging ports. This versatile power strip is compatible with both American plugs and popular plug types A, D,E/F, G, H, I, L and N making it perfect for a wide range of travellers from around the world visiting Iraq. [10] [AD]
What is the best travel adapter for the iPad Mini 4 in Iraq?

How to use a Type G power charger for recharging your iPad Mini 4 from an Iraqi power outlet

Instructions showing you how to recharge your iPad Mini 4 with an Iraqi power outlet with a USB Lightning connector and a Type G USB adapter.

  1. If you want to charge your iPad Mini 4 using the Iraqi power outlet you'll need a Type G USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (normally already supplied with your iPad Mini 4 by Apple).
  2. Firstly plug the Type G USB power plug adapter into the wall supply. You can identify this plug outlet by three holes containing shutters forming a triangle configuration.
  3. Connect one end of the Lightning power cord into the mains USB charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Mini 4. The iPad Mini 4 lightning connector can be found at the bottom of the iPad Mini 4.
  4. Turn on the Iraqi power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right corner of your iPad Mini 4 screen will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPad Mini 4 is charging, typically taking roughly 60 to 300 minutes to completely recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type G power charger for recharging your iPad Mini 4 from an Iraqi power outlet

How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPad Mini 4 from an Iraqi power outlet

Using a Lightning connector with a Type C Europlug USB charger to recharge the iPad Mini 4 from an Iraqi power outlet.

  1. To charge the iPad Mini 4 using an Iraqi power outlet you'll need to buy a Type C USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (Apple should normally include this USB cable when you purchase your iPad Mini 4).
  2. Start by taking the Type C USB power plug adapter and inserting it in the Iraqi power outlet. You can recognise this wall outlet by the 2 circular adjacent holes next to each other.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB charging cable into the bottom of the USB mains adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Mini 4. The iPad Mini 4 lightning connector is found at the bottom of the iPad Mini 4.
  4. Switch on the Iraqi power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right corner of the iPad screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPad Mini 4 is powering up which should take between 60-300 minutes to fully recharge. [AD]
How to use a Europlug Type C power charger for charging your iPad Mini 4 from an Iraqi power outlet

Powering the iPad Mini 4 with an Iraqi power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type D USB adapter

Instructions showing you how to power your iPad Mini 4 with an Iraqi power outlet with the USB Lightning Apple connector with a 3 pin Type D USB charger.

  1. To power the iPad Mini 4 using an Iraqi power outlet you'll need to use a Type D USB power plug adapter [9] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5], Apple will usually include the cable when you buy the iPad Mini 4.
  2. Start the process by taking the Type D USB power plug adapter and inserting it in the Iraqi power outlet. You can recognise this wall outlet by the 3 round holes in a triangle pattern.
  3. Then connect the USB end of the USB charging cable into the USB mains adapter and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Mini 4. The iPad Mini 4 lightning connector is found at the bottom of the iPad Mini 4.
  4. Switch on the Iraqi power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that you'll find in the top right corner of the iPad screen will display a charging icon to indicate that the iPad Mini 4 is powering up which should take between 60-300 minutes to fully recharge. [AD]
Powering the iPad Mini 4 with an Iraqi power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type D USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - Iraqi Wikipedia web page
  2. Apple - iPad Mini 4 user guide
  3. iec.ch - Type G power outlet
  4. Type G USB power plug adapter - Suitable for use in England, Ireland, and Scotland, a grounded three pin Type G adapter turns UK electrical power outlets into USB ports for reliable charging..
  5. USB to Apple Lightning cable - The Apple Lightning cable is a charging and syncing cable for more recent Apple devices and connects compatible iPhones and iPads to a USB port.
  6. iec.ch - Type C power outlet
  7. Type C USB power plug adapter - Conforming to Europlug specifications, the Type C USB power plug adapter incorporates two 4 mm rounded pins spaced 19 mm apart. It is engineered to adapt electrical outlets commonly found in Europe, converting them to USB-compatible charging ports..
  8. iec.ch - Type D power outlet
  9. Type D USB power plug adapter - Designed for usage in South Asian countries such as India and Nepal, the Type D USB power plug adapter offers a practical solution for converting local 3-prong grounded outlets into USB ports, providing reliable charging for a range of USB devices..
  10. 4 Port USB Wall Charger - A 4-port USB wall charger is an electrical device that provides simultaneous charging for up to four USB-compatible devices. It often includes interchangeable international plug adapters for global use..