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Pik-a-Pak TL2045 Step Down Transformer USA to UK

4.0 out of 5 stars 59 ratings
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  • UK 13amp 3 pin
  • Design allows USA equipment to be used in UK
  • Converts 240V to 110V

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Technical Details

Manufacturer ‎Pik-a-Pak
Part Number ‎TL2045
Package Dimensions ‎9.6 x 9 x 7.2 cm; 459.99 g
Item model number ‎TL2045
Item Package Quantity ‎1
Batteries included? ‎No
Batteries Required? ‎No
Item Weight ‎460 g

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ASIN B002SIVUJM
Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars 59 ratings

4.0 out of 5 stars
Date First Available 1 Jan. 2006

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Product Description

Pik-a-Pak STEP DOWN TRANSFORMER USA TO UK,UK 13amp 3 pin,Design allows USA equipment to be used in UK,Converts 240V to 110V,Can NOT be used for earthed items,Rated at 45va,Design allows USA equipment to be used in UK

Box Contains

1 x Pik-a-Pak Step down transformer USA to UK

Customer reviews

4 out of 5 stars
59 global ratings

Customers say

Customers find the transformer works well and offers good value. However, the product's durability is concerning, with multiple customers reporting it broke within 5 minutes of use. Moreover, the power consumption receives mixed feedback, with one customer noting it only pulls 35 watts. Additionally, customers disagree on the transformer's compatibility, with one mentioning it's not suitable for 3-pin sockets. The transformer is heavy and can get hot during use.

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FunctionalityValue for moneyQualityPower consumptionCompatibilityTemperature controlDurabilityWeight
14 customers mention ‘Functionality’11 positive3 negative

Customers find that the transformer works well, with one mentioning it's suitable for light use.

"Works fine for small loads. If you don't know or understand what the VA rating is you may have problems" Read more

"...It worked perfectly, out of the box, as one might want, but not necessarily expect it to do. Good value. The lights work!" Read more

"Has been using it regularly, works well, but it does get a bit hot." Read more

"Quit working after third use on a small American DVD player that only pulls 35watts. And to make matters worse, they won't honour the return...." Read more

6 customers mention ‘Value for money’5 positive1 negative

Customers find the transformer to be good value for money.

"...Good value. The lights work!" Read more

"Good price Does the job as expected Quick delivery" Read more

"Does the job at a reasonable price. This is the answer for charging or running anything that has a US plug and needs 110 Volts." Read more

"Good deal." Read more

11 customers mention ‘Quality’6 positive5 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the transformer's quality, with some finding it good while others describe it as poor.

"It worked, but is of only adequate quality and I can not see it being very durable - does the job for light use." Read more

"Fast delivery,bad product ,output 123 volts ,my hair-clipper sound like a machine gun...." Read more

"Great product does the job spot on!" Read more

"...Poor quality of electronics. Avoid." Read more

6 customers mention ‘Power consumption’3 positive3 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with the transformer's power consumption, with one customer reporting it only pulls 35 watts, while another mentions it works well for American two-way radios.

"...The charge rate is well above what is achieved by plugging my tablet / MP3 player into a USB port of a compuer - I guess that a recharge via this..." Read more

"Quit working after third use on a small American DVD player that only pulls 35watts. And to make matters worse, they won't honour the return...." Read more

"Does the job at a reasonable price. This is the answer for charging or running anything that has a US plug and needs 110 Volts." Read more

"Fast delivery,bad product ,output 123 volts ,my hair-clipper sound like a machine gun...." Read more

5 customers mention ‘Compatibility’3 positive2 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with the transformer's compatibility, with some finding it suitable for powered speakers while others report issues with 3-pin sockets.

"This transformer / US adapter is fine - but heavy. I bought mine to charge my tablet on the road in the UK...." Read more

"...It obviously does not comply with EU EMC standards yet is marked with a CE compliance mark. Beware" Read more

"Good to use for a set of powered speakers purchased on holiday in the USA... Or anything else that operates on 110 volts...." Read more

"Not suitable for 3 pin sockets..." Read more

3 customers mention ‘Temperature control’1 positive2 negative

Customers have mixed experiences with the transformer's temperature control, with some reporting that it gets hot during use.

"Has been using it regularly, works well, but it does get a bit hot." Read more

"Works fine so far, stayed cool and charged my American two way radios fine." Read more

"This didnt wok at all and overheated as soon as it was plugged in. definitely would not recommend this transformer." Read more

6 customers mention ‘Durability’1 positive5 negative

Customers report mixed experiences with the transformer's durability, with some units breaking within 5 minutes or lasting only an hour, while one customer mentions it causing damage to a $100+ hairdryer.

"Broke within 5 minutes! terrible! dont waste your money on this. Spend a bit more and get the real deal" Read more

"Lasted an hour then fizzled out for a 40W fan from US which was an impulsive buy as I figured could be useful from summers and cheap combined with a..." Read more

"...The transformer lasted for a few hours only before filling the room with pungent smoke and going into melt down. Potentially dangerous." Read more

"...And lastly, it burned my $100+ hairdryer in less than 5 minutes...." Read more

4 customers mention ‘Weight’1 positive3 negative

Customers find the transformer heavy.

"This transformer / US adapter is fine - but heavy. I bought mine to charge my tablet on the road in the UK...." Read more

"Well, first of all the convertor is EXTREMELY heavy. I don't imagine using it with appliances on daily basis, it's just too inconvenient...." Read more

"Heavy for road warriors..." Read more

"Does what it says on the Tin. Quite heavy, at least I can use my US purchase. I would recommend it to friends." Read more

Top reviews from United Kingdom

  • BruceB
    5.0 out of 5 stars A plug/transformer that works
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 December 2011
    Verified Purchase
    We needed a transformer for some 110v Christmas tree lights that had previously been used in an American enclave in Saudi Arabia.

    Could we find one?

    Well, no actually -until we came across this particular model.

    It worked perfectly, out of the box, as one might want, but not necessarily expect it to do.

    Good value. The lights work!
    8 people found this helpful
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  • Eric
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good value
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 June 2018
    Verified Purchase
    Has been using it regularly, works well, but it does get a bit hot.
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  • FB
    1.0 out of 5 stars ... was an impulsive buy as I figured could be useful from summers and cheap combined with a transformer
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 August 2015
    Verified Purchase
    Lasted an hour then fizzled out for a 40W fan from US which was an impulsive buy as I figured could be useful from summers and cheap combined with a transformer. The buyer accepted a return but it would have been costlier to return it for its price. Poor quality of electronics. Avoid.
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  • fender
    2.0 out of 5 stars Be Careful
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 December 2014
    Verified Purchase
    I bought this transformer to run some christmas tree lights I had purchased in the US. The transformer lasted for a few hours only before filling the room with pungent smoke and going into melt down. Potentially dangerous.
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  • Mr. Joe Merieux
    3.0 out of 5 stars Heavy for road warriors
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 May 2013
    Verified Purchase
    This transformer / US adapter is fine - but heavy. I bought mine to charge my tablet on the road in the UK. The weight rather cancels out the point of a tablet - for the combined weight I might as well take my laptop.
    The charge rate is well above what is achieved by plugging my tablet / MP3 player into a USB port of a compuer - I guess that a recharge via this transformer is 4 times faster. Very useful.
    Overall, it is fine.
    One person found this helpful
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  • L. W. Turnbull
    5.0 out of 5 stars 240v to 110v step down transformer
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 March 2014
    Verified Purchase
    This item was purchased for use with electrical equipment made to American standards. In use it has been found to be highly successful , and is the answer to powering equipment made for the American market and possibly items with similar voltage.
    2 people found this helpful
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  • Woody
    4.0 out of 5 stars Works fine for small loads
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 September 2015
    Verified Purchase
    Works fine for small loads. If you don't know or understand what the VA rating is you may have problems
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  • chilachalu
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent customer service!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 March 2013
    Verified Purchase
    The product arrived on time. It had a loose part in it. Perhaps it may still be OK to use it. But to be on the safe side I refrained from using it. Got in touch with the customer services. I was sent the replacement product. Very happy with the service I received.
    One person found this helpful
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Product Summary: Pik-a-Pak TL2045 Step Down Transformer USA to UK

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  • UK 13amp 3 pin
  • Design allows USA equipment to be used in UK
  • Converts 240V to 110V

Product description

Product Description
Pik-a-Pak STEP DOWN TRANSFORMER USA TO UK,UK 13amp 3 pin,Design allows USA equipment to be used in UK,Converts 240V to 110V,Can NOT be used for earthed items,Rated at 45va,Design allows USA equipment to be used in UK
Box Contains
1 x Pik-a-Pak Step down transformer USA to UK
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