Squirt Posted January 30, 2012 Report Share Posted January 30, 2012 Hi All I was wondering if anybody could explain to me about these different voltages, hertz of electronics? I was looking at buying a few electrical goods over there, but most of the use a different power socket to NZ. So you can buy the adapter ect. But what this transformer that I may need to buy? So I understand SG is 230V and so is NZ and SG is 50 hertz. So what is the hertz in NZ? and does it affect the usage? Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted January 30, 2012 Report Share Posted January 30, 2012 Hz is what happens when you put your finger into a live socket! :slfg: Both Sg and NZ have the same ie. 230V and 50Hz. In the past I had an bedside clock that used the line frequency of the alternating current to get the timing. Switch it to 60Hz and the time went well off. Also turntables used the line frequency of the lights so you could determine if the speed were out .. it stroboscoped at 50hz so that the pattern became stationary. I guess other things use the mains frequency for timing too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted January 30, 2012 Report Share Posted January 30, 2012 Grant buys all his electronic stuff from Singapore and other Asian outlets. Nothing added required. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirt Posted January 30, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 30, 2012 Cool :thup: so all I need is an adaptor? Getting pretty close only 4 days :happy2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueether Posted January 30, 2012 Report Share Posted January 30, 2012 or just (get a sparkie to) replace the plug end. computers etc all have standard(ish) power in so it is often just as easy to replace the cable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diver21 Posted January 30, 2012 Report Share Posted January 30, 2012 or just (get a sparkie to) replace the plug end. or you can do it yourself, its legal to do so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ally07 Posted January 30, 2012 Report Share Posted January 30, 2012 Cool :thup: so all I need is an adaptor? Getting pretty close only 4 days :happy2: If you don't mind haggling and pitting one shop against the other, jump into a cab and tell him to take you to Sim Lim Square. Whatever you need, they'll have it. Cameras, camcorders, DVD players, computers, computer parts, etc, etc, etc. But if you want to shop in comfort, deal with reputable brands and don't mind paying slightly more then jump in a cab and tell him to take you to Funan Mall. Happy hunting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirt Posted January 31, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Cheers, I've heard sim lim square to be a bit of a be cautious place. But all will be fun. Bought some more cash today... 3 days... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Of course much better to get a local to do the haggling for you ..they will always do better than a tourist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Li@m Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Locals always get a cheaper price than a tourist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirt Posted January 31, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Hopefully I look local. Ill just throw in some Cantonese in my English an hope for the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamC Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Hopefully I look local. Ill just throw in some Cantonese in my English an hope for the best. That would definitely mark you as a tourist! Try some Mandarin instead :slfg: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ally07 Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 It's OK if you're not local, just put on a poker face and don't let them call their bluff. If they're not willing to give you a deal, just walk away. This might cause them to call you back to do a deal, but if they don't, there are plenty more shops around haha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Li@m Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Oh yes the "Walk away". Nek minit the price has dropped by 50% Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 They say you should not buy anything before the seller has offered at least 3 price reductions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirt Posted January 31, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 All good tips! Sisters after a whole lot of stuff for uni so maybe a buy in bulk discount. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zayne Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 doesn't school start soon? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#!CrunchBang Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 uni is a month away Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirt Posted January 31, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Yeah, I start officially on thursday. School can get over it. :slfg: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caryl Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Don't make eye contact with anyone selling anything unless you actually want to buy something! They are relentless!! And, if I remember correctly, it was under the Sim Lim Tower (or the Square over the road) there is a food court with an excellent selection Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ally07 Posted January 31, 2012 Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Oh, and don't forget: 1. Always offer to pay cash on the spot instead of using a credit card. 2. If they're not willing to budge on discounts, ask them to throw in some free stuff. 3. Go straight for the jugular. As soon as you walk in, just say that you're after Items A, B, C, D and E - can they do you a deal? If they start humming and hawing, just move on. Saves you a heap of time. Have fun haggling! :thup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirt Posted January 31, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 31, 2012 Thanks Caryl and Ally. normally the walk away works for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Squirt Posted February 2, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 2, 2012 Oh while on topic of Singapore what else would I need to bring that's not on this list? Getting ready to go now. One day of school and it's boring already Clothes Shoes Hat and sunnies Toiletries and medications Watch Adapters, phone, electrical equipment Local currency. I'm trying to pack light so I can buy new clothes and shoes over there. Can buy the mozzie repellant and other stuff over there if I need to. On a side note; are you allowed to bring pressurized cans in your check in luggage (deodorant)? Flying jet star. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueether Posted February 2, 2012 Report Share Posted February 2, 2012 On a side note; are you allowed to bring pressurized cans in your check in luggage (deodorant)? Flying jet star.If it dosen't bring the plane down noone will know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cricketman Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 your limited to the size that the containers can be, hence the "travel size" toiletry packs you can get from warehouse etc. just make sure you take as part of hand luggage, pressurised canisters don't do well at altitude. neither to 50oz gin bottles.... :facepalm: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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