Thailand Chiang Mai outdoor power supply price

How much does gas cost in Chiang Mai?

Most condo buildings will have a fixed monthly rate – normally 100 baht per month. There is no main gas supply in Chiang Mai, but it isn’t uncommon to operate gas grills or burners – often in the outdoor areas of a house. Most condo buildings won’t allow gas at all.

Do you need heating in Chiang Mai?

It is the prominent power source for most as mains gas is not available in Chiang Mai, meaning many households will use it for cooking as well as the essential lighting and temperature control. We use that latter term as – to be frank – no one needs heating in Chiang Mai!

How many volts does Thailand use?

Thailand runs on 220 volts and 50 hertz. Wall outlets accept flat-prong and round-prong plugs. Some electrical connections in Thailand may not be safe, so always exercise caution. Thailand’s electrical grid is stable in city areas but may not be stable in rural areas. You can buy 220 volt to 120 volt converters at HomePro and Saphan Lek.

How many volts do you need to power a house in Thailand?

You’ll just need a 220 volt to 110 volt step-down transformer (converter) to do so. More about transformers and converters later in this guide. Electricity in Thailand runs at a frequency of 50 hertz, so all the appliances you buy here will also be rated for 50 hertz. Most appliances from the West, however, run off 60 hertz.

Where can I buy a power adapter in Thailand?

For basic electronics like phones, tablets, and even laptops, you can get a standard Thailand power adapter to convert a three-prong plug into a two-prong plug to fit into a two-pronged outlet. HomePro, Big C, Power Buy, or any mom and pop electric shop carries these adapters.

How does electricity work in Thailand?

You don’t have to be an electrician to understand how electricity in Thailand works, but you do have to know some of the basics. Thailand runs on 220 volts. This means that you can charge almost all your smaller electronics in Thailand because the chargers are rated for both 110 volts and 220 volts.