charging multiple electrical devices

[David Waterman]

Hi,

I am frustrated by the lack of electrical outlets in my bathroom. I realise there is an electric shock hazard and that is the reason behind this problem. However, I don't see why I can't plug all my devices in at the same time so they can charge, even if they charge one-at-a-time. Isn't it a simple enough matter to time share the supply to multiple plugs?

Is there some risk I'm missing here?

I find myself also wondering why things like shavers and toothbrushes can't charge via a USB outlet too. Of course, I'm presuming there that the risk is lower from a USB socket than the usual one - I know many USB chargers can supply quite a lot of current, and even at 5V that is probably some risk, but they don't have to supply a lot of current, I imagine.

What do you think?

Max.

 

[LankyWill]

I can't believe half you lads are entertaining this jobsworth. Instead of moaning about your poor shaver and toothbrush learn how to charge stuff properly. As already stated

Toothbrush in the day
Shaver at night

Is this really the sort of world we live in?

 

[westward10]

Couldn't agree more I am surprised it has so many posts.

 

[HandySparks]

I can't believe half you lads are entertaining this jobsworth. Instead of moaning about your poor shaver and toothbrush learn how to charge stuff properly. As already stated

Toothbrush in the day
Shaver at night

Is this really the sort of world we live in?

Customers want all sorts of odd stuff. Is this really any different?

 

[LankyWill]

Customers want all sorts of odd stuff. Is this really any different?

Yes because after i advise mrs smith on the reality of the situation she usually agrees with me. This is just a prime example of no grasp on reality.

 

[Andy78]

I can't believe half you lads are entertaining this jobsworth. Instead of moaning about your poor shaver and toothbrush learn how to charge stuff properly. As already stated

Toothbrush in the day
Shaver at night

Is this really the sort of world we live in?

I view it as an exercise in diplomacy in the face of blatant awkwardness which is a necessary skill with some of the customers I meet.

I can't go around saying "F*** me pal, if not having enough charging sockets for your worn out junk appliances is a hardship and a problem, are you even sure you know what a problem is ?" too often.


Just as a hypothetical example you understand, and in no way related to the post in question.

 

[Midwest]

Well the customer is always right. For me the only thing I have on charge in my bathroom is.........nought. Her indoors got her toothbrush plugged into shaver socket once a week, I binned my electric shaver (which only need charging once a month, shaved every day, don't you know), for more manly wet shaver.

But if people want to usb plug in there iPad, iPhone, watch a tv in the bath, hair remover, hairdryer or whatever else, pamper their needs. Personally, wandering around in the nudy , with lashings of water & steam abound, I rather just manually teeth with a toothbrush.

 

[Octopus]

A few months ago there was a headline stating a man had been killed by his iphone charger ... the reality was the iphone charger was plugged into an extension lead, which was balanced on his chest, and he was in a bath of hot water...... I'll leave the rest to your imagination.

 

[telectrix]

here's the answer.

 

[Specialist]

Nice tel, proper job.
I use an old fashioned cut throat razor or double edge razor with old fashioned brush & soap, can't beat it. Can be fun if your hand shakes though

 

[Andy78]

here's the answer.

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I think my Dad still has hold of my Grandad's version of that.

 

[Squid]

Nice tel, proper job.
I use an old fashioned cut throat razor or double edge razor with old fashioned brush & soap, can't beat it. Can be fun if your hand shakes though

You are a Eunuch AICMFP.......

 

[Specialist]

You are a Eunuch AICMFP.......

?? Sorry I only speak English.

 

[Squid]

AICMFP = And I Claim My £5

Eunuch = Cut throat razor and shaky hands for when you trim the nut sack. ;o))))

Sense of humour >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> ;o))))

 

[Specialist]

Sorry SWD been a long day & didn't have a clue what you were talking about

 

[Squid]

Ahh don't worry about as we get older we lose our sense of humour.......... ;o)))

 

[Specialist]

Don't think I lost it mate, more didn't have one to start with

 

[7029 dave]

What a bloody daft thread, it does not happen here in the UK. Forget all that 3 meter rubbish.I for one would never even fit a switch inside a bathroom, pull cord or it goes outside, never mind a socket.

 

[DPG]

What a bloody daft thread, it does not happen here in the UK. Forget all that 3 meter rubbish.I for one would never even fit a switch inside a bathroom, pull cord or it goes outside, never mind a socket.

I'm with you on that one Dave. Sensible way to go.

 

[7029 dave]

I'm with you on that one Dave. Sensible way to go.

I am just old school, my old mentors would be turning in their graves, and some of them would be in their 90's if still alive.?

 

[Squid]

I am just old school, my old mentors would be turning in their graves, and some of them would be in their 90's if still alive.?

Electrocuted?