How do I find the appropriate charger parts in HP Parts Store

[Yin64]

I recently moved back from living in Japan where I bought my HP ENVY 15-ep0001tx laptop and was hoping to replace the Japanese 2 prong wall plug with a 3 prong wall plug now that I'm back in the UK. However, whenever I look up the parts and my laptop through the HP Parts Store nothing comes up (I'm assuming it's because the laptop is a Japanese model). The charger itself is perfectly fine, but since I'm back here long term I'd like to avoid having to use an adapter whenever I charge my laptop. How can I make sure that I find a compatible power cord?

For reference, the HP Parts Number for the charger is L00895-003, replacement number L00818-850(with these specifications: 200W, 100-240V, ~3.0A, 50-60Hz), while the cord I want to replace with a UK version has the number 653326-006. Not sure if this information is necessary but the cord has 300V 0.75mm² written on it.

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Hi:

Chapter 3, page 20 of the maintenance and service guide on your notebook model series' support page indicates that the power cord you need for use in the UK is:

For use in the United Kingdom L22332-001

HP ENVY 15-ep0000 Laptop PC series Manuals | HP® Customer Support

It is not yet available for purchase according to the HP parts website.

HP Parts Store - HP Computer Parts - HP Printer Parts - Compaq Parts

However, the list of other power cords listed on page 21, shows that part number is available.

However, I have no idea what the difference could be.

For use in the United Kingdom L22320-001

HP Parts Store - HP Computer Parts - HP Printer Parts - Compaq Parts

The power cord that came with your PC was on the list on page 20.

L22344-001

CORD C13 1.0M STR Prm JPN

You enter the product number of your PC in the search box at the link below...16G25PA

HP PartSurfer

[Yin64]

Thanks so much for your quick response! It seems that the difference between the two power cords is the type of connector it has. I did a quick google to see what the difference is between C5 vs C13, and unfortunately my AC adapter requires C13 which is the one that isn't available. 

This is the image I found:

Sorry to ask for more, but do you know if there are any other options? Or will I just have to persevere with a JP to UK plug adapter?

[Paul_Tikkanen · Accepted solution]

You're very welcome, and thanks for letting me know the difference between the connectors.

I have never seen a notebook power adapter that has a C13 input.

Those are usually found on desktop PC's and monitors.

Perhaps you can just buy a generic UK C13 PC power cord and use that until HP has the part you need for sale.

Ancable 1.5M 3 Prong Power Cable Kettle Lead, UK 3 Pin IEC C13 Computer Power Lead for for Samsung, ...

[Yin64]

That's a great idea, and I'm a little embarrassed that I didn't even think of that! I'm not sure what kind of differences there are between the HP power cords and the generic ones but I'll try and have a more thorough look before deciding on one. 

Thanks again!

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Anytime.

Glad to have been of assistance.

Sometimes the HP cords may be three insulated wires separately instead of all three in one 'tube.'

That provides for a little more flexibility when you want to pack up the charger for a trip.

The cord I posted from Amazon seems to meet or exceed any of the electrical requirements (wattage, amperage, etc).