Introduced in: Brazil (2001) and South Africa (2013) to unify the plug and socket system. Features: Unique design:Triangular shape with two round prongs and a grounding pin. Safety features:Insulated sleeves on prongs to prevent accidental contact when partially inserted. Variants: Brazil: 10 amp and 20 amp versions with different pin diameters (4mm & 4.8mm). South […]
Category Archives: Plug Types
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Used in: Thailand exclusively. Features: Rated for 16 amps. Three round prongs: Two power pins (19 mm, insulated) and one grounding pin (21.4 mm). Compatible with: Existing hybrid sockets (types A, B, C, and O). Future plan: Phase out compatibility with American types A and B plugs. Incompatible with: Type H (Israel), type K (Denmark), type E/F […]
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Main usage: South Africa, Swaziland, and Lesotho. Features: Resembles type D but larger: Three round prongs in a triangle with larger size compared to the Indian type D. Grounded, 16 amp capacity. Pin details: Central earth pin: 28.6 mm long, 8.7 mm diameter. Line and neutral pins: 7.1 mm diameter, 18.6 mm long, 25.4 mm center-to-center […]
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Main usage: Italy, Chile, Uruguay, with scattered use in North Africa. Features: Two versions:Both grounded, differing in amperage and pin size/spacing: 10 amp version:Three round pins (4 mm diameter), 19 mm length, 19 mm center-to-center spacing between line and neutral pins. Compatible with type C plugs. 16 amp version:Three round pins (5 mm diameter), 19 […]
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Usage: Primarily found in Denmark and Greenland. Features: Unique design: Three-pronged plug with a U-shaped grounding pin on the plug itself, unlike similar type E which has the pin in the socket. Technical specifications: Round line and neutral pins: 4.8 mm diameter, 19 mm length, 19 mm center-to-center spacing. U-shaped grounding pin: 14 mm length, 4 […]
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Type J is the primary plug standard used in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. It resembles the type C plug with the addition of a grounding pin, providing enhanced safety. Key features: Three round prongs: Similar to type C but with an additional central grounding pin. 4 mm round pins measuring 19 mm in length. Partially or […]
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Type I, known for its upside-down V-shaped prongs, is primarily used in Australia, New Zealand, and several other countries. This plug offers features that prioritize safety and compatibility. Key features: Two flat, insulated blades at an angle, spaced 13.7 mm apart. Central grounding pin (optional) for additional safety. Available in 10 amp and 15 amp […]
Type H, the only plug type used in Israel and Palestine, poses significant safety concerns and should be handled with extreme caution. Key features: Three round, uninsulated prongs forming a triangle. Limited compatibility: Primarily fits type H sockets and some type C plugs. Not grounded when used with type E or F plugs (forcing such […]
Type G, also known as the BS 1363 plug, is the dominant standard in the UK, Ireland, and several other countries. This three-pronged plug features unique safety and design elements. Key features: Three rectangular prongs forming an isosceles triangle. Central grounding pin for safety. 9 mm insulated sleeves on pins for added protection. Built-in fuses […]
Type F, also known as Schuko (meaning “protection contact” in German), is a widely used plug in Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, and many other European countries. Key features: Round shape with two 4.8 mm round pins spaced 19 mm apart. Top and bottom earthing clips for safe grounding. Slightly non-circular with notches for increased stability […]
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