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Plug Types
Learn about the different types of electrical plugs and sockets in use around the world, with our in-depth guides. Select a plug type below to get started!
Type A 
Type A plugs are used in North and Central America, and Japan. They are ungrounded and have two flat parallel pins.
Type B 
Type B plugs are used alongside Type A in North and Central America, and Japan. They are grounded and have two flat parallel pins and a grounding pin.
Type C 
Type C plugs are used in Europe, South America, and Asia. They are ungrounded and have two round pins. They are used alongside a variety of grounded plug types.
Type D 
Type D plugs are used in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. They are grounded and have three round pins in a triangular pattern.
Type E 
Type E plugs are used in Europe, South America, and Asia. They are grounded and have two round pins and a receptacle grounding pin.
Type F 
Type F plugs are used in Europe, South America, and Asia. They are grounded and have two round pins and two grounding clips.
Type G 
Type G plugs are used in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and other countries. They are grounded and have three rectangular pins.
Type H 
Type H plugs are used in Israel. They are grounded and have three flat pins.
Type I 
Type I plugs are used in Australia, New Zealand, and China. They are grounded and have two flat pins in a V-shape and a grounding pin.
Type J 
Type J plugs are used in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. They are grounded and have three round pins in a row.
Type K 
Type K plugs are used in Denmark and Greenland. They are grounded and have three round pins in a row, with the centre pin slightly offset.
Type L 
Type L plugs are used in Italy and Chile. They are grounded and have three round pins in a row.
Type M 
Type M plugs are used in South Africa and India. They are grounded and have three round pins in a triangular pattern.
Type N 
Type N plugs are used in Brazil. They are grounded and have three round pins in a triangular pattern.
Type O 
Type O plugs are used in Thailand. They are grounded and have three round pins in a triangular pattern. They look similar to Type M plugs, with which they are, however, not compatible.