World Plug and Socket Types
Type F
Type F is one of 15 standard electrical outlet types around the world. Learn more about this plug and socket type, including which countries use it and what it looks like.
What do Type F plugs and sockets look like?
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Type F plugs are earthed plugs. They have two round pins and side contacts that act as grounding clips. They are used on high-powered devices and appliances with metal casings, while low-power insulated devices, like phone chargers, use Type C 
plugs. Modern Type F plugs will work in any Type F or Type E 
socket. Type C plugs will also fit in Type F sockets. Type F plugs are known as Schuko plugs, short for Schutzkontakt, the German word for "protective contact."
Where are Type F plugs and sockets used?
Type F plugs are used in most of Europe, including Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, and Scandinavia.
