British Shaver Outlet (BS 4573)
A British shaver outlet is a special low-power bathroom socket covered by the BS 4573 standard. It is made for electric shavers and toothbrush chargers, not general appliances.
The socket uses an internal isolation transformer to separate it electrically from the main power supply. That provides additional protection in bathrooms and other wet areas.
It may also be called a British shaver socket or BS 4573 shaver socket. It is not a general travel adapter, travel adaptor, or voltage converter.
Key Characteristics
- Not a standard power outlet
- Intended for low-power shavers and toothbrush chargers
- May supply 110–120V, 220–240V, or both
- Uses an internal isolation transformer
- Common in bathrooms and hotel rooms
Compatible Plugs
- UK shaver plugs covered by BS 4573
- Two-pin European-style shaver plugs
For travelers, a USB-rechargeable shaver is often simpler than relying on a hotel bathroom shaver socket. Charge it from a USB charger or power bank, and make sure any wall charger you use is rated for 100–240V input.
Where British Shaver Outlets Are Encountered
- United Kingdom
- Ireland
- Hotels and accommodations in other countries
Outlet may also be described as socket, and adapter may also be spelled adaptor. A British shaver outlet is a special low-power bathroom socket, not a standard power outlet.
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