International Plug Types
International outlets differ first by physical shape: flat pins, round pins, rectangular pins, grounding clips, and different pin arrangements. The Type A through Type O labels are simply a convenient way to identify those plug and socket shapes. Use this index to compare them, then open the individual page for compatibility and country details. For help choosing a travel plug adapter or adaptor, including a universal travel adapter, see the travel plug buying guide . You can also browse travel adapters/adaptors by country and territory .
Plug and Socket Types A Through O
Type A
NEMA 1-15 / US & Japan plug
Two flat parallel pins; ungrounded.
Type B
NEMA 5-15 / grounded US plug
Two flat parallel pins plus a round grounding pin.
Type C
Europlug / CEE 7/16
Two round pins; ungrounded Europlug.
Type D
BS 546 / 5 amp round-pin
Three large round pins in a triangular pattern; grounded.
Type E / Type F
CEE 7/5 and CEE 7/4 Schuko
Two round pins with grounding by socket pin or side clips.
Type G
BS 1363 / UK fused plug
Three rectangular pins; fused and grounded.
Type H
SI 32 / Israel plug
Three round pins in a triangular pattern; grounded Israeli standard.
Type I
AS/NZS 3112 / Australia & New Zealand
Two flat angled pins plus a vertical grounding pin.
Type J
SEV 1011 / Switzerland
Three round pins in a triangular pattern; grounded Swiss standard.
Type K
DS 60884-2-D1 / Denmark
Two round pins with a third grounding pin; Danish standard.
Type L
CEI 23-50 / Italy
Three round pins in a straight line; grounded Italian standard.
Type M
BS 546 / 15 amp round-pin
Three large round pins in a triangular pattern; grounded.
Type N
IEC 60906-1 / Brazil
Three round pins in a triangular pattern; grounded Brazilian standard.
Type O
TIS 166-2549 / Thailand
Three round pins in a triangular pattern; grounded Thai standard.
British Shaver Outlet
BS 4573 / shaver socket
Two-pin, low-wattage bathroom outlet for shavers and similar devices.
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