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Type D Travel Adapter (BS 546)

Type D travel adapter

Type D plugs (formally designated BS 546) have three round pins arranged in a triangular pattern. This older plug design is still encountered in parts of South Asia and in legacy installations elsewhere.

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Electrical standard: typically 220–240 V / 50–60 Hz.
Adapters do not convert voltage.

A Type D travel adapter, also commonly sold as a Type D travel adaptor or BS 546 adaptor plug, changes plug shape only. It does not convert voltage.

This grounded adapter accepts not just U.S. plugs but plug styles from all countries, except Type M South Africa plugs. However, Type E/F Schuko-style plugs will not be grounded.

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Popular Type D Destinations

India · Nepal · Sri Lanka · Namibia

Countries and Territories Where Type D Is Encountered

Countries and territories are listed because Type D is encountered in at least some installations. Presence may be legacy, partial, commercial, or situational. Adapter may also be spelled adaptor; both spellings are used for travel plug adapters. Grounded may also be described as earthed.

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