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Type L Travel Adapter (CEI 23-50 / Italy Plug)

Type L travel adapter

Type L plugs are the Italian grounded plug system defined by the national standard CEI 23-50. The plug features three round pins arranged in a straight line and exists in multiple current ratings for different appliance classes. It is used in Italy, San Marino, Vatican City, and Chile.

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Electrical standard: typically 230 V / 50 Hz.
Adapters do not convert voltage.

A Type L travel adapter, also commonly sold as a Type L travel adaptor or CEI 23-50 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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Countries and Territories Where Type L Is Encountered

Countries and territories are listed because Type L is encountered in at least some installations. Presence may be national, partial, legacy, hotel-only, 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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