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Type N Travel Adapter (ABNT NBR 14136 / SANS 164-2)

Type N travel adapter

Type N plugs are a modern grounded plug system defined by the Brazilian standard ABNT NBR 14136 and the harmonized South African standard SANS 164-2. The design supports improved safety and standardized pin spacing compared to older regional plug types.

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Electrical standard: typically 127/220 V or 220–240 V / 50–60 Hz.
Adapters do not convert voltage.

A Type N travel adapter, also commonly sold as a Type N travel adaptor or ABNT NBR 14136 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 N Is Encountered

Countries and territories are listed because Type N 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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