What kind of plugs are used in the UK?

What kind of plugs are used in the UK?

Type G mainly used in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Malta, Malaysia & Singapore (for a full list, click here) 3 pins grounded 13 A 220 – 240 V socket compatible with plug type G

What are the different types of plugs and sockets?

Type C 1 commonly used in Europe, South America & Asia 2 2 pins 3 not grounded 4 2.5 A, 10 A & 16 A 5 almost always 220 – 240 V 6 socket compatible with plug type C

What kind of plugs are used in France?

Type E 1 primarily used in France, Belgium, Poland, Slovakia & Czechia 2 2 pins 3 grounded 4 16 A 5 220 – 240 V 6 socket compatible with plug types C, E & F

It is likely you will only find plugs-type “G” in the UK. Plugs type “D” and “M” are considered “old” and not common. They are are still used nowadays to differentiate low-power lighting circuits. So please don’t try to use an adapter on them for high-power equipments like hair-dryer or even battery chargers.

Do you need a voltage adapter in Australia?

You can plug your devices to the electric network grid in Australia without requiring a voltage adapter. Sorry, none of the plugs used in both countries are common. You will definitelly need plug adapters, please continue reading for more information.

What kind of travel adapter do Aussies use?

Jackson Double Outlet International Travel Adaptor for Aussie Travellers. SANSAI 3 Pin Universal Travel Adaptor Use in Part of UK, HK, Singapore… STV-11

Do you need a voltage adapter for hairdryers in Australia?

You will not need any sort of voltage adapter (they are always big, heavy and they can’t handle too much energy. i.e. might have problems with hairdryers). You can plug your devices to the electric network grid in Australia without requiring a voltage adapter.