Guide
Power plug types and voltages by country
This guide shows which plug type and which mains voltage each country uses, so you can tell us exactly what your socket looks like when you order. Plug shapes are named by letters, from type A to type N. Find your country in the quick table or the full type table below. If you are ordering an LED poster, tell us your country and we match the power cord; the plug is not something you have to solve yourself.
- Types A to N
- Voltage and frequency
- 20 countries
- Tell us your country
Plug types by country: quick lookup
| Country | Plug type | Mains voltage and frequency |
|---|---|---|
| United States | A, B | 120 V, 60 Hz |
| Canada | A, B | 120 V, 60 Hz |
| Mexico | A, B | 127 V, 60 Hz |
| United Kingdom | G | 230 V, 50 Hz |
| Ireland | G | 230 V, 50 Hz |
| Germany | C, F | 230 V, 50 Hz |
| France | C, E, F | 230 V, 50 Hz |
| Australia | I | 230 V, 50 Hz |
| New Zealand | I | 230 V, 50 Hz |
| United Arab Emirates | G | 230 V, 50 Hz |
| Saudi Arabia | G (also A, B, C, F in use) | 230 V, 60 Hz |
| India | C, D, M | 230 V, 50 Hz |
| Japan | A, B | 100 V, 50 or 60 Hz by region |
| Korea | C, F | 220 V, 60 Hz |
| Brazil | N (also A, B, C) | 127 V or 220 V, 60 Hz by region |
| Malaysia | G | 240 V nominal, 50 Hz |
| Singapore | G | 230 V, 50 Hz |
| Thailand | A, B, C, F (and the Thai national type) | 220 V, 50 Hz |
| Philippines | A, B (C also seen) | 220 V, 60 Hz |
| Indonesia | C, F | 230 V, 50 Hz |
Values are typical for the country. Some buildings, regions and older installations differ, so confirm your own socket.
How to tell your plug type
Look at the pins on the end of the plug.
- Two flat parallel pins: type A. With a third round pin: type B.
- Two round pins: type C, E or F. Type F has grounding clips on the sides, type E has a hole for the socket's pin.
- Three rectangular pins in a triangle: type G.
- Three round pins in a triangle: type D or M (the larger pins are type M).
- Two flat pins in a V shape: type I.
- Three round pins in other layouts: type J, K, L or N, depending on the country.
The letters A to N come from the IEC technical report that lists the plugs and sockets used around the world. The report names shapes only; it does not say which plug is right for a given product.
Plug types A to N: standard, voltage and countries
| Type | Look | Standard | Typical voltage and frequency | Countries where used |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Image slot G-A (file: photo-general-plug-a-any-01.jpg). Alt: Type A plug, two flat parallel pins. Photo to be sourced | NEMA 1-15 (North America); Japan uses a similar plug under JIS C 8303 | 120 V, 60 Hz (North America); 100 V, 50 or 60 Hz (Japan) | United States, Canada, Mexico (with type B), Japan, Philippines (with type B) |
| B | Image slot G-B (file: photo-general-plug-b-any-01.jpg). Alt: Type B plug, two flat parallel pins and a round grounding pin. Photo to be sourced | NEMA 5-15 | 120 V, 60 Hz (127 V nominal in Mexico) | United States, Canada, Mexico, Philippines (with type A), Japan (some sockets) |
| C | Image slot G-C (file: photo-general-plug-c-any-01.jpg). Alt: Type C plug, two round pins, 4.0 mm, ungrounded (Europlug). Photo to be sourced | CEE 7/16 (Europlug); fits CEE 7/17 and the sockets of types E and F | 220 to 240 V, 50 Hz (60 Hz in Korea) | Most of Europe, Korea, Indonesia, Thailand and many others, usually next to type E or F |
| D | Image slot G-D (file: photo-general-plug-d-any-01.jpg). Alt: Type D plug, three large round pins in a triangle. Photo to be sourced | BS 546 (older British standard); India's own standard is IS 1293 | 230 V, 50 Hz | India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and a few others |
| E | Image slot G-E (file: photo-general-plug-e-any-01.jpg). Alt: Type E plug, two round pins, 4.8 mm, with a hole for the socket's grounding pin. Photo to be sourced | CEE 7/5 (socket), CEE 7/6 (plug) | 230 V, 50 Hz | France, Belgium, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia |
| F | Image slot G-F (file: photo-general-plug-f-any-01.jpg). Alt: Type F plug, two round pins with grounding clips on the sides (Schuko). Photo to be sourced | CEE 7/4 (plug); CEE 7/7 hybrid plug fits both E and F | 230 V, 50 Hz (220 V, 60 Hz in Korea) | Germany, Austria, Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, Sweden, Finland, Norway, Korea, Indonesia and many others |
| G | Image slot G-G (file: photo-general-plug-g-any-01.jpg). Alt: Type G plug, three rectangular pins in a triangle, with a fuse in the plug. Photo to be sourced | BS 1363 | 230 V, 50 Hz (240 V nominal in Malaysia) | United Kingdom, Ireland, Malta, Cyprus, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia (often next to other types) |
| H | Image slot G-H (file: photo-general-plug-h-any-01.jpg). Alt: Type H plug, three pins (an older flat Y-shaped version and a newer round-pin version). Photo to be sourced | SI 32 | 230 V, 50 Hz | Israel |
| I | Image slot G-I (file: photo-general-plug-i-any-01.jpg). Alt: Type I plug, two flat pins in a V shape, plus a vertical grounding pin. Photo to be sourced | AS/NZS 3112 | 230 V, 50 Hz | Australia, New Zealand |
| J | Image slot G-J (file: photo-general-plug-j-any-01.jpg). Alt: Type J plug, three round pins, the grounding pin off-center. Photo to be sourced | SEV 1011 (SN 441011) | 230 V, 50 Hz | Switzerland, Liechtenstein |
| K | Image slot G-K (file: photo-general-plug-k-any-01.jpg). Alt: Type K plug, two round pins and a round grounding pin. Photo to be sourced | DS 60884-2-D1 | 230 V, 50 Hz | Denmark, Greenland |
| L | Image slot G-L (file: photo-general-plug-l-any-01.jpg). Alt: Type L plug, three round pins in a line, 10 A and 16 A versions. Photo to be sourced | CEI 23-50 | 230 V, 50 Hz | Italy, Chile |
| M | Image slot G-M (file: photo-general-plug-m-any-01.jpg). Alt: Type M plug, three large round pins in a triangle (15 A, larger than type D). Photo to be sourced | SANS 164-1 (BS 546 15 A) | 230 V, 50 Hz | South Africa, Lesotho, Eswatini |
| N | Image slot G-N (file: photo-general-plug-n-any-01.jpg). Alt: Type N plug, three round pins, 10 A or 20 A. Photo to be sourced | NBR 14136 | 127 V or 220 V, 60 Hz, depending on the region | Brazil |
Countries are examples, not complete lists. Many countries use more than one type.
Voltage matters as much as the plug
Two countries can use the same plug at different voltages: type A is 120 V in North America and 100 V in Japan, and type G is 230 V in most countries and 240 V nominal in Malaysia. A plug that fits the socket does not mean the device suits the mains. When you order an LED poster, give us your country and the voltage you have, and we confirm the power supply and the cord in the quotation.
Ordering an LED poster
Tell us your country when you request a quote, add any local requirements, and we match the cord. See the LED poster range or request a quote.
Questions about plugs and voltages
Which plug does my LED poster come with?
Tell us your country when you order and we match the power cord to it. Add any local requirements you know of to your request, and we confirm the cord in the quotation.
Can I use a travel adapter?
A travel adapter only changes the shape of the pins. It does not change the voltage or the frequency, so check that the mains voltage in your country is the one in your quotation before you plug anything in. For a poster that stays in place, a cord with the right plug is the better choice than an adapter.
How do I find out which plug type I have?
Look at the pins: how many there are, whether they are flat or round, and how far apart. Then find the shape in the table above. If your plug has two flat parallel pins it is type A, with a round third pin it is type B, with two round pins it is type C, E or F, and with three rectangular pins it is type G.
Does the plug type tell me the voltage?
No. The plug shape and the voltage are separate things. Type A is used at 120 V in North America and at 100 V in Japan, and type G is used at 230 V in most countries and 240 V nominal in Malaysia. Check the voltage of your country in the table and confirm it with us.
What do the letters A to N mean?
They are the plug type letters used in the IEC technical report on plugs and sockets in use around the world. A letter names a shape. It is not a quality grade, and the same letter can appear with different voltages.
Why does my country list more than one type?
Many countries have a national type and also accept others. France has types E and F, Brazil has type N next to A, B and C, and the Gulf countries have type G next to older types in some buildings. Tell us which socket you plan to use, and we match the cord to it.
Does a Europlug (type C) fit every European socket?
A type C plug has two round pins and fits the sockets of types C, E and F. It is rated for lower currents than a grounded plug, so for a larger device ask us for the cord that matches your socket.
Do I need a voltage converter?
A poster is built for the voltage in your quotation. If your country uses a different voltage, tell us when you order, and we confirm the right power supply. Other power supplies are available (Optional).
Where can I check the official plug type for my country?
Use the IEC World Plugs pages, or ask your national standards body or your electrician. The table on this page is a guide only; please confirm it with your local source.
Request a quote
Request a quote and tell us your country, the pitch, the quantity and your control system (NovaStar with Mean Well PSU by default; Huidu or Colorlight as a lower-cost option). Price, MOQ and lead time are quoted per order.