Different plug types

 

Different plug charger/types

Have you ever come across an outlet whose socket differs from the type of charger/plug that you bring with you, during your training to any country? And you have to run after the plug/charger or a convertor to match the socket? The following table will give you the insight into the type of plugs/chargers that you must carry during your visit to any of the countries worldwide.

There are 15 different styles of outlets and plugs commonly used around the world. The type that is being used in United States is known as ‘Type A’, invented by American inventor Harvey Hubbell II, in 1904. 

 

Source: www.lightningbugelectric.com

 

Let’s dive into showcasing the most-used plugs around the world. There can be many fluctuations even within one country, but the following general standards outlets and plug styles should guide you to some extent.

Serial No	Type	Countries
1	A	Canada, US, Japan, and Mexico
2	B	Canada, US, and Mexico
3	C	Widely used throughout Asia, Europe and South America
4	D	India
5	E	Belgium, Czechia, France, Poland, and Slovakia
6	F	Commonly used in Europe and Russia
7	G	Widely used in the Arabian Peninsula and UK, as well as in Ireland, Malaysia, Malta, and Singapore
8	H	Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank
9	I	Australia, Argentina, China, and New Zealand
10	J	Only used in Liechtenstein and Switzerland
11	K	Only used in Denmark and Greenland
12	L	Only used in Chile and Italy
13	M	Only in South Africa
14	N	The International Electrotechnical Commissions choice for the standard universal plug. Mainly used in Brazil and South Africa
15	O	Only used in Thailand

With the above diagram and the table, I hope you will be prepared with the right plug/charger during any of your travels.