When you go on a trip out of the country, it can be a real headache to connect your devices to a power outlet.
There are no less than 14 different types of plugs/outlets (male and female) in the world.
Each country, or group of countries, has adopted a type of power outlet based on its power grid, current voltage, or current electrical protection standards. That's why you will need an AC adapter in your suitcase.
This guide will help you take stock of the different types of electrical outlets.
| Plug Types | Plug Specifications | Country |
| Type A | 2 pins Not grounded Amperage : 15 A Voltage : 100 – 127 V | United States, Canada, Mexico and Japan |
| Type B | 3 pins Grounded Amperage : 15 A Voltage : 100 – 127 V | United States, Canada, Mexico and Japan |
| Type C | 2 pins Not grounded Amperage : 2.5 A Voltage : 220 – 240 V | Europe, South America and Asia |
| Type D | 3 pins Grounded Ampérage : 5 A Voltage : 220 – 240 V | India |
| Type E | 2 pins Grounded (Female) Amperage : 16 A Voltage : 220 – 240 V | France, Belgium, Poland, Slovakia and Czech Républic |
| Type F | 2 pins Not grounded Amperage : 16 A Voltage : 220 – 240 V | Europe (except UK and Ireland) and Russia |
| Type G | 3 pins Grounded Amperage : 13 A Voltage : 220 – 240 V | United Kingdom, Ireland, Malta, Malaysia and Singapore |
| Type H | 3 pins Grounded Amperage : 16 A Voltage : 220 – 240 V | Israel, West Bank and Gaza strip |
| Type I | 2 or 3 pins 2 pins : not grounded / 3 pins: grounded Amperage : 10 A Voltage : 220 – 240 V | Australia, New-Zealande, China and Argentina |
| Type J | 3 pins Grounded Amperage : 10 A Voltage : 220 – 240 V | Switzerland, Liechtenstein and Rwanda |
| Type K | 3 pins Grounded Amperage : 16 A Voltage : 220 – 240 V | Denmark et Greenland |
| Type L | 3 pins Grounded (central pin) Amperage : 10 A et 16 A Voltage : 220 – 240 V | Italy et au Chile |
| Type M | 3 pins Grounded Amperage : 15 A Voltage : 220 – 240 V | South Africa |
| Type N | 3 pins Grounded (central pin) Amperage : 10 A et 20 A Voltage : 220 – 240 V | Brazil |
