What power plug types are used around the world?

There are 15 different power plug types used globally, labeled A through O. The most common are Type A & B (USA, Canada, Japan), Type C & F (Europe), Type G (UK, Singapore), and Type I (Australia, China).

Do I need a voltage converter when traveling?

It depends on your destination. Most of North America uses 120V while Europe, Asia, and most other regions use 220-240V. Modern electronics like phones and laptops usually have dual-voltage chargers (100-240V), but hair dryers and other appliances may need a converter.

What's the difference between a travel adapter and a voltage converter?

A travel adapter only changes the plug shape to fit different outlets - it doesn't convert voltage. A voltage converter actually transforms the electrical current from one voltage to another. Most travelers only need an adapter since modern electronics handle multiple voltages.

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LON00:00230V · Type G

TYO08:00100V · Type A·B

NYC19:00120V · Type A·B

SYD09:00230V · Type I

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🇹🇭ThailandA · B · C220V50🇯🇵JapanA · B100V50/60🇬🇧UKG230V50

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240 V · 50 Hz

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01🇯🇵JPJapanTYPE A · B100 V50/60↗ 12%compatible 02🇬🇧GBUnited KingdomTYPE G230 V50↗ 8%adapter 03🇹🇭THThailandTYPE A · B · C220 V50↗ 24%adapter 04🇫🇷FRFranceTYPE C · E230 V50↗ 4%adapter 05🇮🇹ITItalyTYPE C · F · L230 V50↗ 6%adapter 06🇦🇺AUAustraliaTYPE I230 V50↘ 2%adapter 07🇺🇸USUnited StatesTYPE A · B120 V60↗ 3%compatible 08🇧🇷BRBrazilTYPE C · N127 V60↗ 14%mixed

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