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Do Australian plugs work in Argentina?

Do Australian plugs work in Argentina?

You can use your electric appliances in Argentina, because the standard voltage (220 V) is (more or less) the same as in Australia (230 V). So you don’t need a voltage converter in Argentina, when living in Australia.

Where are Type F plugs used?

Type F – Schuko (DE electrical socket/electrical plug) This electrical socket is common in: Germany, Austria, Netherlands, Luxembourg, has two round pins (diameter 4.8mm, centers spaced 19mm apart). pin, it has two earth clips on the sides.

What is a Type F adapter?

Information on the Type F Schuko plug Electrical Adapter Plug and Electrical Outlet. The Type F plug and outlet is much like the Type E, except it has two earth clips on the side rather than a female earth contact.

What does a type G plug look like?

The Type G plug has three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern and includes a fuse (usually a 3A fuse for smaller appliances, such as computers, or a 13A fuse for larger appliances, such as heaters).

Why are there holes on plugs?

Type A and B plugs have two flat prongs with (often, but not always) a hole near the tip. These holes aren’t there without a reason. These bumps fit into the holes so that the outlet can grip the plug’s prongs more firmly. This prevents the plug from slipping out of the socket due to the weight of the plug and cord.

Are 3 pin plugs safer?

Thus, 3-pin plugs ensure our safety from the current, as compared to a 2-pin plug. 3-pin plugs also limit the amount of power that can flow through the circuit, as compared to a 2-pin plug. Hence 3-pin plugs are safer as compared to 2-pin plugs.

Which countries use type G plug?

This electrical socket is common in: GB, Ireland, Cyprus, Malta, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong….Used in countries:

Bahrain 230V 50Hz Power socket: Type G
Myanmar 230V 50Hz Power socket: Type C, Type D, Type F, Type G
Nigeria 230V 50Hz Power socket: Type D, Type G

What is a Type A plug?

The plug type A (or NEMA-1) has two flat live contact pins, which are arranged in parallel at a distance of 12.7 mm. The contacts are between 256 mm long, 6.35 mm wide and 1,524 mm thick. The plug-type A is especially used for smaller devices.

What does a Type B plug look like?

Type B electrical plug has two flat parallel pins and a round grounding (earth) pin. Earth pin is longer than the other two so that the device is grounded before the power is connected. American and Japanese plus are similar in design.

What color is the ground wire on a 3 prong plug?

green