Plug, Socket Types, Voltage & Frequency By Country
SunStream Hydroponics is an international hydroponic supplier providing equipment to Canada, United States of America (USA), Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom (UK) and Italy.
In this article, we will introduce the plug, socket types, voltage and frequency used by the countries mentioned above to help you use our products more efficient and secure.
Plug, Socket Types, Voltage & Frequency By Country
North American countries like Canada and United States share common electricity stands, both of them use 120 Volts and 60Hz alternating current, and type A/B as their plug, socket types.
Although most European and Ocienia contries use 230 Volts and 50Hz alternating current, the plug, socket types vary for different regions. You may need the AC power adapter converter if your device's plug is not compatible with the socket.
Table 1 lists plug, socket types, voltage and frequency of the countries where SunStream Hydroponics' products are selling.
Table 1. Plug, Socket Types, Voltage & Frequency By Country
Country | Single Phase Voltage (Volts) | Frequency (Hertz) | Plug & Socket Type |
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Canada | 120 V | 60 Hz | A / B |
United States of America (USA) | 120 V | 60 Hz | A / B |
Australia | 230 V | 50 Hz | I |
New Zealand | 230 V | 50 Hz | I |
United Kingdom (UK) | 230 V | 50 Hz | G |
Italy | 230 V | 50 Hz | C / F / L |
Plug, Socket Types Details
The AC power adapter converter may solve the compatibility issue of plug and socket shape issue, but you should not neglect the current and voltage difference for each type in order to use your devices efficiently and safely.
Table 2 lists detailed information such as current, voltage, and photo of all plug types that related to products sold by SunStream Hydroponics across the world.
Table 2. Plug, Socket Types Details
Type | Pins | Include Grounded | Electric Current (Ampere) | Single Phase Voltage (Volts) | Mainly Used Counties | Socket Compatible | Photo |
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A | 2 Pins | Not Grounded | 15 A | 100 – 127 V | Canada, United States of America (USA), Mexico & Japan | A | |
B | 3 Pins | Grounded | 15 A | 100 – 127 V | Canada, United States of America (USA), Mexico & Japan | A & B | |
C | 2 Pins | Not Grounded | 2.5 A | 220 – 240 V | Europe, South America & Asia | C | |
F | 2 Pins | Grounded | 16 A | 220 – 240 V | Europe & Russia, except for United Kingdom (UK) & Ireland | C, E & F | |
G | 3 Pins | Grounded | 13 A | 220 – 240 V | United Kingdom (UK), Ireland, Malta, Malaysia & Singapore | G | |
I | 2 or 3 Pins | 2 Pins: Not Grounded / 3 Pins: Grounded | 10 A | 220 – 240 V | Australia, New Zealand, China & Argentina | I | |
L | 3 Pins | Grounded | 10 A & 16 A | 220 – 240 V | Italy & Chile | C & L (10 A version) / L (16 A version) |
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