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Type N plug and socket
Two round pins and a round earth pin (IEC 60906-1). Earthed. Rated 20 A. Used in Brazil, South Africa.
Type N socket
The IEC 60906-1 plug adopted by Brazil (NBR 14136, 10 A and 20 A sizes) and South Africa (SANS 164-2, 16 A). Type N sockets were designed to accept Type C Europlugs as well.
Plugs that fit a Type N socket
Sockets a Type N plug fits
Type N.
Countries that use Type N (3)
- Brazil 127/220 V
- Paraguay 230 V
- South Africa 230 V
Also reported occasionally in: Canada, Eswatini, Mozambique, Namibia, United States.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Type N plug?
The IEC 60906-1 plug adopted by Brazil (NBR 14136, 10 A and 20 A sizes) and South Africa (SANS 164-2, 16 A). Type N sockets were designed to accept Type C Europlugs as well.
Which countries use Type N?
3 countries and territories: Brazil, Paraguay, South Africa.
What plugs fit a Type N socket?
Type C, Type N.