China Power Plugs & Sockets
Electrical outlet guide for China
220V
50Hz
3 Plug Types
China uses Type A, Type C, Type I electrical plugs and outlets. The standard voltage is 220V and the frequency is 50Hz. Before traveling to China, check if you need a travel adapter for your devices.
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China uses:
Type A
Type C
Type I
Plug Types Used in China
| Plug Type | Standard | Pins | Grounded | Pin Configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Type A
Primary
|
NEMA 1-15 | 2 | Ungrounded No | Two flat parallel pins (15.9mm apart, 15.9mm long, 6.3mm wide) |
Type C
|
CEE 7/16 (Europlug) | 2 | Ungrounded No | Two round pins (4mm diameter, 19mm long, 18.6mm apart) |
Type I
|
AS/NZS 3112 | 3 | Grounded Yes | Two angled flat pins (8mm long, 6.5mm wide, 30 degree angle) plus vertical grounding pin |
