South Africa Power Plugs & Sockets
Electrical outlet guide for South Africa
230V
50Hz
3 Plug Types
South Africa uses Type C, Type M, Type N electrical plugs and outlets. The standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 50Hz. Before traveling to South Africa, check if you need a travel adapter for your devices.
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South Africa uses:
Type C
Type M
Type N
Plug Types Used in South Africa
| Plug Type | Standard | Pins | Grounded | Pin Configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Type C
Primary
|
CEE 7/16 (Europlug) | 2 | Ungrounded No | Two round pins (4mm diameter, 19mm long, 18.6mm apart) |
Type M
|
BS 546 (15A) | 3 | Grounded Yes | Three large round pins in triangular pattern (earth 8.7mm diameter, live/neutral 7.1mm diameter) |
Type N
|
IEC 60906-1 | 3 | Grounded Yes | Three round pins in triangular pattern (4mm pins for 10A, 4.8mm pins for 20A) |
