Universal sockets "Universal" or "multi-standard" sockets are intended to accommodate plugs of various types. In some jurisdictions, they violate safety standards for sockets. Safety advocates, the United States Army, and a manufacturer of sockets point out a number of safety issues with universal socket and adapters, including voltage mismatch, exposure of live pins, lack of proper earth ground connection, or lack of protection from overload or short circuit. Universal sockets may not meet technical standards for durability, plug retention force, temperature rise of components, or other performance requirements, as they are outside the scope of national and international technical standards.

Type N used in Brazil and South Africa 3 pins grounded 10 A, 16 A & 20 A 100 – 240 V socket compatible with plug types C & N

AC power plugs and sockets connect electric equipment to the alternating current (AC) mains electricity power supply in buildings and at other sites. Electrical plugs and sockets differ from one another in voltage and current rating, shape, size, and connector type. Different standard systems of plugs and sockets are used around the world.

A volt-ampere (SI symbol: V⋅A or V A; also VA) is the unit for the apparent power in an electrical circuit. The apparent power equals the product of root mean square voltage and root mean square current.[1] In direct current (DC) circuits, this product is equal to the real power[2] in watts. Volt-amperes are usually used for analyzing alternating current (AC) circuits. The volt-ampere is dimensionally equivalent to the watt (in SI units, 1 V⋅A = 1 W). VA rating is most used for generators and transformers (and other power handling equipment) where loads may be reactive (inductive or capacitive).

Type M mainly used in South Africa 3 pins grounded 15 A 220 – 240 V socket compatible with plug type M

Wondering what the difference between amps and volts is? Voltage, amperage, and wattage are all related. Read on if you’re interested in learning more about these electrical terms and how they work together.

used almost exclusively in Italy & Chile 3 pins grounded 10 A & 16 A 220 – 240 V 10 A socket compatible with plug types C & L (10 A version) 16 A socket compatible with plug type L (16 A version)

Voltage Protector Vs Voltage Stabilizer

used almost exclusively in Denmark & Greenland 3 pins grounded 16 A 220 – 240 V socket compatible with plug types C & K (partial and unsafe compatibility with E & F)

if you live in an area with frequent voltage fluctuation or power cut, these fluctuation may gradually damage your appliances especially your fridge. This is why it is wise to invest in a voltage Protector to protect your refrigerator.

Type J is used almost exclusively in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Type J used almost exclusively in Switzerland & Liechtenstein 3 pins grounded 10 A 220 – 240 V socket compatible with plug types C & J

Type I is mainly used in Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, China and Argentina. Type I mainly used in Australia, New Zealand, China & Argentina 2 or 3 pins 2 pins: not grounded / 3 pins: grounded 10 A 220 – 240 V socket compatible with plug type I