Ceptics Australia Plug Adapter (Type I, 3 Pack)
Australia, New Zealand and China
- Type I plug
- Takes US two- and three-prong plugs
- Grounded, 10A/250V
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Travel Guide
China Plug Type and Adapter
Mainland China uses plug types A, C and I at 220 V, 50 Hz. Which US plugs fit Chinese sockets, and why Hong Kong needs a different adapter.
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The short answer
China uses plug types A, I at 220 V, 50 Hz. US plugs fit, so most US travelers need no adapter.
Mainland China uses type A (flat two-pin), type I (angled pins, as in Australia) and some type C. Most hotel sockets are combined units that take two-prong US plugs, so the adapter question is mainly about three-prong plugs.
The sockets in China
- A
Two flat parallel pins, no ground.
Where else type A is used - I
Two flat pins in a V shape, with an optional flat ground pin.
Where else type I is used
What you need, by where you're from
"Converter" applies only to single-voltage devices. Chargers marked 100-240V need an adapter at most.
| Traveling from | Adapter | Voltage converter |
|---|---|---|
| United States or Canada | Not needed | For 120 V-only devices |
| United Kingdom or Ireland | Universal | Not needed |
| Mainland Europe | Universal | Not needed |
| Australia or New Zealand | Not needed | Not needed |
| Japan | Not needed | For 100 V-only devices |
Adapters for China
Two-prong US plugs fit most sockets. This adapter covers three-prong plugs and sockets that don't take flat US pins.
Visiting several countries?
A universal adapter covers types A, C, G and I. It won't fit Switzerland, India or South Africa well.
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Worth knowing before you go
- Two-prong US plugs fit most Chinese sockets. Three-prong US plugs need a type I adapter.
- Hong Kong and Macau use the British type G plug, not the mainland's. Pack a type G adapter if you are going there too.
- China runs at 220 V. US devices rated for 120 V only need a converter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a plug adapter for China from the US?
For two-prong plugs, usually not. For three-prong plugs, bring a type I adapter.
Does Hong Kong use the same plug as China?
No. Hong Kong and Macau use type G, the British plug.
Do I need a voltage converter for China?
Only for devices that run on 120 V alone. China runs at 220 V.
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