Plugs by countrySouth Africa
South Africa uses Type M and N outlets at 230V, 50Hz.
Going to South Africa? Check your plugs:
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One adapter for any of the Type M and N outlets gets you charging. Travel a lot? A universal adapter covers South Africa and almost everywhere else.
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Type M prongs on the wall side and a socket for your plugs on the front.
Fits the Type M outlets in South Africa.
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Type N prongs on the wall side and a socket for your plugs on the front.
Fits the Type N outlets in South Africa.
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Slide-out prongs for most of the world, handy if this isn't your only trip.
Works in South Africa and most other countries.
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That's the voltage most of the world uses. Dual-voltage chargers work fine; 100-120V-only gear from North America or Japan needs a converter.
Newer buildings use the hexagonal Type N socket, older ones the large round-pin Type M. Many homes have both.
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Dual-voltage and carry-on friendly, so they work in South Africa and everywhere after.
Keeps your phone going on travel days. Carry it on; airlines ban power banks from checked bags.
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One dual-voltage charger for phone, laptop and watch, so you need one adapter.
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Hotel outlets are rarely next to the bed. Two metres reaches.
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