Type L Plug Adaptors
Travelling from the UK? A type L adaptor will allow you to connect your UK (type G) plugs to a type L socket.
For Use in: Italy (3 Pin earthed).
Compatibility
Compatible with: 10A socket compatible with Type C & L plugs. 16A socket compatible with type L plugs only. Newer Schuko-Bipasso sockets will accept European type C (unearthed) and type F schuko (earthed) plugs in addition to both 10A and 16A Italian type L plugs.
See our full plug & socket compatibility table for further information.
Variants
- 10A 3 pin earthed
- 16A 3 pin earthed
The 10A plugs have 4mm pins with live and neutral spaced 19mm apart while the 16A version has 5mm pins spaced 26mm apart. The standard 10A plug adaptors are all that is needed for British travellers.
Other Adaptor Types
Planning a trip to Italy? Explore our type L power adaptors below. These Italian earthed plug adaptors are all compatible with UK type G plugs and will keep your devices powered and charged while you're abroad. Many include integral USB, USB-C and some have high power PD ports for laptop charging. Multiplug extension strips can also be a convenient way to connect several devices.
Countries Where Type L Plugs are Used
Canary Islands, Chile, Cuba, El Salvador, Eritrea, Italy, Maldives, San Marino, Syria and Uruguay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Type L Travel Adaptors
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Primarily: Italy.
Full list: Chile, Cuba, El Salvador, Eritrea, Italy, Maldives, San Marino, Syria, Uruguay. -
A type L travel adaptor will convert your British (type G) plugs to a 3 pin (earthed) configuration that will fit the type L sockets found in Italy. They do not convert the voltage or frequency of the electrical supply.
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They are very common because it is the official Italian standard socket.
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Yes, many type L adaptors have integral USB, USB-C and sometimes PD ports.
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Most universal adaptors do not have a type L plug. The Skross Pro World is a notable exception and has a movable earth pin which allows it to connect to type J, L and N sockets but they are not common.
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Yes, they are cross compatible and can be used safely. Type C plugs are 2 pin (unearthed) and are therefore not suitable for connecting earthed appliances.
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Here's a picture of a Type L plug adaptor.
