Type N Plug Adaptors
Travelling from the UK? A type N adaptor will allow you to connect your UK (type G) plugs to a type N socket.
For Use in: Brazil and South Africa (3 Pin earthed).
Compatibility
Compatible with: Type N sockets only. Type C plugs (unearthed) are also compatible with type N sockets.
See our full plug & socket compatibility table for further information.
Variants
- 10A 3 pin earthed (Brazil & South Africa)
- 16A 3 pin earthed (South Africa only)
- 20A 3 pin earthed (Brazil only)
The 10A plugs have 4mm pins, the 16A version uses 4.5mm pins and the 20A version uses 4.8mm pins. In every variant the live and neutral pins are spaced 19mm apart with the earth pin placed centrally. The standard 10A plug adaptors used by British travellers will fit all three socket variants.
Other Adaptor Types
Planning a trip to Brazil or South Africa? Explore our type N power adaptors below. These Brazilian / South African 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 N Plugs are Used
Brazil and South Africa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Type N Travel Adaptors
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Exclusively: Brazil & South Africa.
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A type N travel adaptor will convert your British (type G) plugs to a 3 pin (earthed) configuration that will fit the type N sockets found in Brazil and South Africa. They do not convert the voltage or frequency of the electrical supply.
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Yes, many type N adaptors have integral USB, USB-C and sometimes PD ports.
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Most universal adaptors do not have a type N 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 N plug adaptor.
