Type K Plug Adapters
Traveling from the US? A type K adapter will allow you to connect your US (type A/B) plugs to a type K outlet.
For Use in: Denmark and Greenland (3 Pin grounded).
Compatibility
Compatible with: Type K outlets only. Type C plugs (ungrounded) are also compatible with type K outlets. Type E & F plugs will also normally fit but will not make an ground connection which is unsafe.
See our full plug & outlet compatibility table for further information.
Other Adapter Types
Planning a trip to Denmark or Greenland? Explore our type K power adapters below. These Danish grounded plug adapters are all compatible with US type A/B 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 K Plugs are Used
Bangladesh, Denmark, Faroe Islands, Greenland, Guinea, Madagascar, Maldives, Saint Vincent and The Grenadines and Senegal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Type K Travel Adapters
-
Primarily: Denmark & Greenland.
Full list: Bangladesh, Faroe Islands, Greenland, Guinea, Madagascar, Maldives, Saint Vincent and The Grenadines, Senegal. -
A type K travel adapter will convert your American (type A/B) plugs to a 3 prong (grounded) configuration that will fit the type K outlets found in Denmark and Greenland. They do not convert the voltage or frequency of the electrical supply.
-
Yes, many type K adapters have integral USB, USB-C and sometimes PD ports.
-
No, universal adapters do not have a type K plug.
-
Yes, they are cross compatible and can be used safely although the type C prongs are slightly smaller than type K plugs (4mm vs 4.8mm). Type C plugs are 2 prong (ungrounded) and are therefore not suitable for connecting grounded appliances.
-
Here's a picture of a Type K plug adapter.
