Type N Plug Adapters
Traveling from the US? A type N adapter will allow you to connect your US (type A/B) plugs to a type N outlet.
For Use in: Brazil and South Africa (3 Pin grounded).
Compatibility
Compatible with: Type N outlets only. Type C plugs (ungrounded) are also compatible with type N outlets.
See our full plug & outlet compatibility table for further information.
Variants
- 10A 3 prong grounded (Brazil & South Africa)
- 16A 3 prong grounded (South Africa only)
- 20A 3 prong grounded (Brazil only)
The 10A plugs have 4mm prongs, the 16A version uses 4.5mm prongs and the 20A version uses 4.8mm prongs. In every variant the live and neutral prongs are spaced 19mm apart with the ground prong placed centrally. The standard 10A plug adapters used by American travelers will fit all three outlet variants.
Other Adapter Types
Planning a trip to Brazil or South Africa? Explore our type N power adapters below. These Brazilian / South African 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 N Plugs are Used
Brazil and South Africa.
Frequently Asked Questions
Type N Travel Adapters
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Exclusively: Brazil & South Africa.
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A type N travel adapter will convert your American (type A/B) plugs to a 3 prong (grounded) configuration that will fit the type N outlets 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 adapters have integral USB, USB-C and sometimes PD ports.
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Most universal adapters do not have a type N plug. The Skross Pro World is a notable exception and has a movable ground prong which allows it to connect to type J, L and N outlets but they are not common.
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Yes, they are cross compatible and can be used safely. Type C plugs are 2 prong (ungrounded) and are therefore not suitable for connecting grounded appliances.
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Here's a picture of a Type N plug adapter.
