Type G
3 rectangular pins
Voltage
220-240V
Frequency
50Hz
Amperage
13A
Grounding
Grounded
Countries
48
About Type G
The British Type G is one of the safest plug designs. It features three rectangular pins and includes a built-in fuse (typically 3A or 13A). The design includes shuttered sockets and insulated pins for enhanced safety.
Type G Plug & Socket Photos
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Compatibility
Type G is not compatible with any other plug type without an adapter. Its unique rectangular pins and built-in fuse make it one of the safest but least compatible designs.
Countries Using Type G Plug
48 countries
29 primary
Type G is the British standard, used in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and many former British territories including Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and the UAE. It's known for being one of the safest plug designs.
Asia (21)
Europe (5)
Americas (7)
Africa (13)
Oceania (2)
Other Plug Types
Frequently Asked Questions
A Type G plug is a grounded electrical plug with three rectangular pins arranged in a triangular pattern. It operates at 230V and is the standard plug type in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Malta, and several other countries. Type G plugs are unique in that they contain a built-in fuse for added safety.
A Type G plug has three rectangular pins: two horizontal pins at the bottom for live and neutral, and one vertical pin at the top for ground. The grounding pin is longer and opens the shutters in the socket. The plug body is relatively large due to the internal fuse.
Type G plugs are used in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Malta, Cyprus, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, and several other countries with historical British influence. It is one of the safest plug designs due to its fused construction and shuttered sockets.
Yes, Type G is the exclusive plug type used in the United Kingdom. All electrical devices sold in the UK must have a Type G plug with a built-in fuse. The UK has some of the strictest electrical safety standards for plugs and outlets.
Yes, Ireland uses Type G plugs, the same as the United Kingdom. If you have devices with UK plugs, they will work in Ireland without any adapter needed.
Type G plugs contain fuses because the UK electrical system uses ring circuits with higher current capacity at the outlets. The fuse in each plug protects the individual device and its cable from overcurrent, providing an additional layer of safety at the device level.
Need an Adapter?
Check our travel guide for tips on choosing the right adapter for your trip.
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