Type K

3 round pins

Voltage

220-240V

Frequency

50Hz

Amperage

16A

Grounding

Grounded

Countries

About Type K

Type K is the Danish standard, similar to Type E/F but with a grounding pin on the plug rather than in the socket. The ground pin is positioned below and between the two power pins.

Type K Plug & Socket Photos

Compatibility

Type K Plugs Fit In

Type K Sockets Accept

C E NO GROUND F NO GROUND

Adapter Needed For

A B E F G I

For Type E/F appliances that require grounding, an adapter is needed to preserve the earth connection.

Type K sockets accept Type C (Europlug) for appliances that do not require grounding. Type E and F plugs may physically fit into Type K sockets, but their earth contacts do not connect to the socket earth. For appliances that require grounding, use a suitable adapter that preserves the earth connection. Physical fit alone does not mean a safe electrical connection.

Countries Using Type K Plug

5 countries

2 primary

Type K is the Danish standard, used in Denmark, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands. It's similar to Type E/F but has the grounding pin on the plug rather than in the socket.

Europe (3)

Asia (1)

Americas (1)

Other Plug Types

Frequently Asked Questions

A Type K plug is a grounded electrical plug with three round pins that operates at 230V. It is the standard plug type in Denmark and Greenland. Type K is similar to Type E and F but has a grounding pin on the plug rather than relying on the socket.

A Type K plug has three round pins in a triangular arrangement, with the grounding pin at the top. It looks similar to Type E/F plugs but with a protruding grounding pin rather than grounding clips or a grounding hole.

Type K plugs are used in Denmark and Greenland. Denmark is unique in Europe for using this plug type rather than the more common Type E or F used in neighboring countries.

Type C plugs can work in Denmark for devices that don't require grounding. Danish Type K sockets can often accept Type C (Europlug) for basic connections, but for grounded appliances, a Type K plug or adapter is needed.

Need an Adapter?

Check our travel guide for tips on choosing the right adapter for your trip.

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