Type N plugs and sockets
Type N (NBR 14136, Brazilian)
3 pins
Earthed
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What fits into a Type N socket
| Plug | Fits | Earth |
|---|---|---|
| yes | lost A Type C plug has no earth pin at all, so nothing gets earthed in a Type N socket. Only matters if the thing you are plugging in needs one | |
| yes | preserved |
Fits but drops the earth: Type C. Harmless on a double-insulated charger; a shock risk on anything with a metal body.
Where a Type N plug goes
Countries using Type N
Brazil, Paraguay, South Africa