Spain: Plugs & Sockets - Do I need a travel adapter to charge my devices from China?
⚠️ You need a travel adapter.
⚠️ You might need a voltage converter.
⚠️ Be extra careful because of the difference in frequency.
Country
Voltage
220
230
Frequency
50
50
Plugs & Sockets
❌
✔
Adapter needed
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3 pins
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grounded
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15 A
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almost always 100 – 127 V
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socket compatible with plug types A & B
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- - 220 – 240 V
- 2.5 A, 10 A & 16 A
- 2 pins
- Not grounded
- Compatible with plugs Type C
C
- - 220 – 240 V
- 16 A
- 2 pins
- Grounded
- Compatible with plugs Type C, E and F
F
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FAQ
What power sockets are used in Spain?
Spain uses sockets (=outlets) Type C and F. Plug Type C is rated for 220-240V and 2.5A/10A/16A, featuring two pins and is ungrounded
What power plugs are used in China?
China uses sockets (=outlets) Type A, C and I. Plug Type A is rated for 100-127V and 15A, featuring two pins and is ungrounded.. Plug Type C is rated for 220-240V and 2.5A/10A/16A, featuring two pins and is ungrounded. Plug Type I is rated for 220-240V and 10A, featuring two or three pins and is not grounded/grounded.
Are plugs from China and Spain the same?
Some of the plugs from China are not compatible with plugs from Spain. You will not be able to use plugs Type AI with the available sockets Type C and Fin Spain.
Do I need a plug adapter in Spain?
You will need a travel adapter for plugs Type AI from China when traveling to Spain.
What kind of travel adapter do I need for Spain?
When traveling to Spain you need the right travel adapter to ensure that your electronic devices can be used without any issues. The adapter needs to be compatible with plug Types C and F commonly used in Spain. We recommend getting a universal travel adapter that fits multiple sockets. Especially, if you travel frequently.
Will my phone charge in Spain?
If your phone charger is rated for 100-240 V (which is common for many modern devices), it will work in Spain without needing a voltage converter. However, you need a plug adapter since chargers from China won't fit sockets Type C and F.
Will my laptop charge in Spain?
Most laptop chargers are designed to handle a range of input voltages (typically 100-240 volts) which makes them compatible with the voltage in Spain. However, you will need a plug adapter to fit Type C and F sockets.
What is the voltage in China vs Spain?
The standard voltage in Spain is 230 V, whereas in China the voltage supply is 220 V.
Can I use 220 V in Spain?
The standard voltage in Spain is 230 V, whereas in China the voltage supply is 220 V. This means that the electrical voltage requirements for devices are more or less the same. Therefore you should be able to use all of your electronic devices when traveling between Spain and China.
What is the frequency in China vs Spain?
The standard frequency in Spain is 50 Hz, whereas in China the fequency supply is 50 Hz.
Can I use 50 Hz in Spain?
Yes, the standard frequency in Spain is 50 Hz as well. This should allow you to use your electronic devices when traveling between Spain and China.
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