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