Types of plug tops available in market: Know here

 Electric equipment is connected to the alternating current (AC) mains electricity power supply in buildings and other locations via AC power plugs tops and sockets. Voltage and current ratings, shape, size, and connector type all change amongst electrical plugs and sockets. Plugs and sockets are utilized in a variety of ways around the world. 

A plug is a movable connector attached to an electrically driven item, whereas a socket is a fixed connector connected to an energized electrical circuit that is fixed on equipment or a building structure. The plug is a male connector with protruding pins that fit into the socket's openings and female contacts. Some plugs include female contacts that are only used for connecting to the earth ground. For added safety, some plugs contain built-in fuses. 

In addition to the recessed contacts of the energized socket, plug and socket systems incorporate safety mechanisms to limit the risk of electric shock. 

A socket may be encircled with a decorative or protective cover which may be integrated with the socket. 

Here are the most common types of plug tops available in the Indian market 

Type A 

  • 2 pins 

  • not grounded 

  • 15 A 

  • always 100 – 127 V 

  • socket compatible with plug type A 

Type B 

  • 3 pins 

  • grounded 

  • 15 A 

  • always 100 – 127 V 

  • socket compatible with plug types A & B 

Type C 

  • 2 pins 

  • not grounded 

  • 2.5 A, 10 A & 16 A 

  • always 220 – 240 V 

  • socket compatible with plug type C 

 

Type D 

  • mainly used in India 

  • 3 pins 

  • grounded 

  • 5 A 

  • 220 – 240 V 

  • socket compatible with plug type D (partial and unsafe compatibility with C, E & F) 

These are the most common types of plug tops used in our country. Most commonly 3 pin plug tops are preferred in every home. Visit our official website to choose your favorite plug tops. 

 

 

 

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