Outlet Type L: need a travel adapter or not?

Heading to Italy, Chile, Uruguay or some African countries like Eritrea? Then you’ll want to be familiar with Type L outlets, commonly used in these regions.

Type L outlets are specifically designed for a three-pronged, grounded plug with three round pins. Along with Type G outlets, Type L is also considered a very safe outlet option.

Features of Type L Outlet

A distinctive feature of Type L is the round pins, which can be either 4 or 5 millimeters in diameter, depending on whether they’re designed for 10 or 16 amps.

Number of pins	3
Grounded	Yes
Voltage	220 – 240 volts
Ampere	10 or 16 amps
Other types of plugs that fit	Type C (only for 10 amps)
Other outlets compatible with Type L	None
Need a travel adapter?	Yes

Type L outlets are designed for a voltage range of 220 to 240 volts.

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Travel adapter for type L

Dimensions

The pins of Type L plugs have standardized dimensions. The 10 A version has pins with a diameter of 4 millimeters and a length of 19 millimeters. The distance between the line and neutral pins is set at 19 millimeters, and 9.5 millimeters from the grounding pin.

For the 16 A version, these sizes are 5 millimeters in diameter, and the distance between the line and neutral pins is 26 millimeters.

Using Type L Plug

The Type L outlet is designed solely for the Type L plug. However, the 10 A variant of this plug is also compatible with Type C outlets.

In countries like Italy and Chile, the Type L outlet is standard. It’s important for travelers to check in advance which plugs are used in which country. You’ll also find this type of outlet in countries like Uruguay, Eritrea and Cuba.

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The Necessity of a Travel Adapter

Yes, it is highly recommended to bring a suitable travel adapter that is compatible with Type L outlets to avoid any risks.

Without the right adapter, you may encounter problems such as being unable to charge your devices, damaging your charger, and in extreme cases, even causing short circuits, electrical shocks, or fire hazards. Naturally, you want to avoid these issues!