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    Mains Plugs

    Mains plug and sockets are an essential part of connecting electrical equipment to a different power source in different countries. Both plugs and sockets are suitable for most types of homes, offices, commercial buildings used around the world. RS ensure there is a comprehensive range to suit your requirement. There is a vast range of plug and sockets, with some (Type G - UK) having three pins for live, neutral and earth, whereas plugs and sockets with two pins (Type E - French) with an earth pin centred within the plug case. You can learn more in our complete guide to mains sockets and plugs.

    Why do you need a mains plug or socket?

    Changing the plug or socket is a common action in most industries if changes of circumstances occur or if they've been in constant use without any maintenance and have become damaged. Not addressing any damage can result in power failures, electrical fire and expensive remedial work.

    Countries covered

    The extensive range of plugs and sockets are capable of use in a number of countries, these include:

    • Australia
    • China
    • Europe
    • Japan
    • Switzerland
    • USA

    Types of mains plugs and sockets

    • Type D /M (BS 546/ Old Britsh) - Three rounded pins arranged in a triangle, with 2A/5A (Type D) and 15A (Type M)
    • Type G (BS 1363/ British) - Three-pin plug or socket
    • Type F (Schuko) - Dual pin plug or socket
    • Type E (French) - Dual pin plug or socket similar to Type F however, socket has an earthing pin permanently mounted in the socket
    • Type C (Europlug) - Dual pin plug and socket similar to both Type E and Type F, but the plug is flat and can fit into a number of sockets in Europe
    • Type A/I (Chinese) - Three-pin plug or socket similar to Type G, however, the pins are flat with some sockets accepting Type C plugs
    • Type K (Danish) - Either dual pins or three rounded pins, for unearthed and earthed connections.
    • NEMA - Used in the USA, Canada and Mexico with more than 35 different straight blade configurations based on current ratings

    270 Products showing for Mains Plugs

    RS PRO
    Plug
    UK
    13A
    Cable Mount
    -
    0
    Type G - British BS1363
    250 V ac
    2P+E
    Black
    Male
    Thermoplastic
    -
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Plug
    UK
    13A
    Cable Mount
    -
    0
    Type G - British BS1363
    250 V ac
    2P+E
    White
    Male
    Urea Formaldehyde
    -
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Plug
    UK
    13A
    Cable Mount
    -
    0
    Type G - British BS1363
    250 V ac
    2P+E
    White
    Male
    Thermoplastic
    -
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Plug
    UK
    13A
    Cable Mount
    -
    0
    Type G - British BS1363
    250 V
    2P+E
    White
    Male
    Thermoplastic
    -
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Plug
    Germany
    16A
    Cable Mount
    Type F - German Schuko
    0
    -
    250 V ac
    -
    White
    -
    -
    Screw
    -
    -
    Brass
    RS PRO
    Socket
    Germany
    16A
    Cable Mount
    Type F - German Schuko
    0
    -
    250 V
    2P+E
    Black
    Female
    Rubber
    Screw
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Plug
    Germany
    16A
    -
    -
    0
    Type F - German Schuko
    250 V
    2P+E
    White
    Male
    -
    Screw
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Plug
    UK
    3A
    Cable Mount
    -
    0
    Type G - British BS1363
    250 V ac
    2P+E
    White
    Male
    Thermoplastic
    -
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Plug
    Germany
    16A
    Cable Mount
    -
    0
    Type F - German Schuko
    250 V
    2P+E
    Black
    Male
    -
    Screw
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Plug
    France, Germany
    16A
    -
    -
    0
    CEE 7/7 German Schuko / French
    250 V
    2P+E
    Black
    Male
    Rubber
    Screw
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Plug
    UK
    13A
    Cable Mount
    -
    0
    Type G - British BS1363
    250 V ac
    2P+E
    Black
    Male
    Urea Formaldehyde
    -
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Plug
    UK
    13A
    Cable Mount
    -
    0
    Type G - British BS1363
    250 V
    2P+E
    Black
    Male
    Thermoplastic
    -
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Plug
    USA
    20A
    Cable Mount
    -
    0
    NEMA L5 - 20P
    125 V
    2P+E
    Black
    Male
    -
    Quick Connect
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Socket
    Germany
    16A
    Cable Mount
    Type F - German Schuko
    0
    -
    250 V
    2P+E
    White
    Female
    -
    Screw
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Plug
    USA
    30A
    Cable Mount
    -
    0
    NEMA L21 - 30P
    120/208 V
    3P+E
    Black
    Male
    -
    Quick Connect
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Plug
    Italy
    10A
    -
    -
    -
    Type L - Italian
    250 V ac
    2P+E
    Grey
    Male
    Thermoplastic
    Screw Down
    -
    -
    Brass
    RS PRO
    Plug
    USA
    20A
    Cable Mount
    -
    0
    NEMA L21 - 20P
    120/208 V
    3P+E
    Black
    Male
    -
    Quick Connect
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Plug
    Switzerland
    10A
    Cable Mount
    -
    0
    Type J - Swiss
    250 V
    2P+E
    Black
    Male
    Thermoplastic
    Screw
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Plug
    UK
    3A
    Cable Mount
    -
    0
    Type G - British BS1363
    250 V ac
    2P+E
    White
    Male
    Urea Formaldehyde
    -
    -
    -
    -
    RS PRO
    Plug
    USA
    20A
    Cable Mount
    -
    0
    NEMA L6 - 20P
    250 V
    2P+E
    Black
    Male
    Nylon
    Quick Connect
    -
    -
    Copper Alloy
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