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Side-by-Side Comparison Plug Types

Type C vs. Type F (Schuko)

Comparing 2 standards across 5 specifications. 4 key differences identified.

Comparing:
Type C
Type F (Schuko)
Type C →

Type C, the "Europlug," is the most widely accepted plug in the world by country count -- 2 round, slightly tapered pins, ungrounded, rated just 2.5A/250V. Its flexible pins give it a secure friction-fit in sockets built for several other, larger round-pin standards.

View full Type C spec sheet →
Type F (Schuko) →

Type F, universally called "Schuko" (German for "protective contact"), is the dominant grounded plug across continental Europe. Unlike most grounded plugs, its earth connection is made via two flat spring clips on the plug's sides rather than a third pin.

View full Type F (Schuko) spec sheet →

Specification Comparison Table

5 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Type C
Type F (Schuko)
Pin Count
2 round pins, 4mm diameter, tapered/flexible 2 round pins + 2 side grounding clips (not a third pin)
Rated Current
2.5 A 16 A
Rated Voltage
250 V 250 V
Grounded
No Yes
Common Regions
Most of continental Europe, Russia, Turkey, Iran, Egypt, Indonesia, South Korea, and more Germany, Austria, Spain, Netherlands, Scandinavia, much of Eastern Europe and Russia -- notably absent from Belgium, Czechia, Ireland, Switzerland, and the UK

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