I have noticed that some people and websites state that Italy had plugs that have three round holes and some have only two holes -- Can anyone advise what is the standard? Will the two prong type plugs work in the three hole plugs (just will not have the third grounding plug?) I have noticed that some people and websites state that Italy had plugs that have three round holes and some have only two holes -- Can anyone advise what is the standard? Will the two prong type... » Read More I have noticed that some people and websites state that Italy had plugs that have three round holes and some have only two holes -- Can anyone advise what is the standard? Will the two prong type plugs work in the three hole plugs (just will not have the third grounding plug?) « Show Less
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I went to Rome, Florence, and Venice in April. Before I went I bought the 3 prong adapter that plugs into the hotel wall socket. I also bought a step down converter that has 2 prongs; it plugs into the adapter. Therefore I could power my devices with US standards. I think the adapter is designed for different configurations depending on your need. Just buy them so you can enjoy your trip with no hassle.
90636
I was travelling with a group of friends, some of whom who had 2-prong adapters, and they worked at the places we stayed. I had a 3-prong adapter that worked everywhere I stayed in Italy. I think the answer to your question is yes.
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It all depends on the region you are in. I noticed there are two different diameter plug sizes. This particular plug will work in Venice. Yes, there are two plugs that will work and not be grounded. I actually have both sizes of the two pronged plugs. I know that really muddies the answer but there are two diameter two pronged plugs out there. Sorry this isn't more help.
489918
Hi, I found the standard to be all three prong, not really two prong. They're cheap enough so get at least one two prong if you're worried. You'll be more than happy with the Orei grounded universal, thats all I used. Good luck :)
489919
I was in Florence and every outlet in my room was 3 holes. I was told 2 prong plugs might not be spaced far enough apart to reach the outer 2 holes. Supposedly 2 holes are the old style and 3 are new. Modern hotels or recently renovated ones will have 3, but older homes may have 2. I followed online advice and bought 3 which was what I needed
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I just returned from a month in Italy. Most locations we stayed at had the three hole recepticals but those would accept the two prong adapters. I think it's similar to the US where three holes are grounded two are not. We had no problem using small items like iPhones , iPads, razors, etc. using the two plug adapters. However, we do carry a grounded surge protector just to be safe.
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I just returned from Italy (Welsberg, Florence, Rome). In both Florence and Rome, the Two hole adaptor worked in almost all three hole plugs, (They have enlarged the two outer prong holes on most outlets to accommodate them.) However, if you have the three prong plugs, that is their standard in Rome and Florence. Up north near Austria, the two prong is the standard.
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C-type will work in France, Spain, and Sweden. The world can't even agree on plugs, but it isn't too hard to figure out. Just go to this website: http://www.worldstandards.eu/electricity/plugs-and-sockets/. On the main page it has pictures of every plug type. Near the top of the page you can click to pull up a list of every country in the world. Just scroll down to France, etc. There is another link you can click that will pull up a world map that gives you the same info using color codes. Note: almost every hotel will loan you an adapter if you don't have one.
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The one sold on the U.S. has 3 prongs, mate, but it's an Italian job.they got it figured out.
874161
I believe any two prong plug will work in a 3 prong receptor, just not the other way around, i.e., a three prong plug will obviously not work in a 2 prong receptor. The third prong is merely a ground. So it's up to you if you feel it's safe.
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It may depend on how your outlet is configured. All of my outlets are horizontal with the two prong and ground holes facing the same direction. I have the Surge Protector on the right side (maybe your top outlet), and there is enough room for another three prong (grounded) plug to fit in the left side (maybe your bottom outlet). In your scenario, this is assuming that the third prong (grounded) hole is on the bottom for each outlet. Now if you are only plugging in a two prong in the other outlet, this appears to be a non-issue. Hope this helps!
625637
The part in the picture with two prongs that go into the wall just pulls out. You can buy different plugs for different countries. I use a power cord instead.
1284386
I think European plugs are round.........and also a different voltage so you must have a unit destined for a different country
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All European Union countries outlets have a grounding pole coming out of the wall socket along with two holes to put this plug's male poles into . The brass lined hole in this plug is where the ground pole from the wall socket goes into your plug and grounds it. Hope that helps .
532851
There are two types of electrical outlets in Peru. One accepts two-pronged plugs with flat, parallel blades, while the other takes plugs with two round prongs. Many Peruvian electrical outlets are designed to accept both types. This adapter has both types and should work just fine.http://0.tqn.com/d/goperu/1/W/V/2/-/-/peru-electrical-outlet-plug.jpg
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This unit has a two-pronged plug, normal type. It doesn't have the 3-pronged with ground.
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Thanks for answering. Do I need a different surge protector for Italy than the ones we have in USA?
1981080
The unit that I received was for American outlets only. I have had it for a while now, so it is possible the design changed. When I purchased, the photos showed it as only having an American style plug.
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On the two pin plugs I have seen both types but I have not been to Italy so I do not know which is more prevalent. Maybe someone else can help.
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Hi, i think so. I have an adapter kit that I keep in my suitcase for this reason. But I travel to France and can't remember what the prongs are like in Italy. I think they may be similar. Sorry I can't give you a definite answer.
48357
I u sed it in Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg and it worked well. Haven't tried it in Italy and Portugal - check the one of the websites for which plugs work in each country.
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I purchased the Type L grounded plugs for Italy. They worked great. But we did run into an issue at an older hotel where there were wasn't a 3rd hole in the outlets for a grounded plug adapter - one with 3 prongs. So I didn't use the adapters there - luckily my hair dryer had dual voltage & worked fine without the adapter. Hope this helps.