Sockets are used to connect your electrical appliances directly to the mains. There are movable (extension cords), but also non-movable (wall sockets). How do they differ and what features or connectors do they offer? Read on.
ContinueSockets are used to connect your electrical appliances directly to the mains. There are movable (extension cords), but also non-movable (wall sockets). How do they differ and what features or connectors do they offer? Read on.
ContinueDrawers can be divided according to type and purpose into three categories.
Extension and extension sockets can be used when your cable does not reach the socket or when you need to connect several appliances at once.
Do you travel often or are you going on a longer trip? Choose from our section In-Car Chargers.
Some sockets and extension leads have special connectors for different purposes.
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Are you planning to travel outside the Czech Republic and need a travel adapter for a socket in another country? A wide selection can be found in our section for Travel Plug Adapter.
In addition to types, sockets can also be divided according to special functions and connectors.
Do you have smaller children in your home? Choose wall outlets with a childproof screen or get a separate childproof wall outlet to ensure they are protected. You can find the child fuses in the section plugs.
Important parameters when choosing a socket include:
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The input voltage of the appliance can usually be found in the manual or on the manufacturer's website.
See the table below for outlet voltages by state or usage.
Socket voltage | State/use |
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100 V | Japan |
120 V | USA, Canada, Brazil, Mexico |
220 V | Russia, South Korea, Egypt |
230V | Most of Europe, including the Czech Republic and Slovakia |
380 V | Industrial purposes |
Are you planning a trip to an area with a different voltage? Make sure in advance that your devices support charging at this voltage. This information can be found on the charger adapter or in the device manual, most often under AC INPUT.
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