China Custom UK/US Power Converter Plug & travel adapters

What is a power Converter plug?
The power Converter plug refers to converting a certain type of plug into another type of plug (such as a telephone power plug, a USB charging plug, and a computer power plug, which are used interchangeably with power plugs in various countries).

Power Conversion Plug

Definition of power conversion plug
Power conversion plug one-to-one conversion plug. More generally, it refers to converting different power plugs in different countries or a power plug in a certain country into power plugs in another country or multiple countries. The multi-country or one country power plug can be plugged into another country’s socket. It enables the power plugs in different countries to communicate with different countries in the world, and solves the problem that electrical appliances in different countries in the world can be used in other countries.

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Safe use of power plug/socket adapters
Poor quality power plug/outlet adapters are a significant cause of electrical fires. The quality problems of small plug and socket converters will pose serious harm to the personal and property safety of consumers. Therefore, consumers should focus on product safety when purchasing power plug/socket converters and switches. The main performance indicators that affect its safety are the following: signs, signs are an important basis for instructing people to install, use and maintain correctly, and are extremely important safety standards to ensure personal and property safety. For power plug and socket products, the rated current, rated voltage, and nature of the power supply shall be marked in obvious places. In addition, power plug/socket converters (converters refer to mobile electrical accessories that have only one plug part combined with one or more socket parts). The product should use the “MAX (or maximum)” symbol to mark the rated current and/or power to guide users to avoid overloading. Signs or symbols should be durable and legible. Silk screens and stickers that can be easily erased should not be used. the
Rated value of the power plug/socket converter: the rated value is the most basic electrical interchangeable matching parameter to ensure the normal, safe and cooperative use of the plug socket, the converter and the connected electrical appliance. For example: the rated current of the converter shall not be greater than the rated value of the plug part. Otherwise, it may cause danger due to over-current heating of the plug when the user selects electrical appliances according to the rated current of the socket. The minimum rating of converters with fuses and overload protectors shall be equal to the rating marked on the fuse and overload protectors. Otherwise, product damage may occur. the
The size of the power plug/socket converter: The size is an important technical requirement related to whether the plug, socket and converter can be used safely and whether they meet the general interchangeability requirements to avoid mis-insertion. If the size is unqualified, it will affect the user’s use or cause hidden dangers such as poor contact and wrong insertion. If it is light, it will damage the equipment, and if it is serious, it will cause fire and electric shock. Anti-shock protection Anti-shock protection is a key safety indicator to ensure that plugs, sockets, and converters will not cause electric shock accidents to users and others under normal use or even in some accidental situations. When the plug is fully or partially mated with the socket, the live parts of the plug shall not be accessible; any pin of the plug shall not be mated with the live socket of the socket when the other pins are in an accessible state. Plug sockets and converters with protective doors should be able to prevent single-pole or probe insertion.

The structure of the power plug/socket converter: the sleeve assembly of the socket should have sufficient elasticity to ensure sufficient contact pressure on the plug pin. The socket cover should be corrosion-resistant and wear-resistant to ensure good contact between the plug and the mating part of the socket. The pin of the plug should be locked and cannot be rotated, otherwise it will affect the insertion performance and cause unsafe factors. The converter has a cord fixing device to ensure that the cord is fixed and can withstand normal pulling and twisting forces, etc. When the plug and socket are mated, the mating surfaces should be basically tight to prevent electric shock accidents.

Power cord for power plug/socket converter: The power cord should have a sufficient cross-sectional area to ensure that the power cord will not heat up and cause insulation damage, resulting in short circuit, fire, leakage, and accidents. For example: the cross-sectional area of the power cord of a common 250V, 10A converter should be greater than or equal to 0.75mm2.

Power Conversion Plug connector

Mechanical strength of power plug/socket converter: The plug and socket should have sufficient mechanical strength to withstand various mechanical stresses caused by drops, impacts, extrusions, etc. during installation and use. Sockets with protective doors shall prevent single-pole insertion.

Heat resistance and flame resistance of power plug/socket converter: High temperature has a great influence on various properties of insulating materials. Under high temperature conditions, the structure and characteristics of insulating materials will undergo essential changes, and this change determines the reliability of the material. Some materials will gradually become soft at high temperature, and their mechanical strength will decrease, which will affect the quality of the plug and socket and the safety in use.

In addition, the insulating material of the plug and socket should have certain flame retardant properties. Otherwise, if the product catches fire during use, it will be out of control. Understand the safety performance of plug sockets when purchasing and using them. Keeping your family and property safe can be ensured by:
One choice: choose regular shopping malls, supermarkets or specialty stores, and choose branded products. Select the corresponding (matching) product according to the power of the electrical appliance used. For example: air conditioners, high-power showers and other products should use 16A plugs and sockets, and other low-power household appliances should use 10A plugs and sockets.
Second look: Check whether the product marks are complete, and see whether there are CCC, UL, CE, TUV, VDE certification marks.
Three checks: review the certificate of conformity and the inspection report issued by the statutory department. Such as converter products are not included in the mandatory certification. When purchasing, you should check the inspection report issued by the statutory inspection agency.
Four tests: Carry out a simple mating experiment. After the plug is inserted into the socket, it should be in good contact without any feeling of looseness, and it can be pulled out without too much force.
5. Note: Do not buy a plug with a rotatable pin or artificially change the shape of the plug. Do not use two high-power appliances on the same outlet at the same time. If the plug socket or power cord is found to be overheated or sparked, stop using it and replace it.

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Decomposition of plug standards in various countries and precautions for purchasing plug conversion sockets
As we all know, with the development of science and technology, people who travel or go on business now will bring all kinds of electronic products. Including DV, DC, mobile phone, GPS, etc., if you have electronic products, you must bring corresponding chargers. However, for those who go abroad for business or tourism, it is necessary to pay attention to the fact that the shape and voltage of power sockets in different countries are different, so it is necessary to carry a conversion socket suitable for the destination country. The author breaks down the conversion sockets of various countries in the world as follows for your reference.
The so-called conversion socket is exactly that one end is inserted with different types of plugs, and the other end is connected to the power socket, so that different electrical sockets can also be connected to the international power supply. Good conversion sockets and sockets are all standard, and the plug length does not meet the specifications like those spare products on small stalls, and it will loosen and fall off soon, and there is no warranty if it is broken. In addition, the standard voltage in some areas (such as Taiwan, Japan, the United States, and Canada) is 110 volts, and domestic 220V designed electrical appliances will not be damaged when used, but they cannot reach the maximum power.
Second, understand the standards of electrical plugs in various countries in the world. At present, the world’s electrical plugs include Chinese standards, American standards, European standards, British standards, and South African standards.
The breakdown is as follows:
1. Chinese standard: In addition to China, the Chinese standard plug is also used in Australia. It is characterized by three flat heads;
2. American standard: American standard conversion socket can be used in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Venezuela, Laos, Peru, Nigeria, Cayman Islands and other places. It is characterized by one circle and two flats.

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