How can you identify the plug types?
| Plug type | Pin shape |
|---|---|
| Type A | Two flat parallel pins. [source] |
| Type B | Two flat parallel pins plus a grounding pin. [source] |
Electrical Safety First and CUI list Type A and Type B plugs for El Salvador. [source]
What should you check before connecting a device?
Low-voltage utility connections in El Salvador include 120 V. [source] A basic plug adapter does not change voltage. [source]
Check your device’s rated input before connecting it to a different electrical supply. [source]
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For scheduled service notices at your accommodation, use the power-outage notice guide as a separate check.
Common questions
What do Type A and Type B plugs look like?
Type A has two flat parallel pins; Type B adds a grounding pin. Electrical Safety First and CUI list both types for El Salvador. Use the pin shape to identify the plug, then check your device’s rated input before connecting it to a different electrical supply. [source] [source] [source]
Does a plug adapter change the voltage?
A basic plug adapter does not change voltage. Low-voltage utility connections in El Salvador include 120 V. Before you connect a device to a different electrical supply, check that device’s rated input. Keep that input check separate from identifying its plug shape. [source] [source] [source]
Sources
- Electrical Safety First and CUI list Type A and Type B plugs for El Salvador.
- Type A has two flat parallel pins; Type B adds a grounding pin.
- Check your device’s rated input before connecting it to a different electrical supply.
- A basic plug adapter does not change voltage.
- Low-voltage utility connections in El Salvador include 120 V.
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