What is the safest way to adapt a two pin British shaving socket to a European two pin (Germany) for use with an electric toothbrush bought in the UK?

1. Can I change a UK plug to a European plug?
2. Can I plug a shaver into a European socket?
3. Why do European plugs have 2 pins?
4. Can I change a two pin plug to a three pin?
5. Are UK and European plugs the same?
6. Why do European plugs have no earth?
7. Is it illegal to sell an electrical item without a UK plug?
8. Can you use German electrical appliances in the UK?
9. Are UK plugs safer than European?
10. Are European plugs safe?
11. What type of plug does Europe use?

Can I change a UK plug to a European plug?

You don't need make any changes at all with a UK powertrip to get an EU plug in it - just stick a bit of plastic, pen lid, whatever in to the ground and then push the EU pins in. Done.

Can I plug a shaver into a European socket?

No, not quite. A 2 pin plug found on an electric toothbrush or shaver has pins that are closer together than a traditional 2 pin EU mains adapter. This means that appliances that would normally connect to a shaver socket cannot and should not be connected to mains power in Europe.

Why do European plugs have 2 pins?

2-pole means that the device plug is not earthed and it normally has two pins that transmit electricity. Originally, all electrical devices were fitted with 2-pole plugs, which means that the devices were not earthed and that all mains sockets were constructed for 2-pole plugs.

Can I change a two pin plug to a three pin?

Yes, you can replace a two prong plug with a 3 prong plug, just don't connect the third prong (ground) to anything. Any tool or appliance that came with a two prong plug was designed to not need a ground, usually by double insulating it (putting the electrical bits in a plastic housing).

Are UK and European plugs the same?

All of Europe operates on the same 2 round pronged outlets except for the UK and Ireland that operates on its own unique 3 flat rectangle pronged outlets. If you are travelling through the UK or Ireland (including London) you will need a UK and Ireland power point adapter.

Why do European plugs have no earth?

This was because on a room where there was earth in form of water or other earthed equipment it was not safe to use an unearthed equipment. A fault could cause a shock between live wire and earth which could be fatal. Schuko plug and socket: ... The wires also have two layers of insulation.

Is it illegal to sell an electrical item without a UK plug?

The only exceptions to this rule are for certain fixed electric lights, appliances intended to be permanently wired into the mains and appliances with an RCD plug or plug transformer. Distributors and retailers must not sell any appliances without a correct fused plug fitted.

Can you use German electrical appliances in the UK?

You can use your electric appliances in England, because the standard voltage (230 V) is the same as in Germany. So you don't need a voltage converter in England, when living in Germany.

Are UK plugs safer than European?

The fuse and sturdy construction prove the British plug is very clearly the safest in the world. But it's better than that, because the sockets also feature shutters that prevent children from inserting paperclips and getting a nasty shock.

Are European plugs safe?

Using electrical products from other countries

Do not put yourselves or others at risk by using foreign electrical plugs in UK sockets. Using foreign appliances in UK sockets is dangerous if their plugs have not been converted for UK use, and it could result in a fire or electric shock.

What type of plug does Europe use?

Information on the Type C European 2-pin Electrical Adapter Plug and Electrical Outlet. Popularly known as the Europlug, the Type C electrical plug is a two-pin unearthed plug used throughout continental Europe, parts of the Middle East, and much of Africa, South America, central Asia, and the former Soviet republics.