Side view of a typical BS1363 plug, showing the longer earth pin and insulated live and neutral pins. The BS1363 socket has three rectangular receptacles for pins.

International plug adapters draw power from a socket, but they won’t convert voltage. There are some international plug adapters that also handle voltage conversion, but most don’t, so the ...

International plug adapters draw power from a socket, but they won’t convert voltage. There are some international plug adapters that also handle voltage conversion, but most don’t, so the ...

The concept is simple: plug the travel adapter directly into the wall socket, then plug your device or USB cord into the front. Travel adapters may not be the most stylish travel accessory, but ...

GM 3012 3 Pin Travel Universal Multi-Plug has international sockets with indicators. The product is suitable for different types of plugs used around the world in 150 countries.

With the edge-glow LED and an International plug pattern, the power strip sports a stylish look. You can keep all your devices safe from any abnormal power surge with the surge protector.

What’s in a screw?Well, there’s ISO 272, ISO 4757, ISO 7721. And that’s just for starters.The humble screw, along with bolts, nails and all other types of fasteners, is subject to a mind ...

The goal was to unify plugs and sockets for 250V systems worldwide. Hopes were high that this “international plugs and socket system” would be adopted globally, but European countries ...

Overloading your plug sockets with multiple electric appliances can be tempting, but just because your extension lead can squeeze in four plugs doesn't mean it's safe to do so. Some appliances require ...