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No, the shape and size of UK plugs is very different and you will need an adapter to connect UK appliances in other countries or vice versa. Also, UK plugs often include one or more fusible safety links that most other places to not.
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∙ 16y ago
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∙ 12y agoElectrical appliances fitted with UK-type electrical will not be able to use European plugs, as they're not the same. (follow link)
Adaptators can be bought in DIY stores, especially near the entry points in France (Calais for instance)
An even cheaper way would be to order a basic DIY earthed French male plug (worth only a few cents) to replace the UK male plug on your extension cord.
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∙ 12y agoThe pin configuration and voltage rating is the difference between the UK and US receptacles.
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∙ 12y agoNo, they are a different configuration altogether. Also the voltages are different in most cases.
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