Which power plugs and sockets in Sri Lanka?
The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. In Sri Lanka the power plugs and sockets are of type D, M and G. Check out the following pictures.
- Type D: mainly used in India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and some African countries. This socket only works with plug D.
- Type M: looks like plug D, but with larger pins. This socket only works with plug M.
- Type G: this type is of British origin. This socket only works with plug G.
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Type G: This socket has no alternative plugs | Type D: This socket has no alternative plugs | Type M: This socket has no alternative plugs |