International IEC Type C Power Cables | Europlug Power Cords
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About International IEC Type C Power Cables
Euro ungrounded CEE7/16 power Europlug cables.
These power cables are rated for 2.5 Amps and 250VAC, and do not utilize a dedicated grounding conductor. Due to this, the lower rated power configuration is commonly used to power smaller devices like electrical razors and LED televisions. This plug functions as the universal low-energy power connection for most of continental Europe.
The plugs and connectors in this collection
What each end is, what it mates with, and where to find every cord built on it.
Plug · International
Europe CEE7/16 2Pin 2.5A 250V
- 2.5 Amps
- 250 volts
On 3 of the cords here
The CEE7/16 2 pin plug configuration is rated for 250VAC and 2.5Amps. It is commonly refered to as the "Euro-plug" and is one of the most widely used plug types around the world. The common application is for powering smaller devices throughout Europe, since the plug type is only rated for 2.5 amperes.
Mates with Schuko CEE7/7 Outlet
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Connector · IEC 60320
IEC 60320 C7
- 10 Amps
- 125 volts
On 2 of the cords here (67%)
The IEC 60320 C7 is an ungrounded 2 Wire connector rated up to 250V and 2.5 Amps Internationally or 125V and 10 Amps in North America. The C7 mates with a C8 inlet, and is commonly used for laptop power supplies, video game consoles, televisions, and other double-insulated small appliances. This connector is sometimes referred to as a "Figure-8" or "Shotgun" connector due to it's shape. A variation of the C7 exists, sometimes referred to as a C7P or C7 Polarized, although it is not documented in the IEC 60320 standard. The C7P has one square side and one circular side so the connector only mates with the inlet using the correct pin configuration.
Mates with IEC 60320 C8 Inlet
Connector · International
Europe CEE7/16 2Pin 2.5A 250V
- 2.5 Amps
- 250 volts
On 1 of the cords here (33%)
The Europe CEE7/16 2Pin is a 2 pole, ungrounded plug that is rated for 250V and 2.5A. Also known as the Europlug, this is physically not compatible with similar looking receptacles installed in the UK and Ireland, due to protection against over current and conflicting legislative safety standards.
Mates with CEE7/16 2.5A Europlug Inlet
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About International IEC Type C Power Cables | Europlug Power Cords
The IEC Type C Power cords are powered through the ungrounded plug that is used throughout Europe and various regions of the world. These plugs are rated for 2.5 Amps and 250VAC and can be distinguished from other plug types by the two rounded pins on an elongated diamond shaped plug face. These cables are used to power small equipment that does not require a grounding conductor.
Where and How Europlug (Type C / CEE7/16) Cords Are Used
Where and How Europlug (Type C / CEE7/16) Cords Are Used
The CEE7/16 Europlug is the most widely deployed low-power plug standard in the world. It is the default connection for small, double-insulated appliances sold across continental Europe and dozens of additional markets.
Key electrical ratings:
- 2.5 Amps maximum continuous current
- 250 VAC
- Ungrounded (2-wire) — no protective earth conductor
Typical IEC 60320 connector pairings:
- C7 (Figure-8) — the most common pairing; used on laptop power bricks, televisions, and game consoles
- CEE7/16 to CEE7/16 — extension cord configuration for the same outlet type
Certifications on these cords: VDE (Germany) and RoHS compliance are standard. VDE certification is one of the most rigorous European safety marks and is recognized or accepted in many non-EU markets.
Because the plug is ungrounded, it is not suitable for equipment that requires a protective earth connection. For grounded European applications, see our CEE7/4 Schuko (Type E/F) cord sets.
Related
Current rating
2.5 Amps
Voltage rating
250 volts
Plug (male end)
Europe CEE7/16 2Pin 2.5A 250V
Certifications & compliance
- VDE
- RoHS
- Every cord we build is hi-pot tested
- Same-day shipping by 2:30 PM ET
- NET 30/60/90 for approved accounts
- In-house engineering and compliance support
Frequently asked questions
- What does a Type C / Europlug look like?
- The Europlug (CEE7/16) has two round pins set into an elongated, diamond-shaped plug face. It is ungrounded — there is no third earth pin. The pins are 4 mm in diameter and spaced 19 mm apart. Because it carries no ground, the plug is slim enough to fit into most continental European outlets, including Schuko (CEE7/4) sockets.
- Which countries use the Type C Europlug?
- The CEE7/16 Europlug is the standard low-power plug across most of continental Europe, including Germany, France, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, and many others. It is also accepted in parts of Asia, South America, and Africa where European-style outlets are installed. It is not compatible with UK/Ireland (Type G) sockets.
- What devices use a Europlug Type C cord?
- Because the CEE7/16 is rated for only 2.5 Amps at 250V, it is used for lower-draw, double-insulated equipment, including:Electric shavers and personal care appliancesLED televisions and monitorsLaptop and phone chargersSmall audio/video equipmentHigher-draw devices requiring a ground connection use a Schuko (CEE7/4 / Type E/F) cord instead.
- Are Europlug Type C cords compatible with Schuko outlets?
- Yes — with an important caveat. The CEE7/16 Europlug fits into Schuko (CEE7/4) and French (CEE7/5) outlets because those sockets accept the two-pin ungrounded plug. However, the Europlug itself provides no ground connection even when inserted into a grounded socket. It is not compatible with UK (BS 1363) or Swiss (SEV 1011) outlets.