United Kingdom BS1363 Plug Adapters
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About United Kingdom BS1363 Plug Adapters
Adapt a Power Source in the United Kingdom to a Universal Connector Type
Our universal plug adapter BS1363 is designed to connect to a variety of plugs including NEMA 1-15P, NEMA 5-15P, NEMA 5-20P, NEMA 6-15P, NEMA 6-20P, Argentina IRAM2073, Australia AS3112 10 and 15 Amp Versions, China GB2099 10 Amp (not 16amp version), Denmark AFSNIT, Europlug CEE7/16, France CEE7/4 (Ground is dropped), Germany CEE7/7 (Ground is dropped), Israel SI32, Italy CEI 23-50 10 Amp (not 16amp version), Japan JIS8303, Korea KSC8305 (Ground is dropped), Russia GOST7396 (Ground is dropped), South Africa SABS 164-1 6 Amp (not 16amp version), Switzerland SEV 1011 10 Amp (not 16amp version), Taiwan CNS6797, United Kingdom BS1363, Male IEC320 C14.
250 Volt BS1363 Power source will not work with 110-240 Volt Equipment
The tricky part of using universal adapters is ensuring that your equipment will work with the power source. Since the UK BS1363 is connecting to a 250 Volt source, you must ensure you equipment is rated for this voltage. If your equipment says it accepts 120V or 110-220V it will not work with this plug type.
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
UK BS1363 Straight
- 13 Amps
- 250 volts
On 2 of the cords here
You are on the UK BS1363 Straight family page.
Connector · IEC 60320
IEC 60320 C13
- 15 Amps
- 125/250V
On 1 of the cords here (50%)
The IEC 60320 C13 is a grounded 3 Wire connector rated up to 250V and 15 Amps. The C13 mates with a C14 inlet, and is commonly used in a jumper cable scenario in IT Installations providing power from a PDU to a server, router, switch or other computing device. Most people know the C13 as 'the thing that plugs into my computer' because it is the standard connector used to power most desktop computers. In a desktop computer application, the most common cable is the NEMA 5-15P to C13, which connects your standard North American wall outlet to a desktop computer.
Mates with IEC 60320 C14 Inlet
Connector
Universal
On 1 of the cords here (50%)
Universal socket: Accepts
USA NEMA 1-15P, USA NEMA 5-15P, USA NEMA 5-20P, USA NEMA 6-15P, USA NEMA 6-20P, Argentina IRAM2073, Australia AS3112 10 and 15 Amp Versions, China GB2099 10 Amp (not 16amp version), Denmark AFSNIT, Europlug CEE7/16, France CEE7/4 (Ground is dropped), Germany CEE7/7 (Ground is dropped), Israel SI32, Italy CEI 23-50 10 Amp (not 16amp version), Japan JIS8303, Korea KSC8305 (Ground is dropped), Russia GOST7396 (Ground is dropped), South Africa SABS 164-1 6 Amp (not 16amp version), Switzerland SEV 1011 10 Amp (not 16amp version), Taiwan CNS6797, United Kingdom BS1363, Male IEC320 C14.
Note: Power Plug Adapters do not convert voltage, they just change the plug type. Use a proper voltage converter along with a power plug adapter if your device is incompatible with the country's voltage.You are on the Universal family page.
About United Kingdom BS1363 Plug Adapters
The UK BS1363 Plug type Adapter blocks will serve as an important adapter when charging your devices in the UK. The standard wall outlet is the BS1363, which will not mate with any of your NEMA, Schuko, or other international plug types. Luckily we stock a universal UK plug adapter that will allow you to plug into a standard outlet and charge your devices with the same cords from home.
Current rating
10 Amps
Voltage rating
250 volts
Plug (male end)
UK BS1363 Straight
Certifications & compliance
- CE
- 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 certifications do these power cords carry?
- UL and cUL-listed cord sets across the catalog, with 30+ international approval marks (VDE, ENEC, PSE, SAA, CCC, KC and more) on country-specific cords. The approvals each part carries are listed on its product page; documentation is available from sales.
- Do you require a minimum order quantity?
- No. We sell from 1 cord to 100,000. Volume discounts apply automatically at quantity breaks — you'll see pricing tiers on every product page.
- Can I get a custom length or color?
- Yes. Custom lengths and non-standard colors are hand-terminated in our Connecticut shop — typically 3–4 business days from in-stock components. Call (860) 763-2100 or submit a quote request with your specs.
- How fast does this ship?
- In-stock orders placed by 2:30 PM ET ship the same day via FedEx or UPS. All standard configurations are stocked in East Windsor, CT.