Are you thinking to travel to Spain, and wondering if your devices which will bring with you, could work when you are there or not . In this article we will cover all the different Spain’s power Plugs types , power voltage, and some information about the travel adapter.
Electricity In Colombia :
- The Colombia wall Outlet Voltage : 110 V
- The Colombia standard frequency : 60 HZ
- The Colombia power Plug Types : A and B
The power plugs and sockets in Colombia
For Colombia, there are two associated plug types : the type A and the type B. Check the following pictures :
Type A : Is the plug type which has two flat parallel pins, is mainly used in Central and North America , Japan and China. This plug socket works only with plug type A.
Type B : Is the plug type which has two flat parallel pin and a grounding pin, is like plug Abut with an extra prong for grounding. And this plug socket also works with plug A.
The voltage and frequency in Colombia
The standard voltage in Colombia is 110 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz. If the standard voltage in your country is between 110 V- and 127 V as is in the United State, Canada and most South American countries ,you can use your electric appliances in Colombia.
Otherwise, if the standard voltage in your country is in the range of 220 and 240 V which is common in the Europe, Asia, Africa the United Kingdom and Australia, you will need a voltage converter in Colombia.
Be Careful , if the frequency in Colombia (60 Hz) differs from the one in your country, it is not advised to use your equipments. But if there is no voltage difference, you could at own risk try to use the appliance for a short time.
The travel adapter in Colombia
The Colombia uses the same North America, two flat pin, type of adapter that is used in the US, Canada, the many Caribbean countries and Mexico.
The plug Adapter allow electrical connections up to 240 volts. An adapter plug does NOT change the current or voltage unless your device is dual voltage. You must check to make sure your hair dryer, curling iron, electric razor and other appliances are dual voltage before you leave on your trip.
The non-grounded adapters may not be used with appliances that have grounded plugs , for these you will need a grounded adapter.
Do you need a travel adapter for a trip to Colombia?
Yes, you need a travel adapter for a trip from the United Kingdom to Colombia. Because in Colombia, the people are using different plugs and plug sockets that are not compatible with plugs from the United Kingdom!
The voltage
The voltages found in United Kingdom and Colombia are significantly different.
The frequency
The standard voltage in Colombia is 110 V and the standard frequency is 60 Hz.