NEMA 5-15P (US Plug) Europlug (CEE 7/16)

Compatibility check and signal path analysis

Adapter Required

These connectors are not directly compatible. An adapter or converter cable is needed.

Signal Path

NEMA 5-15P (US Plug)

Family Power
Form Factor 3-prong flat blade
Pin Count 3
Reversible No

Europlug (CEE 7/16)

Family Power
Form Factor Round 2-pin
Pin Count 2
Reversible Yes

Notes

NEMA 5-15P (US Plug) to Europlug (CEE 7/16): Different power connector standards are generally not interchangeable due to voltage, current, and pin compatibility differences. Using the wrong power connector can damage equipment. The NEMA 5-15P (US Plug) (Power) and Europlug (CEE 7/16) (Power) share the same connector family.