Why do different countries have different outlets? - Extra Education

Why do different countries have different outlets?

Q. Why do different countries have different outlets?

Back in the days when the electrical system was invented and homes were electrified, inventors came up with different configuration of outlets, and appliance manufacturers adapted to them.

Meanwhile, during the technological revolution, states categorically rejected the invention of foreign citizens so they had to come up with new shape of outlets.

In all countries, outlets have different voltages, and plugs allow you to adjust the current supply. That's why various standards were introduced for certain countries.

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Last Updated : Oct 29, 2021