Italian standard plug with three round pins in a straight line. Modern Italian sockets are often 'bipasso' or hybrid Schuko sockets.
Direct Specification Summary
Type L is an earthed (grounded) electrical plug standard rated for 10A / 16A maximum amperage and typical voltages of 230V. Sockets are engineered with Three round pins in a row (4.0 mm diam for 10A version, 5.0 mm diam for 16A version).
Standard Property
Technical Specification
Standard Designation
Type L (CEI 23-50)
Grounding / Earthing
Yes (Earthed protective pin or side clips)
Pin Count & Geometry
3 Pins — Three round pins in a row (4.0 mm diam for 10A version, 5.0 mm diam for 16A version)
Maximum Current Rating
10A / 16A
Nominal Voltage Range
230V
Grounding Status
Grounded (Earthed)
3 Pins • 10A / 16A Maximum
Typical Voltage Range
230V
Physical: Three round pins in a row (4.0 mm diam for 10A version, 5.0 mm diam for 16A version)
Countries & Territories Using Type L
Type L is officially deployed in the national grid or hotel accommodations of the following countries:
The mechanical architecture of Type L is defined by Three round pins in a row (4.0 mm diam for 10A version, 5.0 mm diam for 16A version). Sockets engineered for this standard operate at nominal capacities up to 10A / 16A.
When traveling with equipment utilizing this plug, verify that the foreign receptacle is compatible with its physical grounding structure. Using 3-to-2 prong grounding cheater adapters can remove protective earth bonding, exposing metallic device housings to live chassis fault risks.