The table below summarises the plug types, voltage and frequency of electrical current in both Ecuador and American Samoa.
| Ecuador | American Samoa | |
|---|---|---|
| Plug Types | A, B | A, B, F, I |
| Voltage | 120V, 127V | 120V |
| Frequency of electrical current | 60Hz | 60Hz |
In Ecuador there's more than one plug type in use.
What type of plug does your appliance have?
In American Samoa there's more than one socket type in use. You may require more than one adaptor.
Socket Type A
(Ecuador) to Plug Type B
(American Samoa)
Socket Type A
(Ecuador) to Plug Type F
(American Samoa)
Socket Type A
(Ecuador) to Plug Type I
(American Samoa)
American Samoa also uses Socket Type A, which is used in Ecuador. If using an appliance that has a Type A Plug in the Type A Sockets of American Samoa, you will not need an adaptor.
In American Samoa there's more than one socket type in use. You may require more than one adaptor.
Socket Type B
(Ecuador) to Plug Type A
(American Samoa)
Socket Type B
(Ecuador) to Plug Type F
(American Samoa)
Socket Type B
(Ecuador) to Plug Type I
(American Samoa)
American Samoa also uses Socket Type B, which is used in Ecuador. If using an appliance that has a Type B Plug in the Type B Sockets of American Samoa, you will not need an adaptor.
The voltages found in Ecuador (120V and 127V) are the same as those found in American Samoa. As there are multiple voltages present, care should be taken to ensure your appliance is compatible with the power outlet you are using.
The frequency found in Ecuador and American Samoa is exactly the same (60Hz). Timing devices and appliances that use motors will function as expected under this frequency.