Which plug adaptor do I need when travelling from Ecuador to Guatemala?

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Summary

The table below summarises the plug types, voltage and frequency of electrical current in both Ecuador and Guatemala.

EcuadorGuatemala
Plug TypesA, BA, B, G, I
Voltage120V, 127V120V
Frequency of electrical current60Hz60Hz

Plug Adaptors

In Ecuador there's more than one plug type in use.

What type of plug does your appliance have?

Your Appliance has Plug Type A

In Guatemala there's more than one socket type in use. You may require more than one adaptor.

Socket Type A
(Ecuador)
to Plug Type B
(Guatemala)

Socket Type A
(Ecuador)
to Plug Type G
(Guatemala)

Socket Type A
(Ecuador)
to Plug Type I
(Guatemala)

Guatemala 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 Guatemala, you will not need an adaptor.

Your Appliance has Plug Type B

In Guatemala there's more than one socket type in use. You may require more than one adaptor.

Socket Type B
(Ecuador)
to Plug Type A
(Guatemala)

Socket Type B
(Ecuador)
to Plug Type G
(Guatemala)

Socket Type B
(Ecuador)
to Plug Type I
(Guatemala)

Guatemala 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 Guatemala, you will not need an adaptor.

Considerations

Voltage

The voltages found in Ecuador (120V and 127V) are the same as those found in Guatemala. As there are multiple voltages present, care should be taken to ensure your appliance is compatible with the power outlet you are using.

Good to know

Frequency of Electrical Current

The frequency found in Ecuador and Guatemala is exactly the same (60Hz). Timing devices and appliances that use motors will function as expected under this frequency.

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