The table below summarises the plug types, voltage and frequency of electrical current in both South Africa and Congo, Democratic Republic of the.
| South Africa | Congo, Democratic Republic of the | |
|---|---|---|
| Plug Types | M, N | C, D |
| Voltage | 220V, 230V | 220V |
| Frequency of electrical current | 50Hz | 50Hz |
In South Africa there's more than one plug type in use.
What type of plug does your appliance have?
In Congo, Democratic Republic of the there's more than one socket type in use. You may require more than one adaptor.
Socket Type M
(South Africa) to Plug Type C
(Congo, Democratic Republic of the)
Socket Type M
(South Africa) to Plug Type D
(Congo, Democratic Republic of the)
In Congo, Democratic Republic of the there's more than one socket type in use. You may require more than one adaptor.
Socket Type N
(South Africa) to Plug Type C
(Congo, Democratic Republic of the)
Socket Type N
(South Africa) to Plug Type D
(Congo, Democratic Republic of the)
The voltages found in South Africa (220V and 230V) are the same as those found in Congo, Democratic Republic of the. 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 South Africa and Congo, Democratic Republic of the is exactly the same (50Hz). Timing devices and appliances that use motors will function as expected under this frequency.