Mar 09, 2013, 12:02 PM. Switzerland certainly doesn't have the same kinds of plugs that other European countries have... our prongs are a bit thinner and we also have 3-prong plugs which are sort of hexagonal and are the ones that fit into the recesed outlets that KM mentions. These are 15amp plugs and are called, in French anyway, prises menagères...
https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g188045-i336-k6234394-Switzerland_power_adaptor-Switzerland.html
In addition, the equipment is usually rated at 50/60 hertz, and will function on either cycle. However, some devices, especially hair dryers, are designed to function at either 110/60 or 220/50. If this is the case, a voltage converter is necessary.
http://www.wisegeek.org/what-are-the-electrical-voltage-differences-between-the-us-and-europe.htm
Please be aware that whilst a travel adapter will allow you to physically fit a US plug into a different receptacle it will not change the voltage or frequency of the supply. Voltage - The mains voltage in Switzerland is 230 V which is incompatible with most US appliances (US voltage is currently specified as 120 V + /- 5%). Check any appliances that you wish to use carefully to see what voltage is specified.
http://www.travel-adaptor.com/countries/travel-adapter-plugs/Switzerland.php
Europe's electrical system is different from ours in two ways: the voltage of the current and the shape of the plug. American appliances run on 110 volts, while European appliances are 220 volts. Today's gadgets are dual voltage, which means they work on both American and European current. If you see a range of voltages printed on the item or its plug (such as 110–220), you're OK in Europe.
https://www.ricksteves.com/travel-tips/phones-tech/electric-adapters-converters
Voltage - The mains voltage in Switzerland is 230 V which is compatible with all UK appliances (UK voltage is currently specified as 230 V +10% / - 6%). Frequency - The frequency in Switzerland is 50 Hz which is the same as the UK. Special considerations - C only in the form CEE 7/16.
http://www.travel-adaptor.com/countries/travel-adaptor-plugs/Switzerland.php
Swiss Power Adapter - Switzerland Forum. Swiss Power Adapter. I'm having a heck of a time finding a proper swiss power adapter. I want to bring my laptop and my wife enjoys her hair tools.... Some people say you'll find the common European plug where wikipedia says the swiss use their own plug. A search of the forums here got me similar information. I found the apple convertor for my laptop and then found in the reviews it doesnt work in Switzerland.
https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g188045-i336-k2063359-Swiss_Power_Adapter-Switzerland.html
You need an adapter, but any Swiss adapter for EU plugs will do. There is no special adapter. plug converter for switzerland. The EU plug and the Swiss plug are quite similar, differing only in the spacing and width of the prongs, and number of prongs (3 or 2). Power plug & outlet Type J - World Standards.
https://www.quora.com/Do-I-need-a-specific-power-adapter-when-travelling-in-Switzerland-or-can-an-EU-adapter-be-used-with-Swiss-power-outlets
Most of Europe uses a 220volt/50 hertz power system. European plugs have round prongs. Electrical transformers are commonly used in the U.S. to reduce electricity flow to devices such as laptops can also be used in Japan.
http://www.wisegeek.org/what-are-the-electrical-voltage-differences-between-the-us-and-europe.htm
The voltage in Europe is twice that of the voltage in the United States, and while many electronics are designed to adapt to voltage changes, it is crucial to check. If the device is not capable of handling 220 volts of electricity, it will fail.
http://www.wisegeek.org/what-are-the-electrical-voltage-differences-between-the-us-and-europe.htm
Some older appliances have a voltage switch marked 110 (US) and 220 (Europe) — switch it to 220 as you pack. A few old, cheap American appliances aren't equipped to deal with the voltage difference at all. To make these work, you'd need to buy a separate, bulky converter (about $30), but it's usually not worth it.
https://www.ricksteves.com/travel-tips/phones-tech/electric-adapters-converters
what voltage is used in switzerland
In Switzerland, 230 voltage is used. 230 V voltage is used in Switzerland.