ENEC-Certified Plugs | European Standard Power Cords and Plugs Guide 🔌

As a professional power cord manufacturer, we provide our customers with power cords and plugs that comply with European safety standards.

In the European market, ENEC-certified plugs are a crucial guarantee for market access. ENEC (European Norms Electrical Certification) is a universal European safety certification mark for electrical products, equivalent to UL in the United States or CCC in China. It signifies that a product complies with European electrical safety standards and can be used in multiple European countries.

💡 What is an ENEC-certified plug?

ENEC certification is not a specific plug model; it refers to plugs and sockets that comply with European standards and have been certified by ENEC. It ensures product safety, reliability, and market access.

Key features of ENEC-certified plugs:

✅ Complies with standards such as EN 50075 (Europlug) and EN 60320 (Appliance Connectors)

✅ Passes rigorous safety tests (insulation, heat resistance, fire resistance, etc.)

✅ Marked with the ENEC logo (a number in a circle), such as ENEC 04

🔌 Common plug types in Europe

European plugs primarily follow IEC and CENELEC standards. Common ENEC-certified plug types include:

1️⃣ Type C (CEE 7/16 Europlug)

Two-prong round plug, no grounding

Commonly used in Germany, France, Italy, Spain, etc.

Voltage: 220-240V | Current: 2.5A

Corresponding standard: ENEC 61184

2️⃣ Type E (French standard CEE 7/5)

Two-prong plug with top grounding hole

Commonly used in France, Belgium, and Poland

3️⃣ Type F (CEE 7/4 Schuko)

Two-prong plug with grounding clips on both sides

Commonly used in Germany, Austria, and the Netherlands

For industrial use, refer to ENEC 60309

4️⃣ Type G (British standard BS 1363)

Three-prong rectangular plug

Used in: United Kingdom, Ireland, etc.

Note: Not ENEC-certified, but complies with British BS standards.

🌟 Why choose an ENEC-certified plug?

✔️ Ensure product compliance with European market safety regulations
✔️ Enhance brand trust and export competitiveness
✔️ Compatible with a variety of European power cords, including AC power cords, extension cords, and appliance power cords
✔️ Meet customers’ stringent requirements for electrical safety and certifications

✍🏻 Summary

ENEC-certified plugs are certified and comply with European standards, not just specific models.

Common European plug types include: Type C (Europlug), Type E/F (Schuko), and Type G (British BS standard).

When exporting to the European market, choose the correct plug for your target country and ensure it bears the ENEC certification mark.

📌 We are a power cord manufacturer with over 15 years of manufacturing experience, specializing in AC power cords, extension cords, and plug assemblies. All our products are certified by international certifications such as ENEC, VDE, UL, SAA, and CCC. We support OEM/ODM customization.