Electrical outlets in Denmark use a typical continental European two-prong plug; However, Denmark strays from the Scandinavian norm, so make sure the adapter you buy is suitable for the deeper outlets in this country. When buying an international adapter, you will want to look for plug types E or K as they are the correct size for two round prongs.
It is not too difficult to find out what type of plug or converter you need for electrical outlets in Denmark. Most laptops will automatically run on 220 to 230 volts, but you should check the power input markings on the back of your laptop. That means you will only need one adapter to reshape your power plug to fit an outlet in Denmark, and these power adapters are relatively inexpensive.
However, it is also important to note that some appliances will not work or will short if plugged into a European outlet without a converter. Be sure to read the power capacity of your devices and buy the right type of adapter for the job.
Buy the right power adapter
Because Denmark uses Type E and Type K plugs, you will need to find a power adapter that converts your Type A or Type B power cord to fit these unique plugs.
Type E plugs are of French origin and feature two round openings and a round ground pin to ensure that the ground is latched before live pin contact is made, while Type K is Danish only and features a hole for the ground pin (found on Danish Plugs, not Plugs) in addition to the two round openings for the plug pins.
When it comes to buying an adapter, you’ll need to look for plug C and plug F (if it has an extra hole) for Type E plugs and Type C, E, and F for Type K plugs. Still, be sure to check your appliance or electrical device before plugging in to make sure you don’t need to buy an additional converter to reduce the voltage coming from the plug.
Mastered: Buying Step-Down Transformers
If you bring small appliances, be careful as the shape adapter may not be enough for these electronic devices to work. While most personal electronic devices in recent years will accept both voltages, some older and smaller appliances will not run on the powerful 220v in Europe.
Check if the label near the power cord of the appliance shows 100 to 240v and 50 to 60 Hz. If not, you will need a “step-down transformer”, also called a converter. These converters will reduce the 220 volts from the outlet to provide 110 volts for the device, although these cost a bit more than simple form adapters.
As a warning, you should not try to bring any type of hair dryer to Denmark as it is very difficult to combine with a suitable converter due to the astronomical power consumption. Instead, you need to check if your accommodation in Denmark has one in the room, or just buy a cheap one locally.
