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Type of converter needed for Amsterdam

Heading to Amsterdam next month and can't seem to get a definitive answer on the type of converter needed. I saw where it may be a Type "C" or could be a Type "F". I own the latter. Does anyone know with certainty? Thanks in advance. NS

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You are talking about adapters, not converters. These are very different things. You would only use adapters in Europe for devices/appliances that are either 240v single voltage or are multi/dual voltage.

A C adapter is not grounded. An F adapter is grounded.

An F adapter can be used in a C outlet, provided your device doesn't require grounding. A C adapter can be used in an F outlet.