Is a mains earth connection present in all countries?
A. In the UK a mains earth connection is required by law and is almost universally present. If you are concerned that the wiring in your property may be incorrect then we sell an inexpensive socket tester to verify a correct earth connection and properly wired socket. European countries also have an earth connection, although the style of socket varies, with some having a pin which sticks out of the socket (e.g. France), while others having a spring connection at the top and/or bottom of the socket (e.g. Germany). The European plugs we sell are a dual type, suitable for either style of socket. There are a couple of exceptions in specific countries, so please read the user guide included with our products. North American sockets do not always have an earth pin. The 2 pin sockets are not suitable for grounding, but importantly not all of the 3 pin sockets are suitable either. In properties which have not been re-wired since the 1960s, there may be 3 pin sockets fitted, but no earth wired
