European projects do not use one interchangeable socket configuration. Buyers may encounter French-style, Schuko and Italian socket interfaces, among others. A visual resemblance or broad “European” label is not enough to establish compatibility or approval for a target country.
Start with the project’s required interface
List each destination country and the plug interface specified by the project. Match that description to the supplier’s model drawing and sample. Where a project serves more than one country, confirm whether it needs separate models rather than assuming one outlet covers the region.
Check model details
- Record the series, item code and precise socket configuration.
- Confirm rated values and dimensions from current technical documents.
- Review earthing details and accessories shown on the model drawing.
- Ask which conformity documents cover the exact item and destination.
- Keep samples and approvals labelled by model code.
Keep the comparison evidence-based
Compare French-style, Schuko and Italian configurations only against the project’s documented requirement. Have country-specific requirements reviewed by the responsible compliance professional; a catalogue category does not establish regulatory acceptance.
OUBEN’s catalogue lists French-style socket entries in EU1/EU2 and Schuko and Italian socket entries in PERFECT. Confirm current item codes, ratings, technical drawings and destination-market documents directly before specification.