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767 Why Do Electrical Plugs Have Different Sized Prongs?

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SlashGear · 02/16/2026 11:45 EDT

Why Do Electrical Plugs Have Different Sized Prongs?

Plugs where one blade is wider than the other can be annoying, but they'll also keep you a lot safer. Here's why they're like that and how it works.

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