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Does anybody know the name of the cable that should be inserted in this connector? I lost it so I cannot make a picture.

I know it is a power cable where the other side is inserted in a 200-240 V (non grounded) Dutch (European) wall socket/out.

These types come in two sizes, the most generic is slightly bigger, this one is smaller (but for both I don't know the name).

The distance between the pins is about 6 mm, the horizontal distance 11 mm, and the height around 6 mm.

Brand: Philips Type : Hair (not beard) shaver Model: (I will add this later, not near the device) Type : Power connector (other end of cable to ungrounded Dutch/Europen 220 V wall outlet/socket) Marks: (I will add this later)

Connector

Update:

The model is Philips, HC3410. I could find an adapter but those are over 30 euro including shipping (more than the entire product). However, I found via AliExpress and a Dutch site a compatibility list so I hope it will work. I will not in 2 to 8 weeks.

For those who are interested:

Compatibility list: Compability list

Adapter: Adapter at AliExpress

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    \$\begingroup\$ In the future, it would help if you described the device, manufacturer, model number, voltage if marked. \$\endgroup\$
    – user71659
    Oct 31, 2017 at 2:41
  • \$\begingroup\$ @user71659 you are fully right ... I will do when I am at my gf's house (she has the device). \$\endgroup\$
    – Michel Keijzers
    Oct 31, 2017 at 20:47

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Your device is likely a Philips Norelco shaver. It is a DC low-voltage polarized connector which was used after it was decided that unconnected line-voltage cords and sinks don't mix. I believe it is proprietary, I haven't seen it anywhere else. If you want a replacement, just look for the proper charger for your model of razor.

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  • \$\begingroup\$ I searched (forgot to put the model in my description) ... and I cannot remember it. It is a Philips shaver (for head hair, not beard). I checked for a replacement but couldn't find (it's quite old). \$\endgroup\$
    – Michel Keijzers
    Oct 31, 2017 at 9:45
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    \$\begingroup\$ The problem is they appear to vary. The one I own has an output of 8 V 100 mA (despite the shaver being marked 8 V 1 W). Ones I found online just looking for "Philips shaver adapter" seem to output 15 V. You'll have to see if the shaver is labeled. \$\endgroup\$
    – user71659
    Oct 31, 2017 at 14:44
  • \$\begingroup\$ It seems it might be tricky to find one in that case. Thanks for the info. \$\endgroup\$
    – Michel Keijzers
    Oct 31, 2017 at 14:47
  • \$\begingroup\$ Thinking about it, I bet the lower voltage is for NiMH shavers and the higher voltage for Li-Ion. \$\endgroup\$
    – user71659
    Oct 31, 2017 at 15:49
  • \$\begingroup\$ I guess your answer was closest and the connector type does not really have a name since it is proprietary. Btw, I ordered a (hopefully compatible) adapter. \$\endgroup\$
    – Michel Keijzers
    Nov 3, 2017 at 23:14

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