Can I Use My CPAP Machine in China?

Q: What plug type does China use?

China uses Type A/C/I sockets at 220V / 50Hz.

Based on what's typical for this device — confirm on the label to be sure.

Typical profile: Check your CPAP machine's label before using it in China.

Check your device label first

Device label unknown: confirm actual INPUT
Destination grid 220⁠V / 50⁠Hz
Plug fit Type A/C/I fits
Verdict Check your device label first

Device voltage: unknown: confirm actual INPUT
Destination grid: 220⁠V / 50⁠Hz
Plug type: Type A/C/I fits
Typical wattage: 30–90⁠W
Verdict: Check your device label first
Reviewed: 2026-06-17

Next step

What to do next

Read label examplesConfirm what 100-240V, 120V, and 230V labels mean.Re-run with label valuesUse the checker again after confirming 100-240V, 120V, or 230V.Add it to a trip checklistKeep CPAP Machine in a saved packing verdict for China.

Why

Compatibility is unconfirmed. Read the exact INPUT voltage range and frequency on your device or power supply, and compare them with the destination. The whole local range must be covered; 110–220V does not include 100V or 230–240V. Confirm the actual plug, grounding and manufacturer restrictions. Do not plug in while these details are unknown. The cited ResMed and Philips power supplies accept 100–240V, 50/60Hz for the named models. This does not verify your medical device or accessories. Confirm its exact label and manufacturer instructions, including humidifier, approved supply and any travel battery. Do not substitute an unapproved converter or supply.

China runs 220⁠V / 50⁠Hz. China runs 220V at 50Hz and accepts three plug types: Type I (its own grounded standard, near-identical to Australia), Type A (flat blades, common in older buildings) and Type C (Europlug). US single-voltage devices need a converter; the plug may fit (Type A) but the 220V will damage them.

CPAP Machine in China at a glance

Your CPAP machine vs China's grid
Device voltage profile	unknown: confirm actual INPUT
Typical wattage	30–90⁠W
Destination voltage	220⁠V
Destination frequency	50⁠Hz
Destination plug types	Type A/C/I
Voltage mismatch	120⁠V → 220⁠V = +100⁠V
Verdict	Check your device label first

Plug types in China: Type A, Type C, Type I

How different input labels change this answer

Calculated examples for reading labels, not a test of your unit. Compare your actual label before using an example result.

China: 220⁠V · 50⁠Hz

100–240V 50/60Hz → Conditional compatibility
AC 100-240V ~1.0A 50-60Hz → Conditional compatibility

Sources and limits

What the evidence covers

A source supports only the facts, socket types or models listed below. A model example does not verify every device in its category. Confirm your own label and outlet.

Coverage: VDE: Power supply and security when traveling
Dataset reviewed: 2026-06-17

Evidence by fact

Nominal voltage: VDE: Power supply and security when traveling Scope: China (Types verified: A, C, I) checked: 2026-07-17
Frequency: VDE: Power supply and security when traveling Scope: China (Types verified: A, C, I) checked: 2026-07-17
Socket types: VDE: Power supply and security when traveling Scope: China (Types verified: A, C, I) checked: 2026-07-17

Scope

VDE: Power supply and security when traveling: All listed base claims match this non-binding VDE consumer reference.

Sources and limits

What the evidence covers

A source supports only the facts, socket types or models listed below. A model example does not verify every device in its category. Confirm your own label and outlet.

Coverage: CPAP Machine
Dataset reviewed: 2026-09-30

Evidence by fact

Voltage profile: ResMed: AirSense 11 user guide (Profile evidence pending; example only) Scope: ResMed AirSense 11 with 65 W power supply checked: 2026-09-30 ; Philips: DreamStation BiPAP autoSV user manual (Profile evidence pending; example only) Scope: Philips DreamStation BiPAP autoSV with 80 W power supply checked: 2026-09-30
Profile evidence pending; example only
Wattage range: ResMed: AirSense 11 user guide (Profile evidence pending; example only) Scope: ResMed AirSense 11 with 65 W power supply checked: 2026-09-30 ; Philips: DreamStation BiPAP autoSV user manual (Profile evidence pending; example only) Scope: Philips DreamStation BiPAP autoSV with 80 W power supply checked: 2026-09-30
Profile evidence pending; example only
Frequency behavior: ResMed: AirSense 11 user guide (Profile evidence pending; example only) Scope: ResMed AirSense 11 with 65 W power supply checked: 2026-09-30 ; Philips: DreamStation BiPAP autoSV user manual (Profile evidence pending; example only) Scope: Philips DreamStation BiPAP autoSV with 80 W power supply checked: 2026-09-30
Profile evidence pending; example only
Grounding: ResMed: AirSense 11 user guide (Profile evidence pending; example only) Scope: ResMed AirSense 11 with 65 W power supply checked: 2026-09-30 ; Philips: DreamStation BiPAP autoSV user manual (Profile evidence pending; example only) Scope: Philips DreamStation BiPAP autoSV with 80 W power supply checked: 2026-09-30
Profile evidence pending; example only
Safety guidance: ResMed: AirSense 11 user guide (Profile evidence pending; example only) Scope: ResMed AirSense 11 with 65 W power supply checked: 2026-09-30 ; Philips: DreamStation BiPAP autoSV user manual (Profile evidence pending; example only) Scope: Philips DreamStation BiPAP autoSV with 80 W power supply checked: 2026-09-30
Profile evidence pending; example only

Scope

ResMed: AirSense 11 user guide: PDF p25 / printed p22, 65W power supply unit; PDF p26 / printed p23, IEC60601-1 classification: AC 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz, 2 A; DC 24 V, 2.71 A; typical consumption 56.1 W (111.5 VA), peak 73.2 W (137.6 VA), Class II. Supply ratings and consumption are distinct, and neither verifies all CPAP models.
Philips: DreamStation BiPAP autoSV user manual: PDF p61 / printed p57, sections 6.1.5 and 6.1.6: Class II; 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 2.0-1.0 A with 80 W power supply; DC 12 V, 6.67 A. Follow exact medical-device/approved accessory instructions.

Find the INPUT label first. If the label is missing or unclear, do not plug it in and do not buy a converter on guesswork.

For medical devices, always confirm voltage on the label and check with the manufacturer when in doubt.

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FAQ

Can I use my CPAP machine in China?

Typical profile: Check your CPAP machine's label before using it in China. China runs 220⁠V / 50⁠Hz on Type A/C/I sockets.

Will a travel adapter let me use my CPAP machine in China?

Typical profile: Not by itself. First check the label — if your CPAP machine is single-voltage, a plug adapter will not protect it from 220V.

Do I need a voltage converter for a CPAP machine in China?

Typical profile: First check the label. If it says only 120V or only 230V and that does not match China's 220V, do not buy or use a converter until wattage and local voltage are confirmed.

What plug type does China use?

China uses Type A/C/I sockets at 220⁠V / 50⁠Hz.

Adapter vs converter explained

Guidance only — not professional electrical advice. Always confirm against your device's label before plugging in. Local wiring (especially in hotels and older buildings) can vary.