Overview
The Hama Steckdosenleiste 3-fach (Mehrfachsteckdose mit 1,4 m Kabel, Schalter, 45° gedreht) is a three-outlet power strip from the German accessory maker Hama. In English, the name means roughly a 3-way power strip with a 1.4 m cable, a switch, and sockets rotated by 45°.
In short, it is a solid entry-level strip for people who use it in regions with CEE 7/7 (Type E/F) outlets. It is not designed for Japanese homes.
The main specifications are a 230V operating voltage, a 3500W maximum load, a 1.4 m cable, and 1.5 mm² conductors.
It also has a two-pole toggle switch, shutter-based touch protection, sockets rotated by 45°, and German GS certification. Hama left out extras such as USB ports and surge protection and focused on safety and easy plug access.
When we checked Amazon.co.jp in October 2026, the listing had a rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 1,603 reviews (92% positive).
That rating reflects how well the product itself is made. It does not mean the strip is convenient on a Japanese 100V outlet.
This article explains where the strip is worth buying and where buyers tend to go wrong.
Compatibility Guide
Plug and socket types
The plug on the cable is a CEE 7/7 hybrid. It fits both Type F (Schuko) wall outlets, used in Germany, Austria, the Netherlands and the Nordic countries, and Type E outlets, used in France and Belgium.
The three sockets on the strip are earthed Schuko sockets. They accept earthed Schuko plugs and flat two-pin Europlugs (Type C).
The plug does not fit Type G outlets in the UK and Ireland. Countries with their own standards, such as Switzerland and Italy, also have outlets it cannot plug into.
It does not work everywhere in Europe, so check the outlet type at your destination first.
Voltage and capacity
The strip is rated for 230V and a maximum of 3500W. At 230V, 3500W works out to roughly 15A, and the 1.5 mm² conductors are sized for that current.
As a reference point, that is thicker than the 1.25 mm² wire common in Japanese 15A strips.
The real limit, however, is set by the wall outlet and the circuit breaker, not by the strip's rating alone.
Using it in Japan
The plug does not fit Japanese Type A outlets, which supply 100V. A plug adapter makes a physical connection possible, but the table below shows what changes.
| Item | In Europe (230V) | In Japan through a plug adapter (100V) |
|---|---|---|
| Practical power limit | 3500W (strip rating) | About 1500W (15A x 100V, a typical outlet rating) |
| Earth | Provided by the Schuko earth contacts | Lost on Japanese two-pin outlets |
| Plugs the strip accepts | Schuko and Europlug | Japanese Type A plugs do not fit |
The third row is the one people most often miss. Because the sockets are Schuko, Japanese Type A plugs do not fit the strip either.
Using it in Japan would need adapters both from the wall to the strip and from the strip to each device. For use in Japan, a domestic power strip is the sensible choice.
Physical layout
The sockets are rotated by 45°, so wide AC adapters and bulky plugs can sit next to each other without blocking neighbouring sockets. A 1.4 m cable is borderline for reaching from a floor outlet to the underside of a desk.
Measure the distance before you buy.
Product Info
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Outlets | 3 |
| Max power | 3500W |
| Operating voltage | 230V |
| Cable length | 1.4 m |
| Conductor cross-section | 1.5 mm² |
| Switch | Two-pole toggle (all outlets) |
| Touch protection | Reinforced shutters |
| Socket orientation | Rotated 45° |
| Certification | GS |
| Plug | CEE 7/7 (Type E/F) |
As of October 2026, the price on Amazon.co.jp was ¥3,227.
Prices change with sales and exchange rates, so check the product page for the current price before you buy. The listing is sold and shipped by RAREWAVES-JP, not by Amazon itself.
Because it is an imported item, it may cost more than the same strip bought locally in Europe. The box contains only the strip.
Warranty length and support follow the seller's and Hama's terms, so check the product page for details.
This is an entry-level model. It has no surge protection, no USB charging ports and no per-outlet switches.
Its switch does cut both power conductors, though. A Schuko plug can go into the outlet either way up, so with a single-pole switch the live conductor may stay connected depending on how the plug is inserted.
A two-pole switch disconnects both conductors whichever way the plug goes in. It is easy to overlook, but it matters for safety.
Comparison With Alternatives
The right Schuko strip depends on what you need. If three outlets are not enough, a larger strip such as the Steckdosenleiste 6+1 is an option.
If you want to hide cables in the desk itself, a desk-mounted three-socket Schuko unit such as the Emuca model is another route.
This strip has no surge protection. To protect equipment from lightning or power spikes, look at a surge-protected strip such as the VonHaus 10-way model, and check its plug type on the product page.
For use in Japan, a domestic strip such as Elecom's 10-outlet strip with lightning protection is the right choice. The Hama's strength is a sensible package of three outlets, a two-pole switch, shutters and GS certification.
It is not the strip to choose for the longest feature list.
Best Use Cases
- People living in or staying long-term in Europe: It suits Type E/F homes where you want monitors, laptops or lamps (up to three devices) on one strip. The two-pole switch cuts all outlets at once, which helps reduce standby power when you go out.
- Owners of European-spec devices: If your devices already have EU plugs and you use them on European power, this is a natural fit.
- Households with children or pets: Unused sockets close behind shutters, which makes it harder for fingers or objects to get in.
- Buyers who value reliability over features: It suits people who want a basic GS-certified strip without USB ports or other extras.
Travellers from Japan to Europe can use it too, but remember that Japanese Type A plugs do not fit it. For laptop chargers with detachable cords, swapping in an EU cord is the most reliable fix.
Other devices need a Type C adapter each. Running a Japanese power strip, which is usually rated for 125V, on a 230V supply is dangerous.
That alone is a good reason to use a local-standard strip like this one while abroad.
Before You Buy
- It is effectively unusable in Japanese homes: Both the plug and the sockets are European. Even with an adapter, the limit is about 1500W, there is no earth, and Japanese plugs do not fit the strip. The listing also does not show whether the strip carries the PSE mark required for power strips sold for use in Japan. Do not use it as a permanent fixture on Japanese outlets.
- Plug adapters do not convert voltage: A 230V-only European appliance will not run properly on 100V in Japan, even through this strip. An adapter only changes the plug shape.
- No surge protection: To protect PCs, NAS units or routers from lightning or voltage spikes, add a surge-protected strip or a UPS.
- No per-outlet switches: One switch controls all three outlets. Mixing always-on devices, such as a fridge or router, with devices you switch off often is inconvenient.
- 3500W is a ceiling, not headroom: Running kettles or heaters for long periods can make the strip and the wall outlet hot. Do not plug one strip into another, and do not run high loads with the cord coiled or bundled.
- The cable is 1.4 m: Do not expect it to work as a long extension lead.
- Check the listing carefully: Imported listings often keep German titles, which makes the model hard to identify, and listing details are sometimes mixed up with other products. Before ordering, use the photos and title to confirm it is this strip, with three outlets, a switch and sockets rotated by 45°.
FAQ
Q. Can I use it directly in Japan? A.
No. The CEE 7/7 (Type E/F) plug does not fit Japanese Type A outlets, and Japanese plugs do not fit its Schuko sockets.
Q. With an adapter on 100V, can I draw 3500W? A.
No. The 3500W rating applies at 230V.
A typical Japanese outlet is rated 15A at 100V, which works out to about 1500W.
Q. Is it useful for Japanese chargers on a trip to Europe? A.
Chargers rated for 100–240V will handle the European voltage. Their Japanese plugs will not fit the strip, though, so you need a Type C adapter for each device or EU replacement cords.
Q. Does it have surge protection? A.
Surge protection is not listed in the specifications. Pair it with a surge protector or a UPS for sensitive equipment.
Q. Does each outlet have its own switch?
A. No. A single two-pole toggle switch turns all three outlets on and off together.
Product Disclosure (Amazon)
- Manufacturer: Hama
- Seller: RAREWAVES-JP
- Fulfilled by: RAREWAVES-JP
- ASIN: B08DKQ7R1G
- Note: This article covers a manufacturer-made product based on Amazon listing details.
