Is there a grounded duckhead US plug available?

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Is there a grounded duckhead US plug available?

I have a MacBook Pro A1278 with a 60W MagSafe Power Adapter A1344. I prefer using the grounded plug because then I don't feel the electricity on the aluminum computer shell. However, when I travel, I don't like taking the long grounded extension with me. I am wondering if there is a grounded connecter available that plugs directly into the adapter? A quick Google search indicates that these are available in the UK (see pictures below) but I would like the US version. Thanks in advance.

MacBook Pro (13-inch Mid 2012), macOS Sierra (10.12.3)

Posted on Feb 22, 2017 8:45 AM

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leroydouglas

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Feb 22, 2017 9:53 AM in response to pillravi

pillravi wrote:

I prefer using the grounded plug...

However, when I travel, I don't like taking the long grounded extension with me. I am wondering if there is a grounded connecter ....I would like the US version.

I know of no USA version. The ground extension is your best bet.

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Oceanis34

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Feb 22, 2017 9:50 AM in response to pillravi

I haven't seen one myself for the North America version. You can however, use the extension cord that came with it because that has a ground.

The reason for the ground for European and some Asian countries is because they are on 220/240 Volts. North America is on 110 Volts.

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