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Default Are 3A plug fuses really necessary? Why not always 13A?

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How do you chose the "correct" fuse for an extension lead (assuming
the lead is designed for a 13A load)?


I can't imagine why you assume extension leads are all 13A rated. I
assure you they're not. 10A leads get a 10A fuse, 5A leads get a 5A fuse
etc. Hardly a challenge.


Rather silly given the average person won't have a clue how much current
things take. And if, say, a 5 amp fuse blew would likely fit a 13 amp one.

Safer to make them all 13 amp. Much as has happened with all leads these
days.

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