"Tim" wrote in message .. .
On Thu, 02 Sep 2004 11:23:08 +0100, Dave Plowman (News) wrote:

You can buy plugs from a wholesaler - even some of the larger sheds. But
these sockets - and the wiring - are of a lower rating than the normal 13
amp type - either 2 or 5 amp.

There was a 15A version too. IIRC it was common practise to run the 5A and
15A on radial circuits and the 2A as arealy mentioned came off the
lighting circuits.

And even earlier than 3 pin round pin were the 2 pin 5A round pin
plugs. Have an old wooden 2 way adaptor where the metal sleeves come
so close to the surface you touch them without sticking a finger in
anywhere.

NT