In article ws.net,
:::Jerry:::: wrote:
UK extension cords are supplied with the correct fuse fitted to the
plug to prevent any such nonsense.

But how many idiots then put the wrong rating of fuse in when they
try to use a 5amp extension to supply a 3Kw fire.

How many people would run a 3kW fire from an extension? But in any case,
the extension will be clearly marked with its maximum load. If an idiot
doesn't understand that then perhaps Darwin should apply?

That could not happen if the protection device was back at the board
and needed more than a dining table knife blade to open...

IMO radial circuits were far safer from abuse, although they were
more expencive to implement correctly, the ring circuit (as used in
the UK) is a 'one size fits all' solution that is wide open to abuse.

No it's not if the guidelines are followed. If it were 'open to abuse' it
would have been superseded.

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