In article , Andrew
Gabriel wrote:
I don't have a copy of BS1363, but I think manufacturers are
required to show their 13A plugs and sockets will run at 26A
for a hour without any problems,

When you look at American or Australian plugs with a fraction of the
metal in the pins I wouldn't expect any.

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