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Can you change a 13 amp fuse for a 15 amp?
I have never seen a 13 amp rated plug, it is not defined in the National Electric Code, are you sure this is what you have?However, the NEC does allow both 15 and 20 amp receptacles that are being fed from a 20 amp circuit breaker.AnswerA fused 13-A plug is the standard electrical plug used in the UK, Ireland, and many other parts of the world that use 230/240 V supplies. It is incompatible with the now-obsolete, 15-A plug (except in theatrical lighting setups) which uses a different pin shape and is unfused.
How many 500 watt flood lights can you put on a 13 amp plug?
I have never heard of a 13 amp plug. However, each flood light would draw about 4 amps since you calculate amps by watts / volts. You just add amps to determine total load.
Can 6 unit of 6 volt bulb fit a 13 amp plug?
No, a 13 amp plug is designed for higher power devices like appliances and electronics. A 6 unit of 6 volt bulb typically requires much less power and would be better suited for a lower amp plug or a transformer.
Can a 3200 watt oven fit a 13 amp plug?
It depends, the current draw is as follows:120VAC - 27A208VAC - 15A240VAC - 13ANo it would not, the appropriate plug would be:120VAC - 30A circuit, or 50A depending on if it will have a high duty cycle.208VAC - 30A circuit, unlikely unless you have 3-phase power240VAC - 30A circuit, NEMA 14-30 if you have split phase power (ie: if in a home)AnswerAs the question refers to a '13-A' plug, then it's reasonable to assume that the questioner is referring to a British wiring system, in which a '13-A' fused plug is the name given to the standard 230-V plug used in a UK residence; the '13-A' refers to its rated current. Reference to the UK's Wiring Regulations will give a definitive answer.If you apply the equation for power (P =UI) the you will see that the maximum power that it can supply to a load is: P = 230 x 13 = 2990 WFrom this, it is apparent that a 3200-W load would be 'pushing it' and will likely operate the plug's fuse within a short period of time.
Why is there a fuse in a plug?
All UK-style 13-A plugs are fitted with a fuse for the purpose of overcurrent protection. The fuse rating must be appropriate for the load supplied by the plug, up to a maximum of 13 A.
What is the casing on a 13 amp plug made of?
They are usually made of a plastic called urea-formaldehyde.
What is 13 amp plug?
It's the standard Type 'G' 3-pin plug used in the UK for electrical equipment and appliances. It should always contain a cartridge fuse of the right size to match the current or "amperage" drawn by the equipment/appliance it is supplying with power. Standard fuses to fit the plug are available in 13 amp, 5 amp, 3 amp and 1 amp sizes. For more information see the Related Link and the answer to the Related Question shown below.
Which electricity plug in Cyprus?
Cyprus uses the same 13 Amp, 3 pin plugs that are used in the UK.
Can you change a 13 amp fuse for a 15 amp?
I have never seen a 13 amp rated plug, it is not defined in the National Electric Code, are you sure this is what you have?However, the NEC does allow both 15 and 20 amp receptacles that are being fed from a 20 amp circuit breaker.AnswerA fused 13-A plug is the standard electrical plug used in the UK, Ireland, and many other parts of the world that use 230/240 V supplies. It is incompatible with the now-obsolete, 15-A plug (except in theatrical lighting setups) which uses a different pin shape and is unfused.
How many 500 watt flood lights can you put on a 13 amp plug?
I have never heard of a 13 amp plug. However, each flood light would draw about 4 amps since you calculate amps by watts / volts. You just add amps to determine total load.
Can a 13 amp power cord replace a 15 amp power cord?
Yes, but don't try to put 15 amps through it! You might need to change your plug too!
What would happen if you put a 13 amp fuse in your computer plug?
A 13 amp fuse that is in-line with a computer plug would stop the computer from ever using more than 13 amps, and would blow the fuse to do so. Before doing that, make certain that the wire and all other devices up to and including the computer power supply can adequately deal with 13 amps.
What plug is used in southern Ireland?
The standard domestic electricity supply in Ireland is 230 volt AC (frequency 50hz). The most common plug used is the 13 amp three-pin plug.
Can 6 unit of 6 volt bulb fit a 13 amp plug?
No, a 13 amp plug is designed for higher power devices like appliances and electronics. A 6 unit of 6 volt bulb typically requires much less power and would be better suited for a lower amp plug or a transformer.
Can a 1580 watt microwave be connected to a 15 amp circuit?
Yes, if the manufacturer installed a parallel blade 15 amp rating cap on the end of the cord then just plug it in. The circuit that you plug into should be a dedicated circuit (nothing else on the circuit) because the amperage will be 13 amps at 120 volts.
Can you replace a 3 amp fuse with a 13 amp fuse?
absolutely not
What is the difference between 3amp and 13amp fuse?
If the fuse thsat has blown is a 3 amp, you should only replace it with a 3 amp fuse, which is good for appliances up to 700 watts (In the UK, on 240 volts). Do not replace a 3 amp fuse with a 13 amp fuse, it gives much less protection. If you replace a 13 amp fuse with a 3 amp fuse, the 3 amp will likely blow, since the 13 amp fuse should be protecting a powerful appliance such as a heater, between 2000 watts and 3000 watts.
