Most of them have a 13a fuse but most aplications need a 3a fuse. If a 13a fuse is in the plug a fire could result. You would only need to change the fuse for a few uses like electric fires etc. Check your computer now - bet it has a 13a fuse when it needs 3a. When will it catch fire and maybe burn your house down
Should 13a plugs only be sold with a 3a fuse?
I'd imagine that 99% of computers have got the correct fuse fitted as they come that way from the factory. The muppet that said a ELCB in the consumer unit renders the plug-top fuse redundant is talking out of their hat - ignore them.
Who buys plugs these days anyway? - Everything comes with one fitted.
Should 13a plugs only be sold with a 3a fuse?
My evil plan to cause fires all over the globe has been uncovered.. dammmmmmmmmmmm!
Come on how often has a house burned down because of a 13 amp fuse? I am sure it has occassionaly happened but exceedingly rarely and you neglect to mention electric fans, and any other items with a motor. Most houses in the UK should now have a main board with an earth leakage device which makes fuses basically obsolete anyway.
you can buy 13 amp plugs with a 3 amp fuse and 5amp fuse, if your electrical device is shipped out with a 13amp 5amp or a 3amp then one would assume it's the correct rating, the problem is usually when the fuse needs replacing and some ppl just put in any old fuse.
Many new electrical appliances come with a plug with the correct fuse.
Otherwise, it is good to check to be on the safe side.
You should also check the fuse for socket gang (I have a 6 socket anti-surge with a13 A fuse which is normal for 6 way socke gang).
a plug top fuse is determined by the appliance wattage size to work out the size of fuse you need divide the voltage into the wattage this will give you your running amps ie: a two kilowatt (2000w) heater in a standard house in the uk the voltage will be 230 volts 2000 divided by 230 equals 8.6 amps the fuse required would be the nearest above amperes 10a so the answer to your question should really be no it depends on what application it will be used for
Mine has no fuse at all, but there are no fuses in plugs here in Spain, for anything.
13A plugs should be sold with a fuse of 13A or if maked as fitted with lowe with the rating shown! a 3a fuse for a 3kw kewttel will blow immediately. however if the plug is sold fitted to an appliance it should be fitted and marked by the manufacturer with the most suitable fuse eg 1 or 3a for a light and yes 13A for a computer as they often power peripherals (the internal PSU has its own fuse)
