FUSE RATINGS IN PLUG TOPS

3, 5, 13 amp fuses

All electrical items in the home should have a plug top fitted with the appropriate fuse rating, the load (amps) of electrical equipment and appliances can be calculated thus :- WATTS ÷ VOLTS = AMPS 1 KILOWATT = 1000 WATTS                  VOLTS = 240v So if you have a 240 volt heater rated at 3 KW (3000 watts) it will have a load of 12·5 amps, therefore it requires a fuse rated at 13 amps. Fuses rated at 3, 5 and 13 amps are easily purchased from most DIY stores, fuses rated at 2 and 10 amp are more difficult to purchase unless you go to an electrical … [Read more...]

WHICH TOOL DO I BUY – DEWALT – BOSCH – MAKITA?

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Fortunately tools for DIY projects have become more affordable and there is a wide range available, when you purchase tools for a DIY project you obviously have to consider your budget but in my experience you "only get what you pay for", that said you can get some very good deals when the sales are on and keep a lookout for promotional days at tool shops, I recently picked up an 18volt battery drill, a very good quality laser level, battery handlamp and 1hr charger including a protective carry case all made by Dewalt for £240, and considering the laser level bought separately would have cost … [Read more...]