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A 5amp socket question

[Deleted User] · 2019-11-26 08:22:40

SafeElectic Dec 2016 ET101 requires that 5A Socket-outlets intended for the connection of standard lamps or table lamps need to be controlled by a switch (usually by the door), and RCD protected. We have come across 5A sockets protected by 10A MCB’s and unfused plug tops being used by the customer. Please ensure if you do…

26-11-2019 8:22am

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SafeElectic Dec 2016

ET101 requires that 5A Socket-outlets intended for the
connection of standard lamps or table lamps need to be
controlled by a switch (usually by the door), and RCD
protected.
We have come across 5A sockets protected by 10A
MCB’s and unfused plug tops being used by the
customer. Please ensure if you do install 5A sockets
that you advise the customer to use fused plug tops.
Most table lamps require 3A protection.

Has anyone seen a fused 5amp plug top?
I googled it and asked in one wholesalers and they said no.

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