Plug top fuses are used to protect against overload and overcurrent in home appliances. The plug top fuses are available in a variety of amp ratings from 2 to 13 amps.
What rating should a plug be?
A 3 amp or 13 amp fuse is standard on most UK connectors. 3 amp fuses are used in a variety of low-power household items and instruments, including as lamps, televisions, and drills. Washing machines, kettles, and toasters, on the other hand, typically require a 13 amp fuse.
Which fuse do I use in my appliances?
Most residential appliances in the UK can be used with a pre-fitted molded plug. The plugs have either a 3 amp or a 13 amp rated fuse. The plug, along with the appliance's fuse, provides the bare minimum of safety for your equipment/appliance. A faulty fuse, on the other hand, will keep blowing if it is rated wrongly or will fail to safeguard your equipment from melting if it is rated too high.
