Description
Overview:
This 5 Amp BS1362 Domestic Mains Plug Fuse is a ceramic, sand‐filled cartridge designed to safeguard UK plug‐connected equipment from overcurrent and short‐circuit faults. The robust ceramic body with metal end caps offers stable, high‐rupture performance suited to everyday use on UK 230 V AC mains. Made to the standard plug‐top format, it fits the common 1 in x 1/4 in (25.4 mm x 6.3 mm) cartridge size used in three‐pin UK plugs. Typical uses include household appliances, chargers, extension leads, and portable equipment such as power tools and garden machinery. Sold individually, it's ideal for routine maintenance or quick replacements in the workshop, on site, or at home. Always replace like‐for‐like with the correct rating specified for the appliance.
Key Features:
- Complies with British Standard BS1362 for consistent, proven protection
- Rated at 5 A for appropriate overcurrent protection in low‐to‐moderate load appliances
- Ceramic, sand‐filled construction for reliable high‐rupture capability and heat resistance
- Standard cartridge size 1 in x 1/4 in (25.4 mm x 6.3 mm) for UK plug tops
- Clear rating marking for easy identification during maintenance
- Straightforward to fit when replacing a blown fuse in a UK plug
- Suitable for 230 V AC UK mains plug applications in home, trade, and light commercial settings
- Durable design to withstand routine handling and typical plug temperatures
- Sold individually to match exact replacement needs and reduce waste
Typical Applications:
Replacing plug‐top fuses in UK three‐pin plugs on items such as drills, sanders, hedge trimmers, lawnmowers, chargers, lamps, small kitchen appliances, audio‐visual equipment, and IT peripherals with a 5 A requirement. Useful for servicing extension leads and fused connection plugs where a 5 A fuse is specified. Suitable for both DIY users and tradespeople carrying out safe electrical maintenance.
Also known as:
5A plug top fuse, BS 1362 cartridge fuse, domestic plug cartridge, household mains plug fuse, 5 amp HRC plug fuse, UK plug fuse 5A, mains plug safety fuse, 5A appliance plug fuse.
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 200 085 |
|---|---|
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Key Features | - Complies with British Standard BS1362 for proven protection - Rated at 5 A for low-to-moderate load appliances - Ceramic, sand-filled for high-rupture capability - Standard 1 in x 1/4 in size for UK plugs - Suitable for 230 V AC UK mains applications |
