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Hi guys,

Thanks for taking the time to read my question.

So I have a couple hair straighteners from Germany I want to convert, both of which have CEE 7/16 Europlugs.

From my understanding, these Europlugs are used for low-mid level appliances and only support currents up to 2.5 amps. In terms of selecting the best amperage on the fuse inside the converter (in particular I'm eyeing up the Power Connections ECP 5 amp) what would be best, 3 amp, 5 amp or higher? I imagine as they usually run on less than or equal to 2.5 amps there should be no real benefit of going much higher than 3-5 amps on the fuse? Also the converters support up about 500 watts and I think straighteners use roughly half of that so there should be no problem there right?

I know the straighteners wired with UK plugs use a 13 amp fuse, but I'm guessing there's no point using the same amperage as that in the converter?

Sorry I'm a bit of a self-taught novice at all this, I would love some input to know what's right
 
why not cut the plugs off and fit BS1363 plugs with 3A/5A fuses?
 
I travel a lot and the ECP means I can easily revert back to europlug if needs be, but thanks for the suggestion.
 
Agree with tel. No worries about contact resistance etc. Specially with cheaply made adaptors. Daz
 
Agree with tel. No worries about contact resistance etc. Specially with cheaply made adaptors. Daz


As mentioned (post pending approval) I would much rather prefer to use a converter as I travel regularly and gives more flexibility. Any input regarding the original question would be appreciated
 
the fuse is there to protect the appliance flex. so 3A would be fine up to 750watts. look at the wattage on the appliance. 1000watts is 4.5A so a 5A would be my choice
 

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