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by jed10
Thu Oct 26, 2023 8:07 am
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Re: Plug and fuse for transformer

If you are talking about the fuse in a UK 13A plug then you will be fine with a 3A fuse. Check that the power supply has a CE mark on it which should imply that it's been manufactured to european standards. Most importantly check that it is labelled suitable for 230v or 240v. Inspect it to make sure...
by Brian
Thu Oct 26, 2023 2:25 pm
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Re: Plug and fuse for transformer

I am a qualified PAT tester and test many items. I would advise you to fit a plug and then have the controller PAT tested. Or ask your PAT tester to fit a plug before testing the unit. Your Lima controller is Double Insulated - noted by the square inside a square on the label and the wording Class I...
by jed10
Thu Oct 26, 2023 2:44 pm
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Re: Plug and fuse for transformer

Thank you. No CE mark, it's possibly too old for that, but conforms to BS4435 and states it has an automatic cutout. I'll try a 3 amp fuse and see if we can test the voltage on the output to make sure it's correct. That all sounds fine. BS4435 means that it was made prior to 1990 so it's remarkable...