UL Power Plug Pins With holes (HS-BS-02)
Model NO.: HS-BS-02
Standard: European Standard, American Standard, Chinese Standard, British Standard, Germany Standard, South African Standard, Italian Standard, Swiss Standard, CCC
Function: AC Plug, Charger Plug, DC Plug, Audio Plug, USB Plug, Phone Plug, Video Plug, Headphone Plug
Shape: Square
Certification: SGS
Export Markets: Global
Additional Info
Trademark: HS
Packing: Polybag+Export Carton
Standard: UK
Origin: China
Production Capacity: 50, 0000 PCS/Month
British standard plugs, also known as BS 1363 plugs, are distinct in appearance and design, with features that ensure safety and compatibility in the UK electrical system.
1. Physical Structure
- Pin Configuration: They have three rectangular pins. The top - middle pin is the earth pin, which is longer and thicker than the other two. This extra length ensures that the earth connection is made first when the plug is inserted into a socket, providing a safety measure. The two lower pins are for live and neutral, and they are parallel to each other.
- Overall Shape: The plug body is typically rectangular, with a robust and well - defined casing. It is designed to fit snugly into British standard sockets, which are also rectangular and have corresponding slots for the pins.
- Fuse Holder: One of the notable features is the built - in fuse holder. Usually, it is located near the pins. The fuse is an essential safety component. It is designed to break the electrical circuit when there is an excessive current flow, preventing overheating, electrical fires, and damage to electrical appliances. Fuses in British standard plugs commonly come in ratings such as 3A, 5A, and 13A, depending on the power requirements of the connected device.
2. Safety Features
- Insulation: The casing of the British standard plug is made of high - quality insulating materials, such as tough plastics. This insulation helps to prevent electrical shocks by keeping the live parts of the plug, like the pins and internal electrical connections, isolated from the user.
- Shutter Mechanism: Many modern British standard sockets have a shutter mechanism. The shutters cover the socket holes when no plug is inserted. When a properly designed British standard plug is inserted, the earth pin first depresses the shutters, allowing the live and neutral pins to enter the socket. This mechanism reduces the risk of accidental contact with live parts, especially for children or in situations where foreign objects might otherwise be inserted into the socket.
3. Compatibility
British standard plugs are specifically designed for use in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and some other countries and regions that follow the BS 1363 standard. They are not directly compatible with sockets in most other countries, which have different pin configurations and voltage standards. For example, in the United States, the plugs have two flat parallel pins (and sometimes a round earth pin), and the voltage is 120V, while in the UK, the standard voltage is 230V. Adaptors are needed when using British - standard - equipped devices in other countries and vice versa.
Micro machining |
Yes |
| Service |
Drawings or sample processing |
| Surface Finish |
Nickel plating |
| Precision processing |
turning, milling, drilling, grinding, wire-EDM cutting etc |
| Materials Available |
Brass |
| Thread |
DIN, ANSI, ISO, JIS ,GB Standard |
| QC (inspection everywhere ) |
Technicians self-check in production |
| MOQ |
1000pcs |
| Pakage |
PP bag,carton,or according customers' requirment |
| Payment |
T/T,50% as deposit,the balance need to be paid upon shipment. |
| Delivery |
5-7days for smaples ,10-25days for products |
| Shipment terms |
As per customized specifications |
| Description |
High-quality, rich manufacturing experience |
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