Originally Posted by
nonuffin
The one issue I have with hydra type mains junctions is that there is a 13amp fuse in the mains plug that connects with the incoming mains, yet each output usually needs a 5 amp fuse or less. If for example you have 6 outlets at 3amps draw each (18 amps in total), you have already exceeded the 13amp fuse's loading rating.
That means if any of the mains output leads develops a fault then current will continue to be drawn until the main 13amp fuse ruptures, which could result in a fire due to the heat being generated within the mains input lead.
If you use 13A cable throughout the hydra then a 13A fuse is all you need and meets requirements.
The fuse in the plug is to protect the cable, nothing else.
Using any hydra/multi-adaptor you need to check you are not exceeding the maximum current - so no connecting 6 x 3kW heaters to a 6 way hydra as it's going to blow the fuse but it won't cause a fire.
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