Older UK sockets used to have a steel spring around the blades, brass is only springy to a certain extent, so the springs assist with getting the grip back to how it should be, you might find the springs on that 5 amp socket.
They don't build 'em like they used to :) I think the only springs I've found in sockets are the ones that ping off the shutter mech when you open it :)
Funny to see someone with a 4 ways extension adapter - I used to do that... It evolved... Now the 4 way UK power strip has a lead terminated in a C14 inline socket, because no matter where you are, you'll be able to find a local C13 "kettle" lead. I take a local C13 lead with me if I have one.
For me like you it's stick a decent Schuko on an multiway extension lead or if going the other way either put a UK plug on a Schuko extension or get one of the Power connections adaptors. Luckily when I do buy stuff from abroad it's usually the musical instrument retailer Thomann who either ship the correct Power connections adaptor or the correct IEC lead for free, and on that note my last order came with a couple of their own brand UK "kettle" leads (even the cable itself is branded Thomann) and imagine my shock when it turned out they use 1.5mm2 cable, for once a "kettle" lead more substantial enough for 10A. The extra thickness was easily noticeable.
I always leave a foot or so of cable sticking out the end of molded on connectors for ease of reuse as stubby cords (unless the connector is NFG of course). Another option is having a few IEC C14 to 'insert needed mains receptacle here' adapters and then all you need is the right C13 cable. Only problem is some adapters can be rubbish; one of mine got a bit toasty running at ~1.5kW (at 240V) whilst frying the Christmas turkey a few weeks back.
One of two, second video is rendering right now :) I've got other stuff that's half done (literally) that definitely won't be ready tonight. I might throw some cable reviews together though as I've got those in the can. They were going to be part of an "Amazon monthly mailbag" but I've had over 80 items through the Amazon Vine programme, so sod that! :D
Maybe they chose a high resistance to run the LED at a non-distracting current, and a 1K resistor to provide a minimum current to the supply. I'm tired of blue LEDs lighting up my entire bedroom...
I wish these kinds of devices would have a physical on/off switch for the USB charger, because once plugged in, the AC to DC circuit always draws power. They even have a term for it: Vampire Power.
Older UK sockets used to have a steel spring around the blades, brass is only springy to a certain extent, so the springs assist with getting the grip back to how it should be, you might find the springs on that 5 amp socket.
They don't build 'em like they used to :)
I think the only springs I've found in sockets are the ones that ping off the shutter mech when you open it :)
Funny to see someone with a 4 ways extension adapter - I used to do that...
It evolved... Now the 4 way UK power strip has a lead terminated in a C14 inline socket, because no matter where you are, you'll be able to find a local C13 "kettle" lead.
I take a local C13 lead with me if I have one.
I've rolled a few of those as well at work, to run equipment with 13A plugs from UPSes with IEC outlets.
For me like you it's stick a decent Schuko on an multiway extension lead or if going the other way either put a UK plug on a Schuko extension or get one of the Power connections adaptors.
Luckily when I do buy stuff from abroad it's usually the musical instrument retailer Thomann who either ship the correct Power connections adaptor or the correct IEC lead for free, and on that note my last order came with a couple of their own brand UK "kettle" leads (even the cable itself is branded Thomann) and imagine my shock when it turned out they use 1.5mm2 cable, for once a "kettle" lead more substantial enough for 10A. The extra thickness was easily noticeable.
I always leave a foot or so of cable sticking out the end of molded on connectors for ease of reuse as stubby cords (unless the connector is NFG of course).
Another option is having a few IEC C14 to 'insert needed mains receptacle here' adapters and then all you need is the right C13 cable. Only problem is some adapters can be rubbish; one of mine got a bit toasty running at ~1.5kW (at 240V) whilst frying the Christmas turkey a few weeks back.
Nice simple video Happy New Year 🙂
One of two, second video is rendering right now :)
I've got other stuff that's half done (literally) that definitely won't be ready tonight. I might throw some cable reviews together though as I've got those in the can. They were going to be part of an "Amazon monthly mailbag" but I've had over 80 items through the Amazon Vine programme, so sod that! :D
Maybe they chose a high resistance to run the LED at a non-distracting current, and a 1K resistor to provide a minimum current to the supply. I'm tired of blue LEDs lighting up my entire bedroom...
I wish these kinds of devices would have a physical on/off switch for the USB charger, because once plugged in, the AC to DC circuit always draws power. They even have a term for it: Vampire Power.
That's why I'm not a fan of wall sockets with built-in USB ports.
Why doesn't the rest of world go over to UK 3 pin plugs and sockets as we have the best electrical system in the world
_cough_ Polystyrene load center enclosures _cough_ Abominable IEC wiring color code _cough_