r/DIYUK • u/blablacar91 • 1d ago

Uk plug high amp

Hi, been looking for a plug with higher amp than 13a (had 2 burnt already), ive made myself an extension for a tumble dryer. I cant seem to find anywhere with above 20 amp plug and socket, any idea? Thanks

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u/Prestigious-Breath-1 1d ago

Is this an Industrial tumble drier? 3000w at 240v shouldn't be any more than 12.5a. If this is a domestic tumble drier there's a possibility there's something wrong with it as they shouldn't really exceed 3kw

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u/blablacar91 1d ago

Its a domestic one. Had it for about a year, in this time has burnt one extension that i have brought it from screwfix, one made by me with heavy duty parts and solid leads, and burnt the socket where the extension is plugged in

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u/Ill-Ad-2122 Tradesman 1d ago

Tumble driers burn extension leads for fun, you should really plug it directly into a socket.