Which fuse for a convector heater?

Edinburghlass_2

Fuse keeps blowing in the convector heater, which fuse should I be using?

Nile

Edinburghlass wrote:

Fuse keeps blowing in the convector heater, which fuse should I be using?

Hello Edinburghlass

To calculate the correct fuse rating of an appliance and the amount of current being drawn, the following equation should be used

A = W/V

Which means look at the Wattage (shown on the rating plate) attached to the appliance. Divide the Voltage into the Wattage........gives you the current being drawn and indicates the correct fuse to be used.

I would think that your heater will require a 13amp fuse, but do check.;)

Regards

Nile

Edinburghlass_2

Browntoa has given me the answer, thanks

Browntoa

13 amp

Fuse
Power Range (Watts)
3 Amp
Up to 700 Watts
13 Amp
700 to 3000 Watts

TonyB

Hi, not a technical point other than to say that if fuses " keep blowing " then I would seriously think there is a fault with the heater & get it checked!!!!

TonyB

YorkshireBoy

Browntoa wrote:

Fuse
Power Range (Watts)
3 Amp
Up to 700 Watts
13 Amp
700 to 3000 Watts

Plug top fuses are also available in the following sizes...

1A (eg for bedside lamps)
2A
5A (eg PC monitor)
10A (2KW convector heater, small kettle)