Can you plug a 3 pin plug into a shaver socket?
Many faceplates for sockets in bathrooms will say ‘shavers only’. UK building regulations mean you cannot fit a regular 3 pin mains power socket in a bathroom, even the ‘shaver socket’ has to be a safe distance away from the bath or shower.
Can I use shaver socket to charge toothbrush?
In short, yes it will work but the socket may eventually fail. Not just toothbrushes which often take 24 hours to charge or are designed to be permanently trickle charging but rechargeable shavers too.
What can I plug into a shaver socket UK?
The UK and some others use a “Euro style” two-round-prong plug, while many other countries use the American flat-prong plug or their local style. Regardless of the plug or socket used, these “shavers only” sockets share another common feature: They severely restrict power output using a fuse or modern GFCI device.
Why are UK shaver sockets dual voltage?
In the UK, you can often find two-pronged sockets in bathrooms; the idea of these is that they offer a lower voltage than standard three-pronged sockets, so are safer to use for charging lower-powered devices.
Why do bathroom plugs say shavers only?
Usually, outlets that read “Shavers Only” means that there is not much electricity running to that outlet – enough for a shaver, and to recharge stuff, but usually anything drawing more electricity will cause the breaker to fail/blow as they are usually running low amps/watts.
Are 2 pin plugs legal in UK?
The freezer is 220-240 Volt and 50 Hertz, so it is suitable for use in the U.K. However, the appliance was made in Italy and the plug is a 2 pin European type.
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Can I use a hairdryer in a shaver socket?
Extremely big NO. Your shaver socket is likely to be rated at 1 amp or less. If you are foolish enough to do what you have suggested, you will blow the fuse if there is one or blow the transformer.
Can I install a shaver socket in my bathroom?
Low voltage shaver sockets should only be used in a bathroom. In accordance with the updated 17th edition of the IEE Wiring Regulations, it is safe to install electric shaver sockets in your bathroom providing the socket is 110v and installed in zone 2 or beyond.
What voltage is a shaver socket?
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| Specification | |
|---|---|
| Power Voltage Supply | 240 V |
| Product Type | Shaver Socket |
| Screwed/Screwless | Screwed |
| Switches & Sockets Finish | Plastic |
Can you use both shaver sockets at the same time?
There is no need to charge two at the same time. Charge one first then the other. Since shavers only need charging every couple of weeks or so there is ample time to charge not only two but many more over two weeks.
Should a shaver socket buzz?
Yep, this is common, all transformers hum a bit as said, and the stud wall acts like a soundboard amplifying the hum. If you just use it for mains operated shavers it could be re-wired to the switched feed to the lights, but thats no good for rechargeble stuff.
