Aberystwyth University - Health, Safety & Environment : Socket Calculator We use cookies on our website. To learn more about the cookies we use, please see our cookie policy. You can manage cookies via your browser settings. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Accept and Close. Skip navigation & go straight to the main content. Toggle menu Coronavirus - advice and latest information Why Aber? Location Student Life Awards & Accolades Study with Us Course Search Undergraduate Online Resources Hub Postgraduate Open Days Scholarships & Funding Prospectus Accommodation Global Opportunities Online & Distance Learning Lifelong Learning Virtual Tour Current Students International How to Apply Your Country Fees & Scholarships Your English Visa Support & Advice Service Research Aberystwyth Research Portal Find an expert Research Support Working with Us News Alumni Alumni Services Support Aber Update your Details Old Students' Association About Us Faculties Departments Coleg Cymraeg Cenedlaethol Information for Staff Maps & Travel Jobs Contact Us Toggle Search Search coursesGo Search the siteGoClose Cymraeg Home Health, Safety & Environment Procedures & Practices Electricity Socket Calculator Socket Overload Calculator Most people make use of extension leads in their homes and in their places of work to increase the number of appliances which can be plugged into each socket. However, users should be wary that while there may be space to plug in multiple appliances, it may not be safe to do so. Different electrical appliances place different power demands on the power circuit, and as such, it may not always be safe to plug, for example, four appliances into a 4-way bar adaptor. You should never overload an extension lead with appliances which will together exceed the maximum current rating for the extension lead. This can lead to the plug overheating, and potentially lead to a fire. A typical extension lead is rated at 13 A, however some can be at 10 A or less. The rating for each extension lead should be marked on the back or underside of each extension lead. Use the calculator below, which has been developed by Electrical Safety First, to view the effect on the current load by plugging in some typical household appliances. The calculator also provides some useful tips on how to avoid overloading your sockets. The Socket Calculator is currently unavailable. The Socket Calculator has been brought to you by Electrical Safety First. For more safety information visit http://www.electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk Emergency Actions Policy Procedures & Practices Institute and Dept Handbooks Summary Asbestos COSHH DSEAR Display Screen Equipment and Upper Limb Issues Electricity Portable Appliance Testing Socket Calculator Fieldwork Food and Drink Fire Safety First Aid Incident Reporting Lone Working Manual Handling Personal protective equipment (PPE) at work Placement of Students Risk Assessment Safety of New or Expectant Mothers Stress Management Transport and Travel Working at Height Vehicle/Equipment Daily Inspection Sheets Alcohol Information Prevent Work Experience Remote Working Travel Waste Management and Recycling Training Latest News Monthly Message Environment Data Protection Sustainability Documents About Us Study with us International Research News Alumni About Us Student Staff Jobs Departments Contact T: +44 (0)1970 623111 Aberystwyth University, Reception, Penglais, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3FL Send us a message Facebook YouTube Twitter Instagram flicker Snapchat Soundcloud Social Media Wall Maps & Travel ^ Back to top Cookie Policy Site Map Accessibility Terms & Conditions Web Site Feedback Modern Slavery Statement ©2021 Aberystwyth University. Registered charity: No 1145141 Staff Login?
