6A 2 pin plug top, HEAVY 3 parts build — white polycarbonate rewireable plug with round split pins, for two-pin sockets and double-insulated appliances.
- 6A two-pin plug top for 6A two-pin sockets.
- HEAVY 3 parts build, as named — sturdier than the ECO two-pin top.
- White polycarbonate body with a ribbed grip.
- Two round split pins.
- Centre screw holds the body together and opens it for rewiring.
- Cord entry at the top of the plug.
- For double-insulated items with no earth wire, such as chargers, table lamps and radios.
A 2 pin plug top is the plug for appliances that come with a two-core cord and need no earth — phone and laptop chargers, table lamps, radios, small adaptors and decorative lights. This HEAVY version has a sturdier 3 parts white polycarbonate body than the economy ECO two-pin top.
It is rewireable: a centre screw opens the body, so it can be fitted to a new cord or used to replace a cracked plug. For appliances with an earth wire or a metal body, use a 3 pin plug top instead.
Where to use it
- Chargers, table lamps, radios and small adaptors.
- Decorative and festival lighting strings with two-core cords.
- Replacing cracked or loose two-pin plugs.
How to install
- Unplug the appliance and cut back any damaged cord.
- Open the plug with the centre screw and connect one core of the cord to each pin terminal.
- Make sure the outer sheath of the cord goes inside the plug and no bare copper shows, then close it and tighten the screws.
Fit a plug only with the appliance unplugged; if you are not sure how, ask an electrician. For 230 V AC mains only — not for DC (solar or battery) circuits.
Frequently asked questions
- 2 pin or 3 pin plug — which do I need?
- Use a 2 pin plug only for items with a two-core cord and no earth wire. Anything with a metal body or an earth wire — iron, kettle, heater, washing machine or fridge — needs a 3 pin plug.
- HEAVY or ECO 2 pin top — what is the difference?
- Both are 6A two-pin plugs. The HEAVY top has a sturdier 3 parts white body; the ECO top is the economy version in a translucent coloured body.
- Can I use it for an iron or a heater?
- No. Irons and heaters have metal parts and draw heavy current, so they need an earthed 3 pin plug of the right rating — usually 16A for heaters.
- How do I wire a 2 pin plug?
- Unplug first, open the plug, connect one core to each pin terminal, keep the outer sheath inside the plug so no bare copper shows, then close it firmly.
- Why does a plug top get hot?
- Usually a loose terminal screw, a worn socket or a load too big for the plug. Switch off, check the connections and the socket, and use a 16A plug and socket for heavy loads.
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