{"product_id":"mercury-13a-uk-mains-plug-black-rubber","title":"Mercury 13A UK Mains Plug - Black Rubber","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mercury 13A UK mains plug pairs a reinforced black rubber outer shell with a nylon internal base and a quick-fit cord grip designed for repeated connection and disconnection. The plug arrives with a pre-installed 13A fuse and is approved to BS1363, the UK standard for three-pin plugs rated up to 13A at 230V.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for tools, portable appliances and heavy-use applications where plugs are frequently moved or handled, the rubber housing absorbs impact better than rigid plastic shells and resists splitting when dropped. The quick-fit cord grip secures cable without requiring individual terminal screws to be loosened, speeding up re-wiring or cable replacement in workshop and maintenance environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe matt black finish keeps the plug visually unobtrusive in industrial, back-of-house and workshop settings. The combined rubber and polypropylene construction gives the plug sufficient mass and grip to stay seated in a wall socket under cable tension, while the rubber reduces slippage when unplugging by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat cable size does the cord grip accept?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe quick-fit cord grip is designed for standard UK 3-core mains cable between 5mm and 8mm outer diameter. This covers most appliance flex and heavy-duty workshop cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the fuse replaceable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The plug uses a standard UK 13A cartridge fuse which can be accessed by opening the plug cover. Replacement fuses are widely available from electrical and hardware retailers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes this more durable than a standard plug?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reinforced rubber outer shell absorbs impact when dropped and resists splitting better than rigid plastic housings. The nylon base and quick-fit cord grip reduce stress on internal connections during repeated handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for outdoor use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plug itself carries no IP rating and is not waterproof. It can be used outdoors when paired with a weatherproof socket or extension lead rated for outdoor use, but the plug should not be left exposed to rain or moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AVSL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45313429799179,"sku":"429.627UK","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/429627UK_LD1_8c16b6fa-da9c-4951-a025-6e6416c252c4.jpg?v=1715192821","url":"https:\/\/niori.co.uk\/products\/mercury-13a-uk-mains-plug-black-rubber","provider":"Niori","version":"1.0","type":"link"}