32A Jumpers

[Biffa2003]

Hi.

Could someone advise me as to the legality of making and using (in a commercial enviroment) C-form Jumpers that plug into a 16A supply and have a 32A socket on the other end?
I'm thinking of applications such as PAT testing cables and small items that terminate in 32A connections.

Thanks


Biffa

 

[Lectrician]

If it is only for pat testing - no probs at all.

If it is for pluggin a 32amp load into a 16amp outlet - it is not a good idea. The 16amp outlet should be protected against overload, but still not a good idea - this is why they have different sizes.