Hi all,
We have lots of 230V sockets on Milady, but hardly use them, but only 2 12V sockets (of the cigar lighter variety), which we do use...
Those cigar lighter sockets are, IMHO, only just fit for purpose: the slightest pull on the cord disengages them; and one of the two has just failed (erosion of the centre terminal).
Is there any alternative type of plug/socket that is electrically safe for over 10A, but much more mechanically robust? I'd think of the old round-pin 15Amp plugs, but they are relatively huge; the 2Amp round-pin standard is a better size, but I assume those are called "2Amp" for a reason! I recall from my disco days other types of connector but would prefer something that would pass BSS inspection.
Help...
Roger