Pat test pass for items with USA plugs and cords

[Wilko]

220V is not on standard outlets in the USA

If brain recalls correctly, US 220V sockets are 3 pin, so I'm thinking this is a 110V plug and lead intended to be plugged into 110V socket and is attached to an appliance that tolerates 240V (or has an internal switch setting). None of which means it is an approved mains flex for UK or that the appliance is double insulated, but it could be both.

 

[KennyKen]

Surly would have to conform to British Standards. No fuse in plug. No Earth pin. NFPA 70 Standards - 120v Single phase - 240v - split phase mainly 15amp to 20amp outlets. Like another user has said definite use for 120v 10 amp applications. Dielectric tests?

 

[LeeH]

That lack of fuse would not concern me, but the issue with the cable is a very good point.

 

[westward10]

The cable "could" have a reinforced sheath.

 

[Wilko]

In the spirit of the original post ... if I was shown this adapter and lead I would not approve it (regardless of how it tested) unless it had docs substantiating CE or BS approvals. If I tested it and it seemed ok and I approved it I fear I would be acting as an unregistered type approval agency. I'll just put my tin hat on and await incoming

 

[LeeH]

CE is not a requirement I believe.

BOOM!