Travel Plugs

About Travel Plugs

Travel plugs and adapters are essential accessories for tradespeople and professionals working on sites with different electrical configurations, or when travelling internationally with power tools and equipment. MyToolShed.co.uk stocks a range of travel adapters and conversion leads that enable you to safely connect your 240v UK equipment to various socket types, as well as convert industrial 16 amp connections to standard three-pin plugs for maximum versatility on site.

Whether you're an electrician working across European job sites, a contractor needing to adapt industrial site power for standard tools, or a tradesperson preparing for overseas work, the right travel plug or conversion lead ensures your equipment remains operational wherever the job takes you. From worldwide travel adapters to specialist fly leads, these products provide reliable power connectivity when standard sockets aren't available.

Applications

• Electricians and electrical contractors working on international projects or industrial sites
• Construction professionals requiring 16 amp to 240v three-pin socket conversion on building sites
• Maintenance engineers travelling between facilities with different electrical configurations
• Mobile tradespeople including plumbers, joiners and heating engineers working across multiple locations
• Event technicians and AV installers setting up equipment at various domestic and international venues
• Touring professionals needing reliable power connectivity for tools and equipment abroad
• Industrial workshops adapting between different power supply standards

Choosing The Right Travel Plugs

When selecting travel plugs and adapters from MyToolShed.co.uk, first identify your specific requirement: are you converting between industrial and domestic socket types, or adapting UK plugs for international use? For site work, fly leads that convert 16 amp industrial connections to standard 240v three-pin sockets are invaluable for powering conventional tools from generator or site supplies.

Check the voltage and current rating to ensure compatibility with your equipment. Most UK power tools run on 240v and draw significant current, so verify the adapter can handle the wattage of your most demanding tools. For international travel, consider a worldwide adapter that covers multiple countries rather than purchasing separate adapters for each destination. Always ensure products meet relevant BS or EN safety standards and look for established brands with proven reliability in trade environments.

Safety Information

Never overload travel adapters beyond their rated capacity, as this presents a serious fire risk. Always check that voltage ratings match between your equipment and the destination power supply – using 240v UK tools on lower voltage supplies can cause damage, whilst higher voltages pose safety hazards. Inspect adapters and fly leads regularly for damage to cables, pins or housings, and replace immediately if any defects are found. Ensure adapters are fully inserted into sockets and that connections are secure before use. Do not use travel adapters as permanent wiring solutions – they are designed for temporary power connectivity only.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a travel adapter for power tools?

Yes, but ensure the adapter is rated for the current draw of your tools. Most power tools require substantial current, so check both the wattage rating of your equipment and the maximum load capacity of the adapter. Industrial fly leads are specifically designed for higher loads than standard travel adapters.

What's the difference between a travel adapter and a voltage converter?

A travel adapter simply changes the plug configuration to fit different socket types but doesn't alter the voltage. A voltage converter transforms the electrical supply voltage. Most modern power tool chargers accept multiple voltages (check the rating plate), but motor-driven tools typically require matching voltage or a proper converter.

Are 16 amp to three-pin fly leads safe for all tools?

Fly leads converting 16 amp industrial sockets to standard 240v three-pin outlets are safe provided you don't exceed the 13 amp limit of the UK three-pin plug fuse. This suits most individual power tools, but high-draw equipment may require direct 16 amp connection.