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Causes of Sparking When Inserting Plugs into 230V Wall or Extension Sockets

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  • #1 8570544
    piokrza
    Level 27  
    Hello. What causes sparks when you insert plugs of various equipment (electronics, chargers, vacuum cleaner or TV cables) into wall sockets or extension sockets? I'm asking because it happens to me often and I wonder what's wrong. Thanks for your reply.
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  • #2 8570562
    Duduś74
    Moderator of HydePark  
    Replace wall sockets and extension cords.
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  • #3 8570623
    piokrza
    Level 27  
    Could you recommend me a specific and proven brand of wall sockets? Of course, PM me so as not to advertise :)
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  • #4 8570653
    Mariusz Raczek
    Level 28  
    If there is voltage and current flows, it will spark and there is nothing you can do about it, even if you replace everything. This is the beauty of this phenomenon called electricity...
    Regards
  • #5 8570757
    bestler
    Admin of DIY, Automation  
    Provided that it sparks only when turned on (touch) and not throughout the device's operation.
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  • #6 8571473
    bestboy21
    Level 40  
    Connect the radio (ordinary) to a 230V socket and move the plug, if there is a crackling sound in the speakers, the contacts will be in the socket, if there is silence, it just seems to you when you insert the plugs.
  • #7 8572001
    Anonymous
    Anonymous  
  • #8 8572982
    gts1991
    User under supervision  
    Unless the socket is old and burnt out, it needs to be replaced urgently :)
  • #9 8573429
    Łukasz-O
    Admin of electroenergetics  
    Enough. I'm closing the topic.
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Sparking when inserting plugs into 230V wall or extension sockets can occur due to several factors. It is a common phenomenon when voltage and current are present, leading to sparks upon contact. Users are advised to replace old or damaged sockets and extension cords to mitigate this issue. The sparking may also be influenced by the presence of anti-interference filters in devices, which can cause crackling sounds when plugs are inserted. If the sparking is only noticeable during insertion and not during operation, it may not indicate a serious problem. However, persistent sparking could suggest that the socket is burnt out and requires urgent replacement.
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