cers Posted December 31, 2009 Share Posted December 31, 2009 When I put a plug in the sockets in my room, quite a few sockets react with a "mini explosion" (a small noise and a small light). Is this an acceptable situation here in Thailand, maybe due too high humidity, or is this possibly a dangerous situation ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
powderpuff Posted December 31, 2009 Share Posted December 31, 2009 There are loose wires inside the socket. VERY typical. Get it seen to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cers Posted December 31, 2009 Author Share Posted December 31, 2009 There are loose wires inside the socket. VERY typical. Get it seen to. But it happens at different spots in my room, and also the mobile socket (don't know the correct word) reacts with a (very small) explosion, so that would be a lot of loose wires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nio Posted December 31, 2009 Share Posted December 31, 2009 There are loose wires inside the socket. VERY typical. Get it seen to. But it happens at different spots in my room, and also the mobile socket (don't know the correct word) reacts with a (very small) explosion, so that would be a lot of loose wires. It is unregulated 220 VAC what else would you expect and your place is probably not grounded, (no third ground pin), which is why that happens No dangers there, normal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cers Posted December 31, 2009 Author Share Posted December 31, 2009 There are loose wires inside the socket. VERY typical. Get it seen to. But it happens at different spots in my room, and also the mobile socket (don't know the correct word) reacts with a (very small) explosion, so that would be a lot of loose wires. It is unregulated 220 VAC what else would you expect and your place is probably not grounded, (no third ground pin), which is why that happens No dangers there, normal Thanks and glad to hear it's nothing dangerous. Still, I am curious to know why I've only encountered this situation here, in a place well maintained, and nowhere else in Thailand ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astral Posted December 31, 2009 Share Posted December 31, 2009 Make sure that whatever you are plugging in is "switched off" first. It is probably an arc as a heavy current load is connected to the bad quality sockets that are prevalent in Thailand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pib Posted December 31, 2009 Share Posted December 31, 2009 Make sure that whatever you are plugging in is "switched off" first.It is probably an arc as a heavy current load is connected to the bad quality sockets that are prevalent in Thailand. Would agree 1000% with your analysis since it's occurring on multiple sockets. As noted, ensure the item is turned off first so it don't draw any current. And if you are plugging in a laptop which is turned off don't be surprised if you still see a spark as the battery is still pulling current/charging through the laptop charger/battery pack even when the computer is turned off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonititan Posted December 31, 2009 Share Posted December 31, 2009 The same thing has happened to me at both of my last apartments! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cers Posted January 1, 2010 Author Share Posted January 1, 2010 Make sure that whatever you are plugging in is "switched off" first.It is probably an arc as a heavy current load is connected to the bad quality sockets that are prevalent in Thailand. Thanks, but what is an "arc" ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gennisis Posted January 1, 2010 Share Posted January 1, 2010 Make sure that whatever you are plugging in is "switched off" first.It is probably an arc as a heavy current load is connected to the bad quality sockets that are prevalent in Thailand. Thanks, but what is an "arc" ? Words fail me regarding this reply 'what is an arc'? So,I'll just say thats it the boat that Noah built !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gennisis Posted January 1, 2010 Share Posted January 1, 2010 Make sure that whatever you are plugging in is "switched off" first.It is probably an arc as a heavy current load is connected to the bad quality sockets that are prevalent in Thailand. Thanks, but what is an "arc" ? Words fail me regarding this reply 'what is an arc'? So,I'll just say thats it the boat that Noah built !! and was sailed by Joan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NHJ Posted January 1, 2010 Share Posted January 1, 2010 arc is a french word, we call this a "arc électrique" wich can be translated by electric longbow when two wires make a light. images are better than words http://www.onlineradio.fr/wp-content/uploa...07/arc-elec.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longball53098 Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 Make sure that whatever you are plugging in is "switched off" first.It is probably an arc as a heavy current load is connected to the bad quality sockets that are prevalent in Thailand. Thanks, but what is an "arc" ? Simple answer is electrical "sparking" between two or more wires or connections. Can happen if the plug is loose in the socket or a wire is loose under the terminating screw or so on. "arcing" or "sparking" is definitely not a good thing and can lead to a fire if left uncontrolled and not repaired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossy Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 True ^^^ LB Our OP is talking about that rather alarming 'splat' you get when plugging in certain devices, mainly those with switching power supplies and no on-off switch (laptop PSUs, some phone chargers etc.). Whilst more than somewhat disconcerting that splat, providing it just happens on plugging in, is not a hazard in itself. The best fix is to plug/unplug only with the power off, unfortunately, switched outlets (which are the norm in the UK) just don't seem to exist here. You can reduce the fear-factor by getting one of those power strips with individual switches for each outlet, and turning off before inserting or removing the plug. The splat still happens but it's now safely hidden inside the switch, additionally, the switch contacts and mechanism is designed to open and close rapidly, minimising the actual arcing that occurs. Of course, adding a power strip into the equation is a whole new realm of cheap and nasty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apetley Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 Make sure that whatever you are plugging in is "switched off" first.It is probably an arc as a heavy current load is connected to the bad quality sockets that are prevalent in Thailand. Thanks, but what is an "arc" ? Words fail me regarding this reply 'what is an arc'? So,I'll just say thats it the boat that Noah built !! Noah built an 'ark' It was made from wood so non conductive so wouldn't arc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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