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Re:Major breakthrough on nuclear fusion energy by baq on Thursday February 10, 2022 @06:44AM (#30284893)
these are 3-phase stoves, they require a certified electrician to install, because they don't have plugs and there's no wall socket - just a place into which you can easily connect cables.
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Re:Major breakthrough on nuclear fusion energy by orra on Thursday February 10, 2022 @07:13AM (#30285086)
That makes sense. In the UK you can buy induction hobs that plug into sockets, but they are limited to a measly 3.7kW or there abouts. A nicer 32A induction hob needs hardwired (single phase).

You can have upgrade your domestic supply to three phrase, but AFAICT it's uncommon. Perhaps with electric cars and induction hobs replacing natural gas and petrol, it will become more common.

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