Wing reflector plug has round earth pin

[Xanode]

I just received a new wing reflector for a Fluorescent Lamp and the plug that goes into the wall socket has our normal slanted top pins but the 3rd earth pin is round.

 

 

Like this:

 

 

 

http://i00.i.aliimg.com/photo/v1/60052243840/Australia_power_cord_with_round_earth_pin.jpg_220x220.jpg

 

it has 10A 240v written on it.

 

I assume i need an adaptor.

 

Would a universal to australian plug adaptor like this pictured be the correct choice?

 

http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/d/l225/m/mb-8PAXp4K8Z75xi8YLe_eg.jpg

Much thanks for any help.

[MediKat]

i'd cut and fit a new Aussie end on there, just as if i wanted to shorten or make a custom length lead. They you have posted look wrong, but it may be just my eyes.

Edited August 13, 2015 by Katton

[spider_b]

isnt that the end that plugs into the Ballast

 

 

don't cut until you check

[Ford Fairlane]

I use a plug adapter like you have linked

[Xanode]

isnt that the end that plugs into the Ballast

 

 

don't cut until you check

Its a reflector i purchased as a kit with a 150w CFL bulb and yo yo's and is supposed to go straight into the wall. I just contacted the hydro store from where i bought it and they said i need an adaptor... no mention of that on their site and now they tell me, no biggie i guess.

Edited August 13, 2015 by Xanode

[Ford Fairlane]

What store? Imo they should provide the correct reflector for the bulb

[Stanley.Beamish.]

 

That's the right adaptor, I use the same one.................

[Xanode]

Awesome, thanks for everyones help, just wanted to make sure i wasn't going to blow myself up...

[merl1n]

Hey SB,

I would have agreed with you. Where is the ballast??

BUT

When I re read the initial post Xanode states "...received a new wing reflector for a Fluorescent Lamp..." The ballast for those fluros is now all contained in the bulb base. Now if it were a HID light, that is HPS or MH, I would totally agree with you.

 

Hey Xanode,

Did you obtain the bulb and fitting online? Personally if I had purchased it in store I would expect it to be Australian compliant and not be needing an adapter.

 

Merl1n

Edited August 15, 2015 by merl1n

[Stanley.Beamish.]

 

Hi Merl1n.

 

The Reflector for 80W CFL's  (=250W incandescent :At least mine is ) comes with that round pin for whatever reason?

 

 Purchased mine from the local "Grow shop" here in Aus and had to purchase the adaptor at the same time.

 

I also queried the round earth pin, possibly thinking I had picked up the wrong shade and was informed by the guy that it was perfectly normal.

 

Assuming that these are generic Chinese Shades made for Europe/USA etc. with this fitting attached did seem odd.