copper slug

Mr C- You are right and wrong. The cost of copper is pretty high, compared to most other metals(scrap is fluctuating between $2 & $3 a pound, lately). Thus, grounding/earth rods are available in solid and plated versions: (http://www.krispettlonlightningprotection.com/catalog/grounding.php)

My apologies, in advance, for my cluelessness. Would you please tell me what are you planning to do with a copper "slug" and your power cord? Thanks, Happy Listening

Actually aren't most power conditioners loaded with lead?

Rodman99999, There are also galvanized grounding rods.

What for? to replace a fuse?
#2 or #3 should fit....check an AWG Wire chart.
For metric fuses? Again, check the chart.

Even scrap is getting expensive. Last year i replaced a faucted and got 11$ at a scrap yard for the one I took out.....Solid brass, Chrome plated.