Tag: 2 Gang

PowerBreaker 13 amp 2 Gang Metal Clad RCD Socket

The PowerBreaker 13 amp 2 Gang Metal Clad RCD Socket (model number H22MPAPN-C) is a 2 gang metal clad, unswitched socket with passive residual current device and neon.

With a rounded faceplate, the socket is grey with white inserts and can either be flush mounted or surface mounted if used with the included back box.

On the front of the socket is a test button allowing the RCD function to be checked, as well as an indicator which lights red when the socket is operational, and black when the socket is either off or has tripped.

The PowerBreaker logo is displayed in the top-left corner of the faceplate.

The terminals can accept up to 6 mm2 cable.

Hager Sollysta 2 Gang Socket with USB

The Hager Sollysta 2 Gang Socket with USB (model number *SS82-USBCC) is a double pole socket and features two USB-C ports with a current rating of 3 amps an output power of 27 watts which is shared.

The square terminals can accept 3 x 2.5 mm², 3 x 4 mm², and 2 x 6 mm² cables, with two earth terminals provided and joined by a connecting bar and providing earth to the metalwork.

The socket has a width of 146 mm and height of 86 mm, while the depth is 31.5 mm requiring a minimum back box depth of 25 mm.

Variants

A number of variants exist including a flat socket (WFSS82-USBCC) with a 10 mm spacer (model number WMUSBS) for use with a 25 mm back box, however when used without a 35 mm back box is required.

MK Logic Dimmer Switch

The MK Logic Dimmer Switch (1501WHI) is a dual switch that is part of the Logic range, which has a single fixed load switch on the left, and a variable load combination switch and rotator on the right. It also features an in-built fuse carrier intended to take a three amp fuse located on the bottom edge of the accessory.

The fixed load portion of the switch is two-way with connections for L1 and L2.

A maximum load of 400 watts is specified at 240 volts, while the packaging suggests a minimum load of 60 watts.

Crabtree Capital Double Socket with USB

The Crabtree Capital Double Socket with USB (model number 4306/USB/D) offers two USB-A sockets capable of providing a shared 2.1 amps for a total of 10.5 watts power output. It being a variant of the Crabtree Capital Double Socket, most other features remain the same unless stated below.

Of note, the USB sockets are slightly recessed which may pose problems when attempting to use with some cables or devices, depending on plug thickness.

The minimum required back box depth is 35mm.

Crabtree Capital Double Socket

The Crabtree Capital Double Socket (model number 4306) is a raised two-gang socket which features rectangle switches located in the centre of the faceplate. The switches have ‘- ON -‘ visible when in the on position.

Each of the terminal screws are accessible when looking down on the faceplate.

On the rear are live and neutral terminals, alongside two earth terminals which are joined by a large aluminium bar which providing earthing to the fixing screws as well. The rear of the socket is joined to the faceplate with four screws. Different revisions of this socket exist with round and square terminals, as well as varying of the terminal position. The terminals are capable of accepting 3 x 2.5mm² or 2 x 4mm² cables.

The minimum required back box depth is 25mm.

Variants

There are two variants of this specific socket – a single-pole (model number 4306/S) and double-pole (model number 4306/D) with the single-pole variety usually being slightly cheaper. Other variants also exist including the inclusion of USB sockets, neon indicators (model number 4306/3D), and outboard rocker switches (model number 4307) amongst others.