Outdoor Switches and Sockets

Accidents happen, but it is good not to provide the circumstances or the devices that cause electrical accidents, especially when it comes to the bathroom. Water is a good carrier for electricity, and in the bathroom there's plenty of water. You don't want these two to mix, or else there's the danger of electric shocks. When water and electricity mix, whether we touch electricity with our wet body of water just carries electricity and we touch it, the result can be deadly. In the bathroom, out of all the rooms in the house, there's the highest risk of electric shock. It is good to be very cautious when using electrical devices in the bathrooms. Suggestions for Bathroom Electrical Safety The sockets need to be at least 3 metres of more away from the water - if possible, no sockets in the bathroom, except the ones for shaver supply units or electrical toothbrush units). The location of the sockets matters! The shaver sockets/shaver points need to be located at a safe distance from the bath, the shower, or the source of water in the bathroom. Use appropriate IP-rated lights for the bathroom - see the IP rating chart and select the fittings that have a suitable IP rating for the respective zone. Keep Lights out of Reach of Water - it is preferable to use downlights or recessed lights, not hanging lights, and if possible, keep the light fittings away from the source and reach of water. Use a Pull Cord Switch - switching on / off with a wet hand can be dangerous, and the safest switch to use is the ceiling pull cord switch. Keep the Electric Heaters away from the Water - you may need an electrical heater in the bathroom to keep warm, but you need to ensure it is away from the bath and the shower. The Gas and Water Heaters need to be fixed and permanently wired unless they are powered by a socket fitted at least 3m away from the bath or the shower. Electric Showers - if you use an electric shower, it is recommended that it be supplied on its own circuit directly from the fusebox/consumer unit. No Hairdryers in the Bathroom - if possible it is recommended NOT to bring or use the hairdryer in the bathroom. Better safe than sorry - use the hairdryer in the bedroom if needed. DO NOT bring mains-powered portable electrical appliances in the bathroom (like radios, heaters, hairdryers, etc). There's a high risk of electric shock with any of them. Read more tips on Electrical Safety for home, the kitchen, RCD use, in the garden, child safety, and checking a plug. Do you know of any other tips of general interest along this line? How can we be safe in the bathroom, when it comes to using electricity? Write us a comment below.Switches and Sockets at Sparks

This article is a continuation of, The MK Masterseal Plus Outdoor Sockets (IP66-rated, fully enclosed fittings), and it brings to light some of the most important features of this range. For this particular reason, the twin socket has been chosen to illustrate - MK Masterseal K56482GRY Plus Twin Socket(Switched 13A 2 Gang IP66 Grey Socket). You can find these details and read them / download the PDF file with these features and benefits via the MK Masterseal Plus page on the MK Electric website. The MK Masterseal Plus range is fully IP66 rated, with a robust construction and tolerant to high/low temperatures, impact and environmental protection, offering a wide range of outdoor wiring devices with a 20 year guarantee! The MK Masterseal Plus Wiring Devices - Features and benefits IP66 rating: Protection against any particles of dust and powerful water jets Rear Drill Holes: For easier installation Fixed Gasket Speeds Installation: and removes the risk of error when placing a floating gasket Manufactured from Recycled Polycarbonate: For impact and environmental protection Sealed in use with virtually any standard 13A plug, including those with moulded plug tops Patented Gel Seal: Durable water and dust-tight seal for improved protection Now has all the features and benefits of the MK Logic Plus range Available in Grey, White, and Black Improved Catch: Eases opening and closing Buy MK Outdoor Switches and Sockets

We have recently added some of the MK Masterseal Plus wiring devices at the Outdoor Switches and Sockets section.  According to their Technical Specs for this range, the MK Masterseal Plus has been specifically developed for use in both outdoor and indoor environments, and where wiring devices and accessories would be at risk from penetration by dust or water. With a rating of IP66, the MK Masterseal Plus range of outdoor wiring devices offers total protection against dust, and is protected against high-pressure jets of water from any direction. Also, the Masterseal Plus sockets can seal around virtually any standard 13A plug – including moulded plugs – allowing safe connection for any appliance. An improved catch eases the opening and closing of the lid, whilst ensuring the integrity of the seal. The seal is fixed to the mounting frame of the product, enabling rapid installation, and removing the risk of error when placing a floating gasket.  The Masterseal Plus range from MK Electric extends to over 90 product variations as the new enclosures house selected products from the Logic Plus portfolio – thus offering all the benefits of the Logic Plus range within the new Masterseal Plus enclosures [on the left: the MK K56480GRY - 1 Gang 13A unswitched IP66 Grey Socket] As for its usage and siting, the MK Masterseal Plus devices are perfectly suited to a range of indoor and outdoor applications including factories, laboratories, swimming pools, commercial kitchens, industrial units, warehouses, clean rooms and more. MK Masterseal Plus Features and Benefits The High IP Rating, IP66 rated devices - Masterseal Plus offers total dust ingress protection, and is protected against high-pressure water jets from any direction. Robust Construction and Temperature Tolerant - the MK Masterseal Plus devices will not discolor, crack or fade in UV light (unlike many other plastics), and will maintain operation in extremes of heat and cold. Impact and Environmental Protection - the Masterseal Plus enclosures are made from recycled polycarbonate, one of the toughest thermoplastics available – incidentally also used in products such as motorcycle helmets. The raw materials are actually waste material collected from other manufacturing plants. This not only diverts material otherwise destined for landfill but also prevents an equivalent amount of virgin material being produced along with the associated savings in energy, providing a significant reduction in carbon footprints. The Widest Range of Outdoor Wiring Devices - The Masterseal Plus range extends to over 90 product variants. The new enclosures house any product from the Logic Plus range, and enclosures and switches are available in Grey, White and Black. Lifetime warranty: 20-Year Guarantee - The Masterseal Plus range of exterior devices is guaranteed for an industry-leading 20 years (in general it is 10 years for electronic products) The MK Masterseal Plus range - some of the items in this range are: Twin Socket, Unswitched 13A 2 Gang IP66 Grey Socket, MK K56481GRY; Key Operated Socket, 1 Gang 13A Key Operated IP66 Grey Socket, MK K56487GRY; 1 Gang 13A Switched IP66 Grey Socket, MK K56486GRY; Timer Socket, 1 Gang 13A timer IP66 Grey Socket, MK K56485GRY; Twin Socket RCD Active, 2 Gang 13A 30mA RCD grey socket, IP66 MK K56231GRY;Buy MK Masterseal Plus at Sparks