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1 Gang 5A Round Pin Unswitched Single Socket in Painted Plate with Plastic Insert

Model No. SS5 by: Forbes and Lomax
Availability: Usually 3-5 days
£32.79

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This is the Forbes and Lomax SS5, a one gang 5A unswitched single socket in painted plate with plastic insert, manufactured by Forbes and Lomax.

Note: This item comes with a choice of white (SS5) or black (SS5/B) plastic trim; when ordering, please mention in the comments the desired trim at checkout.

The Forbes and Lomax 5A Socket Outlets - Features

  • The Forbes and Lomax 2A and 5A socket outlets can be used for ligthting circuits that demand low amperages.
  • These sockets come in the Invisible Socket range, the Antique Bronze range, the Nickel Silver range, the Verdigris range, the Aged Brass range, the Unlacquered Brass range, the Painted Socket range, and the Stainless Steel range.
  • It can come with a White or a Black plastic insert / trim. 

5A Round Pin Socket Outlet - Technical Specs

  • Each socket conforms to BS 546 1950
  • Top access terminals making wiring easier and quicker
  • Shutter safety feature
  • Terminal marking present on socket housing for clearer identification
  • Automatic primary switching on insertion of plug
  • All the Forbes and Lomax 5A and 2A sockets require a British Standard 35mm deep flush wall box. 
  • Dimensions:  5A round pin socket outlet: 86mm width x 86mm length, max. 3.6mm projection from the wall, 19mm depth. Recommended box depth: 35mm back box. Metal boxes to BS4662
  • Supply voltage: 250V AC
  • 5A socket Terminal Capacities: Live, Neutral & Earth, 1 x 2.5 mm2, 2 x 2.0 mm2, 2 x 1.5 mm2, 4 x 1.0 mm2
  • Ambient Operating Temperature: -5 degrees to +40 degrees Celsius
  • IP rating: IP2XD
  • Max. installation altitude: 2000m

The Painted Range from Forbes and Lomax

  • Painted sockets are supplied with etch-primed face plates ready to be painted in the same colour as the wall.
  • A choice of black or white inserts are available for all of our painted sockets.
  • The painted range is only available for sockets not switches.
Switches & Sockets Specific
Amp 5
Back Box Depth 35mm
Brand Forbes and Lomax
Finish Painted
Gang 1
Insert White
Plate Metal
Plate Dimensions 86mm x 86mm
Style Flat Plate
Type Socket

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