Electrical socket outlets

An electrical socket is selected according to the appliance, mating plug and place of use. The category includes different designs and their parts, so specify the function required before choosing a housing, series and decorative finish.

Match the socket to the specific connection

Prepare the data for the equipment and plug to be connected. Check the contact configuration, intended use and permitted parameters of the exact model. An industrial socket, portable version and installation system component are not selected by identical criteria. A similar colour or shape does not verify the necessary compatibility.

For a wall-mounted or flush-mounted version, examine the installation space, supporting parts and housing requirements. For a portable product, check the permitted cable and connection method in the documentation. If the offer is combined, establish the functions of the individual items. The number of visible openings or general series name is not enough for the final selection. Leave enough space to insert and remove the intended plug.

The faceplate is not the mechanism itself

Product names include sockets, face components, covers and other additions. Check the exact item being sold and included components. For a decorative part, the series and intended mechanism matter. Do not infer electrical functionality or a complete set from an image showing several parts together.

Offers from SCAME and LEGRAND can be browsed by manufacturer. For several nearby points, gather their codes and layout, checking each product separately. Select colour after functional and mounting conditions. For housing properties required, use data for the specific model and its intended configuration.

Do not mix power and signal tasks

For direct device charging, compare USB mechanisms. For data or television and telephone signals, continue to Internet, TV and telephone outlets. The general Electrical and communication sockets section helps separate these roles. Record the mechanisms and accessories required as independent items so that it is clear whether the order contains a socket, decorative part or the entire planned assembly.