Description
Sky blue on a data plate is a practical choice as much as a decorative one: it names the circuit at a glance. Behind the screwless front sit two data ports, ready for Cat 5 and Cat 6 cabling, so a desktop and a games console, or a router and a network printer, can share the same spot without adding another plate to the wall. The moulding is flat-fronted and plain, with no visible screw heads to interrupt the colour.
We fit sockets like this in home offices, studies, media walls and workshops, anywhere a wired connection is steadier than wi-fi. It suits a shared room too, where a colour tells one service apart from another and saves someone tracing cable ends. We would choose it where kit stays plugged in for good, a desk PC or a set-top box, rather than where things come and go. This is a data socket working at low voltage; anything needing mains power still takes a socket of its own. Keep it to dry indoor rooms, away from splashes and steam.
The plate is moulded in ABS, a hard-wearing plastic that takes colour well and stays looking even under office lighting. To clean it, wipe the face with a barely damp cloth and dry it off; skip solvents and cream cleaners, as both can dull the moulding. A puff of air is kinder to the ports than anything pushed into them. It carries a ten year warranty. If you are running several points along one wall, we would keep every plate screwless so the line reads as one set rather than a mix, and let the sky blue mark the data positions.
Specification
| Colour |
Sky Blue |
| Type of Finish |
Colour |
| Weight |
0.07KG |
| Length |
88mm |
| Width |
35mm |
| Height |
88mm |
| Back Box Depth |
35mm |
| Materials Used |
Polycarbonate, Metal |
| Protection Class |
Class 3 - Low Voltage |
| IP Rating |
IP20 |
| Warranty |
10yrs |
| UKCA/CE |
Yes |
| Additional Certification |
BS EN 60669 |
| Number of Gangs |
2 |
| Pieces Included |
1 |
| Installation |
Requires Installation By Qualified Electrician. 35mm Box Depth Is Recommended. |
| Suitable For |
Indoor Use Only. Data circuits. |
| Country of Origin |
China |
Frequently Asked
What cabling does it accept?
It is made for Cat 5 and Cat 6 data cabling, covering typical home and small office network runs.
How big is the plate?
It is a square plate, 88mm by 88mm, with a depth of 35mm behind the face.
Can I plug an appliance into it?
No. It handles data circuits only at low voltage, so a lamp, television or computer power lead still needs a socket.
Is it suitable for a garage or outbuilding?
Only where the room stays dry. It is rated for indoor use and offers no protection against water.
Will the colour fade or scuff?
The ABS is chosen for hard use and the face is smooth, so marks wipe off. Avoid abrasive pads and solvent sprays, which can leave a dull patch.
How much does it weigh?
Around 0.065kg, so it is a light plate to handle.