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5A Unswitched Round Pin Socket - Black Nickel Screwless (Black Insert)

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Description

The Knightsbridge 5A unswitched round pin socket is designed for dedicated lighting circuits and lower-power appliances that use a 5A round pin plug rather than the standard 13A rectangular plug. The socket sits behind a black nickel screwless faceplate with a black insert and a low-profile design that projects just 4.3mm from the wall once fitted.

Used primarily for table lamps and floor lamps wired to a dedicated lighting circuit, the 5A round pin configuration allows these lamps to be controlled separately from the main ring circuit. This is common in period properties, hotels, and high-specification residential installations where lighting circuits are separate from appliance circuits. The unswitched design means the socket is always live when the circuit is energised, with control at the lamp switch or wall-mounted dimmer.

The screwless cover plate clips onto a separate steel sub-frame fixed to the back box, leaving no visible fixings on the wall. The black nickel finish provides a dark gunmetal tone that pairs well with industrial, contemporary and dark-toned interiors. The built-in gasket between the cover plate and sub-frame gives a flush finish and prevents the plate from rattling once fitted. Certified to BS 546, the socket requires a minimum 25mm back box depth and carries a 25-year warranty.

Specification
Height 87.5 mm
Width 87.5 mm
Projection 4.3 mm
Min. Mounting Box Depth 25mm
Construction Premium grade steel
Finish Black Nickel
Class I
IP Rating IP20
Primary Voltage 230V 50Hz
Earth Terminal Yes
Warranty 25
Downloads

Product Specification Sheet

Product Manual

Frequently Asked

What is a 5A round pin socket used for?

5A round pin sockets are used primarily for table lamps and floor lamps on dedicated lighting circuits, common in period properties and high-specification installations where lighting is separate from the main 13A ring circuit. They accept a three-pin round plug, not the standard UK rectangular plug.

Can this socket be used with a dimmer?

The socket itself is unswitched and does not have dimmer functionality. Dimming control would typically be provided by a separate wall-mounted dimmer switch on the same circuit, or by a dimmer built into the lamp itself.

What back box depth is required?

A minimum 25mm back box depth is needed. The screwless cover plate adds 4.3mm of projection from the wall once fitted.

Is the screwless plate removable for redecorating?

Yes. The cover plate clips onto a separate steel sub-frame fixed to the back box. The cover can be removed for painting around the socket and re-clipped without re-wiring.

Shipping & Returns

Delivery UK delivery is £14.99, and delivery is free on all orders of £99 or more, in the UK and internationally.

Returns If you change your mind, you have 14 days from delivery to tell us, and a further 14 days to send the goods back. Return postage for a change-of-mind return is paid by you. Change-of-mind returns are subject to an inspection and handling deduction. See our full returns policy.

To arrange a return, call us on 020 8149 5199 or use our contact page.

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    Description

    The Knightsbridge 5A unswitched round pin socket is designed for dedicated lighting circuits and lower-power appliances that use a 5A round pin plug rather than the standard 13A rectangular plug. The socket sits behind a black nickel screwless faceplate with a black insert and a low-profile design that projects just 4.3mm from the wall once fitted.

    Used primarily for table lamps and floor lamps wired to a dedicated lighting circuit, the 5A round pin configuration allows these lamps to be controlled separately from the main ring circuit. This is common in period properties, hotels, and high-specification residential installations where lighting circuits are separate from appliance circuits. The unswitched design means the socket is always live when the circuit is energised, with control at the lamp switch or wall-mounted dimmer.

    The screwless cover plate clips onto a separate steel sub-frame fixed to the back box, leaving no visible fixings on the wall. The black nickel finish provides a dark gunmetal tone that pairs well with industrial, contemporary and dark-toned interiors. The built-in gasket between the cover plate and sub-frame gives a flush finish and prevents the plate from rattling once fitted. Certified to BS 546, the socket requires a minimum 25mm back box depth and carries a 25-year warranty.

    Specification
    Height 87.5 mm
    Width 87.5 mm
    Projection 4.3 mm
    Min. Mounting Box Depth 25mm
    Construction Premium grade steel
    Finish Black Nickel
    Class I
    IP Rating IP20
    Primary Voltage 230V 50Hz
    Earth Terminal Yes
    Warranty 25
    Downloads

    Product Specification Sheet

    Product Manual

    Frequently Asked

    What is a 5A round pin socket used for?

    5A round pin sockets are used primarily for table lamps and floor lamps on dedicated lighting circuits, common in period properties and high-specification installations where lighting is separate from the main 13A ring circuit. They accept a three-pin round plug, not the standard UK rectangular plug.

    Can this socket be used with a dimmer?

    The socket itself is unswitched and does not have dimmer functionality. Dimming control would typically be provided by a separate wall-mounted dimmer switch on the same circuit, or by a dimmer built into the lamp itself.

    What back box depth is required?

    A minimum 25mm back box depth is needed. The screwless cover plate adds 4.3mm of projection from the wall once fitted.

    Is the screwless plate removable for redecorating?

    Yes. The cover plate clips onto a separate steel sub-frame fixed to the back box. The cover can be removed for painting around the socket and re-clipped without re-wiring.

    Shipping & Returns

    Delivery UK delivery is £14.99, and delivery is free on all orders of £99 or more, in the UK and internationally.

    Returns If you change your mind, you have 14 days from delivery to tell us, and a further 14 days to send the goods back. Return postage for a change-of-mind return is paid by you. Change-of-mind returns are subject to an inspection and handling deduction. See our full returns policy.

    To arrange a return, call us on 020 8149 5199 or use our contact page.