{"product_id":"5a-unswitched-round-pin-socket-polished-chrome-screwless-white-insert","title":"5A Unswitched Round Pin Socket - Polished Chrome Screwless (White Insert)","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Knightsbridge 5A unswitched round pin socket provides a single 5A outlet for lighting circuits controlled by a separate wall switch. The polished chrome screwless faceplate is paired with a white insert, giving a high-contrast finish that suits both traditional lighting installations and contemporary interiors where chrome accents are used throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for table lamps, floor lamps and decorative lighting wired to a dedicated switched circuit, the socket removes the need for inline switches or plug-top controls. The unswitched design means the lamp is turned on and off via a wall-mounted switch elsewhere in the room, keeping the lamp base free of visible controls. The 5A rating is typical for BS 546 round pin sockets used in UK lighting circuits, handling up to 1,150W of load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe screwless cover plate clips onto a separate metal sub-frame fixed to the back box, hiding all fixings once installed. The 201 stainless steel construction with polished chrome finish resists tarnishing and fingerprints better than brass-plated alternatives. The integrated gasket behind the faceplate provides dust and moisture ingress protection to IP20 standard, suitable for dry indoor environments. Minimum back box depth required is 25mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnightsbridge supports this product with a 25-year guarantee, reflecting the durability of the stainless steel construction and screwless clip-on mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecification\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"spec_table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e87.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e87.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDepth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23.6mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProjection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.3mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecessed Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19.3mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMin. Mounting Box Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlate Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.3mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e201 Stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolished Chrome\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230V 50Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarth Terminal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25 Year Guarantee\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/datasheet-SF5APCW.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProduct Specification Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a 5A round pin socket used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5A round pin sockets are designed for lighting circuits controlled by a separate wall switch. They are commonly used for table lamps and floor lamps where you want the lamp to turn on and off via a wall switch rather than a plug-top or inline switch on the lamp itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is this socket unswitched?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unswitched design means the socket itself has no on\/off control. Instead, the circuit is controlled by a wall-mounted light switch elsewhere in the room. This keeps the lamp base clean of visible controls and allows one wall switch to control multiple lamps on the same circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat back box depth is required?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA minimum 25mm back box depth is needed. The screwless cover plate adds 4.3mm of projection from the wall surface once installed, for a total depth of approximately 28mm from the wall to the faceplate surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the screwless plate removable for redecorating?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The polished chrome cover plate clips onto a separate metal sub-frame fixed to the back box. The cover can be removed for painting or wallpapering around the socket and re-clipped without disturbing the wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knightsbridge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51392347668747,"sku":"SF5APCW","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/105988_a9bdfdb3-1583-482d-bf06-d97e11f38f2f.jpg?v=1747074062","url":"https:\/\/niori.co.uk\/products\/5a-unswitched-round-pin-socket-polished-chrome-screwless-white-insert","provider":"Niori","version":"1.0","type":"link"}