{"product_id":"5a-unswitched-round-pin-socket-white-rounded-edge","title":"5A Unswitched Round Pin Socket - White Rounded Edge","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Knightsbridge 5A unswitched round pin socket is a white rounded-edge faceplate designed for dedicated lighting circuits and low-current appliances. The socket accepts round pin plugs certified to BS 546 and provides an earthed connection at 230V, rated for loads up to 5A (1,150W). The rounded-edge profile reduces the projection to 7mm from the wall, with gently contoured edges around the 86mm square plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrimarily used in UK homes and hotels for dedicated lighting circuits — table lamps, floor lamps, wall lights with plugs — the 5A socket allows low-power circuits to be isolated from the 13A ring main. This simplifies wiring in rooms where multiple lighting points need plug-in flexibility without running each through a 13A fused spur. The unswitched configuration is typically paired with a wall switch elsewhere in the room or a switched cord on the lamp itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white thermoset resin construction includes anti-microbial additives tested to ISO 22196:2011, which inhibit bacterial growth on the faceplate surface. The plate fits a standard 25mm minimum back box depth and includes screw cap covers to hide the two fixing screws once installed. Knightsbridge backs the socket with a 25-year warranty, reflecting the durability of the thermoset resin under long-term use.\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\u003e86 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e86 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProjection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 mm\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\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThermoset resin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\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\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\u003eAnti-Microbial Properties\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3rd Party Tested to ISO 22196:2011\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25\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\/products_2301127_datasheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eProduct Specification Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/manual_1147650.pdf\" target=\"_self\"\u003eProduct Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFrequently Asked\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a 5A socket used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5A round pin sockets are used for dedicated lighting circuits in UK homes and hotels. They allow table lamps, floor lamps and other low-power lighting to be plugged in without drawing from the 13A ring main. The 5A rating handles loads up to 1,150W, which covers most domestic lighting applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is it unswitched?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unswitched configuration means there is no on\/off rocker on the socket itself. Control is typically provided by a wall switch elsewhere in the room or by a switched cord on the lamp. This reduces the number of switch points on show and simplifies the faceplate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat back box depth is required?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 25mm minimum back box depth is needed for safe installation. The 7mm faceplate projection adds minimal depth once the socket is fitted to the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the anti-microbial protection do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe anti-microbial additives in the thermoset resin inhibit bacterial growth on the faceplate surface. This is tested to ISO 22196:2011 and is particularly useful in healthcare, hospitality and residential care environments where hygiene standards are higher.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Knightsbridge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45293787611403,"sku":"CU5U","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8993\/3835\/files\/135498_12d5cfb3-fa19-4efe-8186-d146fdc83d75.jpg?v=1714664148","url":"https:\/\/niori.co.uk\/products\/5a-unswitched-round-pin-socket-white-rounded-edge","provider":"Niori","version":"1.0","type":"link"}