C482 — 13A 1-Gang Multi-Function Switched Socket (5 Pin) + Neon

Product Overview

ELITE ELEGANCE presents the C482 — 13A 1-Gang Multi-Function Switched Socket (5 Pin) + Neon, a refined and versatile solution engineered for modern British Standard installations. Designed for durability, safety, and user convenience, the C482 delivers exceptional performance across residential, commercial, and light industrial applications. This product description outlines the features, applications, innovations, and technical advantages that make the C482 an outstanding choice for specifiers, electricians, and end users.

Product Overview

The C482 is a 13A switched socket that integrates a 1-gang multi-function outlet with a 5-pin electrical socket configuration and a built-in neon indicator power outlet feature. This 13A switched socket design provides robust power delivery for a wide array of devices while the 1-gang multi-function outlet architecture ensures compatibility with common plug formats used in British Standard systems. The 5-pin electrical socket layout offers additional grounding and auxiliary connections where required, and the neon indicator power outlet adds a clear visual cue to indicate the presence of live power, improving operational safety and user awareness.

Key Features

- 13A switched socket performance: The C482’s 13A switched socket rating supports typical domestic and commercial loads, ensuring reliable operation for appliances, lighting, and equipment that require standard 13-amp supply.

- 1-gang multi-function outlet versatility: The 1-gang multi-function outlet is engineered to accept multiple plug types within British Standard configurations, offering maximum installation flexibility. This 1-gang multi-function outlet reduces the need for additional adapters and simplifies wiring layouts for multi-use rooms and mixed-occupancy spaces.

- 5-pin electrical socket capability: The incorporated 5-pin electrical socket provides enhanced grounding and optional earth-pin features for specialized equipment. The 5-pin electrical socket is ideal where extra pin connections are necessary for fused or switched circuits and for devices requiring additional Earthing or auxiliary contacts.

- Neon indicator power outlet: The neon indicator power outlet provides a clear, low-energy indication that the socket is live. The neon indicator power outlet enhances operational safety by giving instant visual feedback to users and maintenance personnel when power is present, helping to prevent accidental contact during servicing.

- Durable construction: Crafted from high-impact, flame-retardant polycarbonate and precision metal alloys, the C482 offers mechanical robustness and long-term resistance to heat and physical stress.

- Safety and compliance: The C482 is designed to meet relevant British Standard regulations for switched sockets and outlet devices.

Applications

The C482 — 13A 1-Gang Multi-Function Switched Socket (5 Pin) + Neon is well suited to a range of settings, including:

- Residential installations: Living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, and home offices where a reliable 13A switched socket is required. The 1-gang multi-function outlet supports common household appliances while the neon indicator power outlet enhances user confidence during routine use and maintenance.

- Commercial premises: Offices, retail environments, and hospitality spaces that demand versatile 1-gang multi-function outlet solutions for varying device types.

- Light industrial and workshop areas: Workbenches and light production facilities benefit from the robust 13A switched socket construction and the extra grounding security offered by the 5-pin electrical socket.

- Renovation and retrofit projects: The C482’s compatibility with British Standard fittings makes it an ideal drop-in solution for refurbishment works, allowing electricians to modernize power distribution with minimal disruption.

Innovation and Technical Advantages

- Integrated multi-functionality: Combining a 13A switched socket, a 1-gang multi-function outlet, and a 5-pin electrical socket in a single unit reduces wall-space consumption and streamlines wiring complexity.

- Enhanced safety via neon indicator power outlet: The neon indicator power outlet is a low-power, highly reliable visual indicator that communicates live status instantly. This feature supports safer maintenance practices and reduces the risk of inadvertent contact with live circuits.

- High-cycle switch durability: ELITE ELEGANCE employs advanced contact metallurgy and switch mechanism engineering to ensure long-lasting performance. The 13A switched socket’s switching components are tested for high cycle counts to meet demanding commercial usage patterns.

- Shuttered protection and earth continuity: The C482 incorporates internal shutters to prevent foreign object insertion, combined with clear earth continuity paths through the 5-pin electrical socket to ensure consistent grounding integrity for connected equipment.

- Material science and thermal performance: The use of flame-retardant materials and thermally stable contacts minimizes heat generation at load and prolongs service lifetime under continuous operation.

- Design for installers: The C482 includes installer-friendly features such as clearly labeled terminal blocks, ample wiring space behind the faceplate, and a mounting system compatible with standard back boxes.

Why Choose ELITE ELEGANCE C482

- Proven brand pedigree: Zhejiang TAOS Electric Co., Ltd. has specialized in British Standard wiring accessories since 2000 and delivers trusted engineering across its Elite Elegance and TAOS brands.

- Broad SKU and manufacturing expertise: With a diverse range of product families and thousands of SKUs, ELITE ELEGANCE brings manufacturing maturity and quality control to the C482’s production, ensuring consistent performance and supply reliability.

- Cost-effective performance: The C482 balances premium features—such as the neon indicator power outlet and 5-pin electrical socket—with an economically sensible design, delivering long-term value through reduced maintenance and dependable operation.

- Flexibility for designers and electricians: The 1-gang multi-function outlet supports modern interior design requirements while meeting practical needs of electricians for simplified, standardized installation.

Installation and Maintenance Tips

- Ensure power is isolated before installation and verify wiring follows local codes.

- Use fine-stranded or solid conductors as specified by ELITE ELEGANCE installation guidance to ensure secure terminal connections for the 13A switched socket and the 5-pin electrical socket.

- Verify earth continuity for appliances connected to the 5-pin electrical socket, particularly for equipment requiring specific Earthing pathways.

- Regularly inspect the neon indicator power outlet: while designed for long life, any signs of abnormal flickering or failure should prompt testing and replacement to maintain safety visibility.

- Periodic inspection of contact tightness and faceplate integrity will prolong service life and maintain the high performance expected from a 13A switched socket assembly.

Why SpecifyC482?

Four engineering decisions that turn this device into a project-grade specification.