The Claddagh 13A 2-gang metal clad double pole socket is a twin switched socket in a metal clad housing for commercial and industrial sites. It is made to the BS 1363: Part 2 standard. It has two switched outlets, so two tools or appliances can run from one socket. Each switch is double pole, so it isolates both the live and the neutral. The metal clad housing withstands impact and wear better than a standard plastic socket. It suits workshops, garages, warehouses and other high traffic areas.
Key Features
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Metal clad housing built for workshops, warehouses and garages.
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Double pole switching isolates live and neutral on each outlet.
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2 gang to power two appliances or tools at once.
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BS 1363: Part 2 standard for 13A switched socket outlets.
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Durable finish reduces replacements and downtime.
Specifications
| Brand |
Claddagh |
| SKU |
21201 |
| Type |
Metal clad switched socket |
| Rating |
13A |
| Gangs |
2 |
| Switching |
Double pole, one switch per outlet |
| Standard |
BS 1363: Part 2 |
| Housing |
Metal clad |
Where to Use It
- Workshops and garages.
- Warehouses and stores.
- Commercial premises and plant rooms.
- Any high traffic area where a plastic socket could be damaged.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does double pole mean on a socket?
A: The switch disconnects both the live and the neutral, not just the live. When it is off, the appliance is fully isolated from the supply.
Q: Is a metal clad socket suitable for a garage or workshop?
A: Yes. The metal clad housing is built to withstand impact and wear in workshops, garages and warehouses where a plastic socket may fail.
Q: Can I plug in two appliances at once?
A: Yes. It is a 2 gang socket with two separately switched 13A outlets.
Q: What standard does this socket meet?
A: BS 1363: Part 2. This is the standard for 13A switched socket outlets that take the square three pin plug used in Ireland and the UK.
Q: Do I need an electrician to fit a metal clad socket?
A: Yes. It connects to fixed wiring, so in Ireland it should be installed by a registered electrician.
Q: Where can I buy metal clad sockets in Ireland?
A: From Shamrock Electrical at shamrockelectrical.ie, with free delivery to every county in the Republic of Ireland from the first euro. You can also order for collection from our shop in Greenogue Business Park, Rathcoole, Co. Dublin, usually ready in 2 to 4 days.
Every order ships with free delivery from the very first euro, with no minimum spend and no threshold to reach. New customers take 10 percent off a first order. Trade pricing is not shown online, so if you are buying for a job or a contract, call us on 01 401 9907 or email sales@shamrockelectrical.ie for your rate. We are an Irish owned electrical supplier based in Greenogue Business Park, Rathcoole, just off the N7 and well positioned for the M50.
