Double Outdoor Socket

Weatherproof Double Outdoor Socket, IP56 Rated

Two switched 13 amp outlets in one weatherproof enclosure, so you can run a mower and a strimmer, or lights and a water feature, without unplugging one to use the other. The IP56 rating means it is dust protected and shielded against powerful water jets, which covers Irish weather in an exposed position.

Key features

• All weather protection: IP56 rated, protected against dust and powerful water jets
• Switched for safety: integrated on and off switches let you kill power at the socket rather than at the plug
• Durable build: tough grey polycarbonate with a 30,000 hour rated life
• Compact: 165mm x 115mm x 75mm, so it fits tight spots on sheds, garages and garden walls
• Certified: CE certified
• 240V output for garden tools, outdoor lighting, heaters and seasonal decorations
• 1 year manufacturer warranty

Who it suits

• Gardeners running electric mowers or trimmers
• Outdoor living, powering lights, heaters or speakers
• Homeowners fitting security cameras or water features
• DIY work needing reliable power outside
• Families setting up outdoor entertainment

If one outlet is enough, the single outdoor socket is the IP66 rated single version with a lockable cover.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What does IP56 mean on an outdoor socket?
A: The 5 means dust protected, so dust may enter but not enough to interfere. The 6 means protected against powerful water jets from any direction. In practice that covers rain, wind driven damp and hosing down, which is what an exposed outdoor socket needs.

Q: Why choose a switched socket outside?
A: Because you can turn the power off at the socket rather than pulling a plug with wet hands. It also means seasonal things like Christmas lights or a water feature can be switched off without unplugging and refitting the cover each time.

Q: Can I fit this myself?
A: No. It is fixed wiring on a circuit that needs proper protection, so it should be installed by a registered electrician, who will confirm the circuit protection and a suitable cable route.

Q: Single or double, which should I get?
A: Get the double if there is any chance of running two things at once, which is more common outdoors than people expect, for example a mower and a hedge trimmer, or lights and a pump. Fitting a second socket later costs far more than the difference now.

Q: Will it survive an Irish winter?
A: Yes. The polycarbonate casing and IP56 rating are made for year round outdoor use. Keep the covers closed when nothing is plugged in and site it where water runs off rather than collects.

Q: Can I plug an extension lead into it?
A: You can, but it is usually better to fit the socket where you actually need the power. If you do use a lead or a transformer outdoors, put the connection inside a weatherproof connection box rather than leaving it on the ground.

Q: Where can I buy a double outdoor socket in Ireland?
A: Shamrock Electrical stocks single and double weatherproof outdoor sockets along with weatherproof connection boxes and outdoor lighting. We are in Rathcoole, County Dublin, just off the N7, and we deliver free to every county in Ireland on every order with no minimum spend.

Price Includes VAT and Free Delivery Across Ireland