Clipsal socket replacement

[FrankNicklin]

We only have a single 13amp socket in the dining area and thought I would replace with a household 13amp socket with USB but the cutout for the inset backbox is much bigger than a dry lining box, any ideas for fitting in the existing hole. Another reason is the one lug has been broken and is loose. These are Clipsal back boxes, much prefer to use an off the shelf socket if I can.

 

[Cush]

This any use?

Pardon our interruption...

 

[FrankNicklin]

This any use?

Pardon our interruption...

That might be a good call just need to know if the screw centres will be equal to the existing or greater.

 

[Lenny HB]

You could cover the hole with an anodised aluminium panel in black or silver then fit your sockets to that.

 

[scotjimland]

I would replace with a household 13amp socket with USB

ensure it has a double pole switch,,.. or unswitched
also
the one you point on ebay does not have that information, nor is ARVC a well known manufacturer

I suggest you only buy from a reputable supplier and a British brand.

British plugs and sockets manufacturers

British manufacturers of plugs and sockets

www.plugsocketmuseum.nl

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[FrankNicklin]

ensure it has a double pole switch,,.. or unswitched
also
the one you point on ebay does not have that information, nor is ARVC a well known manufacturer

I suggest you only buy from a reputable supplier and a British brand.

British plugs and sockets manufacturers

British manufacturers of plugs and sockets

www.plugsocketmuseum.nl

I messaged the seller and they don’t even know if they are double pole or not, so they don’t even know what they are selling. Said they have never been asked before. Told them that Double Pole is essential for safety especially in caravans and motorhomes. Suggest they are avoided because I wouldn’t trust their response anyway.

 

[Cush]

Mr Jim, can my post be deleted in case anyone doesn’t read the whole thread and buys one?