I want to change a couple of my twin Crabtree sockets to twin sockets with USB connectors. Are there any makes that are better than others? Any makes to avoid?
Which USB sockets?
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I tend to use Hager, Crabtree are ok, MK used to be the best but IMHO they have slipped down the charts, avoid cheap unknown brands
Thanks. Just looking at both Hager and Crabtree and they both need 35mm back boxes. Not sure what I have so I’ll check first before ordering - don’t really want to use a spacer. Was hoping for a hassle free swap over.
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check the depth MK ones require
The newer MK ones fit a 25mm back box now. The first generation didn’t.
Do NOT use BG.
Why not BG ?
Just lately the terminals have snapped inside - not that I ever used much of it.
Also experienced the USB port having a prolapse.
Their grid switches fail after a short time in my experience. Not my choice to fit them.
Also experienced the USB port having a prolapse.
Their grid switches fail after a short time in my experience. Not my choice to fit them.
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