Advice replacing 2 gang plug switch + what's an outrocker

[OM2]

I need to replace a 2 gang plug socket in my garage

I switched off 2 sockets off an extension and it went buzz
This morning I found out the socket isn't working (definitely the socket, I verified)

I looked on Amazon and see some units that have something called an 'outrocker'
What's that?? Do I need to have this? (I tried googling and can't find any definitions)

Any advice buying a socket? (Apart from don't go for a super cheap one)
The one that went was an MK - I thought these were meant to be really good quality? (That's what the guy who installed said)

Thanks


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[Taylortwocities]

I looked on Amazon and see some units that have something called an 'outrocker'
What's that?? Do I need to have this? (I tried googling and can't find any definitions)

It would help if you posted a link!

Probably it means a socket where the switches are on the outer edge rather than in the middle.
You don't need that. Just buy a socket. MK is a reasonable brand but wont last forever, especially if its overloaded, subject to damp or if the connections aren't made off properly. In a garge I use metalclad accessories as they are more durable in rigorous environments.

 

[PrenticeBoyofDerry]

Out rooker, sound like the rocker switch is positioned on outside, rather than the middle of the plate, generally found in schools and hospitals.
http://www.socketworld.co.uk/mk-switched-double-socket-13amp-double-pole-outside-rockers-1164-p.asp
It maybe that you simply have a loose connection, rather than a faulty socket outlet. More investigation is required, isolate circuit and inspect!