I bought some cheap sockets (LAP) from Screwfix yesterday, they have a new feature. The fixing screw holes are obviously a problem to someone because white plastic plugs are provided to fill them in. Having inserted them it is very difficult to get them out again, typically for inspection. Whilst this might be in the cause of Fine Art (sockets are not "smooth" enough?) it is a problem for electricians. It could be because the screws (Earthed) are now exposed conductive parts and must therefore be insulated, but not according to BS7671. If the plugs are not fitted the sockets and LESS tidy than standard models from MK etc. I wonder if anyone else has seen these, because I think they are a fairly bad idea. Fortunately, these are only for my office bench, but I wouldn't use them anywhere else.
I have used lots of them and they are a pain. As you have discovered they do not come out without being damaged. They are also slightly different sizes depending on the accessory manufacturer. So if you have a few left over from one job they obviously will not fit the next job where you have damaged a few. I tend to leave them off and pretend they do not exist.
I have used lots of them and they are a pain. As you have discovered they do not come out without being damaged. They are also slightly different sizes depending on the accessory manufacturer. So if you have a few left over from one job they obviously will not fit the next job where you have damaged a few. I tend to leave them off and pretend they do not exist.
