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.
They are a must to fit (or plastic screws Yuk!), for those metal boxes where fixing screws could become live, however low risk.
The only circumstance I can think of is older installations with no cpc on a lighting circuit ... surely never an issue with socket-outlets etc., where the screws are earthed through the accessory faceplate itself
They are a must to fit (or plastic screws Yuk!), for those metal boxes where fixing screws could become live, however low risk.
The only circumstance I can think of is older installations with no cpc on a lighting circuit ... surely never an issue with socket-outlets etc., where the screws are earthed through the accessory faceplate itself
