S-TEC Socket Dedicated 1x16A 2xUSB 4x4

• Introducing the S-TEC International range of switches and sockets, meticulously engineered to be "The Safe Option!" for all residential and commercial electrical installations.
• This comprehensive collection combines modern aesthetics with robust, high-quality construction to deliver unparalleled safety, reliability, and convenience.
• Every product in the S-TEC range is crafted from durable, flame-retardant polycarbonate and is backed by a 2-year warranty, ensuring peace of mind. 
• This specific product, the S-TEC RSA Dedicated Socket with 2xUSB, is the ideal power solution for the modern, connected lifestyle.
• This 4x4 unit combines a standard 16A South African socket with two high-power USB-A charging ports, eliminating the need for bulky adapters and freeing up the main socket for other appliances.
• With a dedicated switch and a luminous locator strip, this outlet is the perfect blend of convenience, safety, and contemporary design.

Features

• Dedicated RSA Socket (SANS 164-2-1): Features a unique flat earth pin configuration that prevents the connection of standard appliance plugs, ensuring circuit integrity for a critical device.
• Dual USB-A Charging Ports: Includes two integrated USB-A ports with a shared 5V, 2000mA (2.0A) output, allowing for convenient charging of phones, peripherals, and other devices.
• Distinctive Red Switch: The bright red switch provides immediate visual identification that this is a dedicated, non-standard power outlet reserved for a specific appliance.
• Luminous Locator Strip: Includes a subtle glow-in-the-dark strip on the switch lever, making it easy to locate in low-light conditions or at night.
• Durable Polycarbonate Construction: Manufactured from high-quality, flame-retardant polycarbonate for enhanced safety, impact resistance, and long-lasting durability.
• Standard 4x4 Sizing: Designed to fit all standard South African 4x4 (126mm x 126mm) wall boxes for straightforward installation.
• 2-Year Warranty: Backed by the S-TEC 2-year warranty, guaranteeing quality and reliability.

Benefits

• Protects Critical Equipment: Guarantees that essential equipment, such as a server or desktop computer, has a secure power source that cannot be accidentally disconnected or overloaded by other users.
• Eliminates Adapter Clutter: Provides a single, elegant solution for powering a critical appliance and charging two USB devices, removing the need for bulky USB power bricks and multi-plugs.
• Prevents Circuit Overloading: By physically preventing other appliances from being plugged in, it ensures that the full capacity of the dedicated circuit is always available for the intended appliance.
• Clear and Unmistakable Identification: The red switch serves as a clear visual warning to all users that the socket is for a specific purpose and should not be used for general appliances.
• Ensures Regulatory Compliance: Meets SANS requirements for the use of dedicated socket outlets for specific fixed or critical appliances in commercial and residential installations.
• Convenient and Modern: Combines the safety of a dedicated outlet with the modern necessity of USB charging, perfect for today's tech-heavy environments.

In-Depth Technical Specifications

This section provides the detailed technical data for the S-TEC Socket Dedicated 1x16A 2xUSB 4x4.

Ideal Use

The S-TEC Dedicated Socket with USB is the essential power hub for circuits powering specific, critical, or high-load appliances in a tech-focused environment.

• Dedicated Computer Workstations: The perfect solution for a home or business office, powering the PC from the dedicated socket while charging a phone and another peripheral via USB.
• Server Rooms and IT Closets: Prevents critical network equipment from being accidentally disconnected while providing charging points for maintenance tools or technician devices.
• Medical Facilities: Provides a secure power source for sensitive medical equipment that must never be unplugged, with the added benefit of USB ports for auxiliary devices.
• Specialized Kitchen Appliances: Ideal for a dedicated circuit for a high-end coffee machine or other critical countertop appliance, with USB ports for charging a tablet used for recipes.
• Workshops: For specific machinery or power tools that require a dedicated circuit, with convenient charging for cordless tool batteries or a mobile phone.

Tips

To ensure a safe, correct, and compliant installation of your S-TEC Dedicated Socket with USB, please review the following expert advice.

• CRITICAL: MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN: This is a mains-voltage safety socket. Installation must be carried out by a certified electrician to ensure safety, correct wiring, and compliance with all electrical regulations (SANS 10142-1).
• CRITICAL: REQUIRES A DEDICATED CIRCUIT: This socket MUST be wired to its own, separate circuit breaker on the main distribution board. It is illegal and extremely dangerous to install this socket on a general-purpose plug circuit that feeds other standard sockets.
• Requires a Matching Plug: To use the main AC socket, the appliance's power cord must be fitted with a corresponding dedicated plug that has the matching flat earth pin. A standard plug with round pins will not fit.
• Understanding Shared USB Power: The total output of the USB ports is 2.0A. This power is shared between the two ports. If you are charging two high-power devices simultaneously, the charging speed for each device will be slower than if you were charging only one.
• Wall Box Depth: Due to the additional electronics for the USB power supply, this socket may be deeper than a standard outlet. Your electrician should ensure that the wall box is of sufficient depth to accommodate the unit and its wiring without strain.