Current drawn is decided by device not socket.
The 2a is the maximum it can output, for devices such as iPads and tablets.

Good price. Glad to see these coming down in price.

You and your pal don't need one then... Jog on

Exactly. There will be a small but constant current draw for the 5v circuit, whether or not something is plugged in. Rather like having an appliance in standby.
Also, when the USB part packs in, it's hassle to change it.

My plug in Samsung chargers work just fine and can be switched off when not needed.

I`d just buy a USB 3-pin plug for a couple of quid, plug it in ANY socket in the house, job done. :smirk:

Sending these back as when wired in the usb light is so bright with nothing connected it lights the landing up. No idea why they have done it this way as makes no sense at all. Will get the ones from screwfix as these dont have a permanently on light.

Ive done it now thanks. Lights on no one in moment lol

Sorry for the delay in getting back to you!

No - That's OK - Sometimes things can get away from you :smiley: - All you need to do is go to "My Account", once there you'll see a menu on the left hand side - One of the options there is "Payment Cards"

You can probably see where this is going from there... :wink:

Shout up if you need any more help :smiley:

Is there a significant difference between the £25 MK, £15 Lap, and (this deal) the £8 Pro-Elec ?

Hi, i have a new card but i can't find an option to add or change my details. Probably a muppet moment so apologies in advance.

Figured they would be, if you can't isolate them other than by disconnection that's going to be a pain for any electrician.

Can someone tell me how i change my credit card derails on CPC...
I'm stumped

That's right, suppress knowledge sharing. Ignorance is bliss.

If you are using both usbs the power is shared.

Dont buy cheaper ones , it will damage you phone battery also most of the phone needs 1A (these are 2A sockets)

Do the switches also operate the USB sockets or are they permanently on?

the USB charger is constantly on in these units. that puts me off

Same unit, same vendor, cheaper price. Use the two extra digits trick... http://cpc.farnell.com/pro-elec/2213u/2-gang-power-usb-charging-wallplate/dp/PL1498505?ost=PL1498505&selectedCategoryId=

05 on the end drops the price to £7.32 delivered.

The most common mistake people make when fitting any replacement socket is:
After tightening the retaining screw down on the two brown cables try and pull each one out.
The screw may have only gripped one cable. Do this for each of the 3 terminals.
It will still work if you've only gripped one. But you'll have started a chain of faults where the loose cable starts to burn.
Then the good cable will start burning too - because it's overloaded.

Wonder how these react when performing electrical testing. Wouldn't they have to be removed from the circuit before IR testing? Or does the on/off switch also isolate the USB sockets.

Is it just a matter of swapping old 2 gang socket for this one -same wiring etc?

If you do change sockets I'd recommend a plug in socket tester with the 3 indicators. They're cheap but will instantly tell you if wires have been transposed, missed or you have no earth. Not a full test but a little more reassurance than nothing.

My "pal" & I have made factual comment on the performance of the product.
Other readers can take that into account when making their decision to purchase or not.

That adds a lot more value than telling someone to move one.

The idea that "simple electric jobs can easily be achieved by people with common sense" has kept me in full employment all my life. They always blame their "good mate of mine did it". And their wives stand behind them shaking their heads. "Yes - and your mates left all his tools on the floor".

Behind your twin 13 Amp Socket is a metal box that it screws into. It's usually only 25mm / 1 inch deep. Many of these charger sockets need a 40mm metal box behind them to accommodate the transformer. It's not always a straight swap.

Gas - Electricity - Brain Surgery - They can all kill you and your family so easily - Don't dabble !

You accept power leakage on every day appliances yet your concerned about the usb socket. In the big scheme of things.....

I laughed at that.

Well it's not rocket science.

Ah yes simple, except, it's not that simple is it?

You and your pal don't need one then... Jog on

Can someone please tell me if its 2.1A each port or shared between the two. Thanks

I`d just buy a USB 3-pin plug for a couple of quid, plug it in ANY socket in the house, job done. :smirk:

Some do fit into a empty 25mm wall box. But the box already in the wall has 6 - maybe 9 - cables in it. 3 Brown - 3 Blue - 3 Earth and is already full.

​quite a while longer, i have a 2amp charger and it adds about 3 hours to the full charge time from 0%! still good sockets though

you can get MK one if pay a few quid. check amazon

samsung galaxy s6 needs 2.1amp or 2.4 cant remember but over the 2amp..

They are 8.34 inc VAT. Not sure if there are shipping charges.

There is a screw fix deal here, 2 for about £16 odd

8.34 including vat title misleading

Love my more expensive kitchen ones I've had for a year now. My circuit breaker is fitted for a reason and will protect me better than any man

The price is £8.34 each, you forgot to add the VAT, although this is still cheap !

Price £8.34 inc VAT

Current drawn is decided by device not socket.
The 2a is the maximum it can output, for devices such as iPads and tablets.

Good price. Glad to see these coming down in price.