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GET Ultimate Flat Plate Wiring Accessories, GET Ultimate switches and sockets
Posted by sparksdirect in light dimmers, switches and sockets, website update on August 20, 2009
The GET Ultimate flat plate – The ultra-slim Ultimate Flat Plate range and grid system is all about superior engineering and sleek, sophisticated style. This beautifully crafted, easy to install range adds that special finishing touch to any interior – whether domestic or commercial. Available in a choice of six high quality plate finishes with black or white interior/insert options, coordinating these accessories with other GET fittings has never been easier. Part of the GET Ultimate range – which includes the GET Ultimate Screwless Flat Plate wiring accessories, the GET Ultimate White Moulded Switches and Sockets, the GET Ultimate Ultra-Slim Moulded & Grid Range, etc. In this article we are introducing some of the features and benefits of the GET Ultimate Flat Plate range, and the finishes available for this range.
The GET Ultimate Flat Plate – Features and benefits
- This comprehensive range of flat plate metal wiring accessories extends to toggle and dimmer switches plus data communication and all control applications;
- Minimal back projection – to allow installation using standard flush mounting boxes for both new and retrofits;
- Minimal back projection on shaver sockets – allows installation using a standard 47mm mounting box;
- Large plate footprint – avoids the need for additional decorating on retrofits;
- Full 10AX fluorescent rating – on all plate switches;
- Colour matched flat headed screws and eyelets – add a finishing touch;
- Smooth tactile switch action – incorporating positive drive switch mechanism;
- Curved, matching metal capped rockers – which are aesthetically pleasing and easy to operate with a choice of white or black interiors/inserts;
- Metal capped fuse carriers – provide more visible metal on the plate;
- Slimline, compact neons – for a less obtrusive effect;
- Accessories – are supplied with both long and short screws for installation flexibility;
- Large in-line angled colour coded terminals – to aid cable insertion and selection;
- Combination headed terminal screws;
- Foam gasket – to assist mounting on uneven walls or provide a barrier to moisture;
- Double pole options – on the 1G (1-gang) and 2G (2-gang) switched sockets;
- Twin earth terminals – on 2-gang sockets;
- Fully matched grid system;
- The mains dimmer switches – not suitable on low voltage circuits;
- Due to large plate footprint products may not fit dual 1 gang flush boxes;
- The 2 gang sockets – include twin earth terminals as standard, enabling compliance with regulation 607 (BS 7671) – high integrity earthing. To aid flush installation 35mm steel boxes are recommended. Floor socket interiors are manufactured from high impact thermoplastic for strength;
The GET Ultimate Flat Plate – Available Finishes
- WPB – Polished brass finish with white interior(white insert);
- BPC – Polished chrome finish with black interior(black insert);
- WPC – Polished chrome finish with white interior(white insert);
- BBN – Black nickel finish with black interior(black insert);
- WSS – Stainless steel finish with white interior(white insert);
- BSS – Stainless steel finish with black interior(black insert);
- WPW – Painted white finish with white interior(white insert);
- WPN – Pearl nickel finish with white interior(white insert);
- BPB – Polished brass finish with black interior(black insert).
Buy online screwed metal flat plate wiring devices from GET – the GET Ultimate Flat Plate range of switches and sockets – via the Metal Plate – Flat Metal Plate, Switches and Sockets, GET Metal Plate, or simply by searching for GET Ultimate Flat Plate on our website.
Introducing Forbes and Lomax ranges of Nickel Silver, Antique Bronze and The Painted Socket
Posted by sparksdirect in ask Mr Sparks, light dimmers, switches and sockets, technical data, website update on August 7, 2009
This article is a continuation of Introducing Forbes and Lomax ranges of Invisible LightSwitch, Unlacquered Brass and Stainless Steel, where Forbes and Lomax as a company and manufacturer of high quality wiring devices is presented. To find out more about the Forbes and Lomax ranges of switches and sockets, you can consult the Forbes and Lomax switches, sockets and dimmers, all finishes, all ranges, or the Invisible plate range and pictures, the Unlacquered Brass range, the Antique Bronze range, the Nickel Silver range, the painted socket range, or the stainless steel range.
Read more below about the Nickel Silver range, the Antique Bronze range, and the The Painted Socket range.
The Forbes and Lomax range of Nickel Silver switches and sockets
The Nickel Silver range has a highly polished plate creating a mirror finish. Nickel Silver first became popular in the 19th century due to its similarity to Sterling Silver and it was commonly used for various decorative items around the home.
It has a luxurious appearance which is much warmer and less clinical than chrome, making it more appealing for living areas.
The Nickel Silver range sits well in both traditional and contemporary interiors.
Read more about the Nickel Silver range of switches and sockets from Forbes and Lomax, and buy online Forbes and Lomax Nickel Silver wiring devices.
The Forbes and Lomax Range of Antique Bronze switches and sockets
The Antique Bronze range has a rich warm hue to the plates making them attractive to both contemporary and traditional interiors.
These switches also work particularly well on wood panelling and other unusual surroundings. The plates all have a slightly variable finish which adds to the distinctive look of the range. Many of the early light switches were made in Antique Bronze and the finish became very fashionable in the Art Deco period. The Antique Bronze finish is durable and will stand the test of time.
Original Antique Bronze switch plates can be seen in old buildings today still looking great almost a hundred years on. All socket outlets are available and are supplied with black inserts to complement the dark finish of the plates.
Read more about the Antique Bronze range of switches and sockets from Forbes and Lomax, and buy online Forbes and Lomax Antique Bronze wiring devices.
The Forbes and Lomax range of Painted Socket
The Painted Socket Range has been created to complement the Invisible Lightswitch. The Painted Sockets are supplied with etch-primed face plates ready to be painted in the same colour as the wall, making them as unobtrusive as possible.
A choice of black or white inserts is available and 13A sockets and switches fused connections can be supplied with metal switches if desired.
Read more about the Painted Socket range of switches and sockets from Forbes and Lomax, and buy online Forbes and Lomax Painted Sockets – wiring devices.
Read also about the Invisible LightSwitch(the invisible plate), the Unlacquered Brass range, and the Stainless Steel range on our blog(in the previous article).
The Nickel Silver range has a highly polished plate creating a mirror finish. Nickel Silver first became popular in the 19th century due to its similarity to Sterling Silver and it was commonly used for various decorative items around the home.
It has a luxurious appearance which is much warmer and less clinical than chrome, making it more appealing for living areas.
The Nickel Silver range sits well in both traditional and contemporary interiors.
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Antique Bronze
The Antique Bronze range has a rich warm hue to the plates making them attractive to both contemporary and traditional interiors.
These switches also work particularly well on wood panelling and other unusual surroundings. The plates all have a slightly variable finish which adds to the dinstictive look of the range. Many of the early light switches were made in Antique Bronze and the finish became very fashionable in the Art Deco period. The Antique Bronze finish is durable and will stand the test of time.
Original Antique Bronze switch plates can be seen in old buildings today still looking great almost a hundred years on. All socket outlets are available and are supplied with black inserts to complement the dark finish of the plates.
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The Painted Socket
The Painted Socket Range has been created to complement the Invisible Lightswitch. The Painted Sockets are supplied with etch-primed face plates ready to be painted in the same colour as the wall, making them as unobtrusive as possible.
A choice of black or white inserts is available and 13A sockets and switches fused connections can be supplied with metal switches if desired.
The dimming system
The Dimming System is a four channel dimmer with four easily programmable scenes in addition to full manual dimming and on/off buttons. The system is easily installed and quick to program.
The programming and operation is achieved from a master panel, with slave panes and remote controls also available if control is required from additional locations. The Dimming System is available in all finishes with a choice of white or black buttons. Contact us for more information.
Flat plate metal switches and sockets, with MK Insert – the Heritage Brass Stylist Grid range
Posted by sparksdirect in light dimmers, switches and sockets, technical data, website update on August 6, 2009
The largest collection of switches and sockets online just got even bigger – the full range of Stylist Grid Flat Plate Wiring Devices is now available at Flat Plate – Heritage Brass Stylist Grid section! This range has some specific features, which were introduced a while ago here, including the full range of the Heritage Brass Wiring Devices, and the new ranges from M-Marcus Heritage Brass. Still, we would like to point out some further details concerning this excellent range of flat plate – the Heritage Brass Stylist range:
- This is an elegant range of high quality solid brass plates switches, sockets, dimmers, spurs, coax/data, etc;
- The rockers are based on the MK and Crabtree grid systems – MK insert and Crabtree insert – ideally suited to meet the necessary special requirements;
- This is a flat plate metal range – the rockers are metal rockers also;
- This range includes:
- 20A Rocker Grid 1 Gang / 2 Gang / 3 Gang /4 gang 2 Way Switches;
- 20A Rocker Grid 1 Gang / 2 Gang Intermediate Switch, 1 Gang Architrave Switch;
- 20A 1 Gang / 2 Gang / 3 Gang / 4 Gang 2 Way Dolly Switch; also: 1 Gang Intermediate dolly switch;
- 1 Gang / 2 Gang / 3 Gang / 4 Gang 2 Way dimmer switch(also available in the 400W / 600W / 1000W, where possible; also available in the Low Voltage dimmer switches version);
- 1 Gang / 2 Gang 13A Switched Sockets;
- 2 Amp / 5 Amp / 15 Amp 3 Pin Socket; Dual Shaver Socket;
- 13 Amp Unswitched Spur / with Neon / Switched Spur / Switched Spur with Neon;
- and many other – check out page 3, page 4, with Stylist Grid Flat Plate Heritage Brass switches and sockets. - All the above ranges are available in the following finishes:
- Polished Brass(PBK/BK/L01);
- Polished Chrome(PCW/W/L02);
- Satin Chrome Brushed(SCW/W/L03);
- Satin Brass Brushed(SBK/BK/L04);
- Satin Nickel Brushed(SNK/SN/L05);
- Bronze Finish(BK/BZK/L07);
Buy online wiring devices belonging to the Flat Plate Stylist Grid range – via SparksDirect. Check out the other Heritage Brass ranges available: Heritage Brass Screwless, Elite Flat Plate, Heritage Brass Contractor Range, Elite Stepped Plate, or the series of articles on Heritage Brass Wiring Devices.
GET Ultimate Ultra-Slim moulded, Ultimate Flat and screwless plates, and GET Ultimate Grid
Posted by sparksdirect in new technologies, switches and sockets, website update on July 22, 2009
Speaking about the GET Ultimate range of wiring devices, the stylish electrical solutions across innovative wiring accessories, we already introduced the GET fit and GET adaptable and GET Style and GET Quality (also: some of the specific ranges of GET Ultimate). The Ultimate range of wiring accessories offer quality and style for today’s discerning consumer, embracing lifestyle solutions and contemporary design.
The GET Ultimate range includes flatplate, screwless flatplate, a flexible grid solution and the popular white moulded range. All the Ultimate products carry a 25 year guarantee to provide peace of mind whether being used in residential installations or a commercial development.
The GET Ultimate slim-line moulded
The Ultimate moulded range provides one of the slimmest profile ranges on the market today. Designed with installer friendly features and manufactured to the very highest standards using the latest materials and processes.
The Ultra slim profile is enhanced by curved profile rockers and screw capped covers. The GET Ultimate offers the installer many unique features. This includes an integral locking facility on all fan isolators.
To provide compliance to the latest building and wiring regulations Ultimate now incorporates socket outlets with outboard rockers as well as versions for non standard and clean earth requirements.
GET Ultimate flat and screwless plates
One of the most comprehensive ranges now available in a choice of finishes from the popular brushed Stainless Steel to subtle Pearl Nickel and traditional Brass and Bronze finish the flat plate and screwless range ensures every installation is complemented with the very best in accessory design and performance.
Designed to fully complement the extensive flat plate and screwless range the Ultimate grid system ensures that a fully design conscience specification is not compromised.
Installer friendly features include colour coded terminals, angled to assist with easy conductor termination.
GET Ultimate grid
The GET Ultimate grid range provides all the flexibility necessary for today’s commercial, industrial and residential installations.
Front loaded modules offer all the flexibility, combination and convenience making the system ‘future proof’.
Plates from 1 gang up to 24 gang offer the widest choice in 10 colour ways ensure it complements GET’s flat plate range. The range is available with either moulded plates, decorative metal flatplate option or in a range of surface metalclad profiles.
To purchase any wiring device in any finish belonging to the GET Ultimate range, visit the GET Flat Plate section or the GET Grid Systems, on our site at the Switches and Sockets section OR at the GET Flat Plate / GET Grids and Modules section at switches-and-sockets sister website. Recently, we have updated are are in the process of updating the pictures and data of most of the ranges belonging to Ultimate Flat Plate Range from GET, so that you will find as many info as possible when you buy switches and sockets online.
The stainless steel range of switches, dimmers and sockets from Forbes and Lomax
Posted by admin in electrical products, light dimmers, products pictures, switches and sockets, website update on March 23, 2009
Forbes and Lomax is one of the top manufacturers of flat metal plate switches, dimmers and sockets, offering high quality stylish wiring devices for both domestic and commercial use. On our website you can find a wide range of Forbes & Lomax flat plate wiring devices in the following finishes:
- Invisible plate switches and sockets;
- Unlacquered brass switches and sockets;
- Stainless Steel switches, sockets, dimmers;
- Antique Bronze sockets, switches and dimmers;
- Painted sockets;
- Nickel Silver finished dimmers, sockets and switches;
The Forbes&Lomax Stainless Steel range of switches, sockets and dimmers has brushed stainless steel plates. At only 1.8 mm thick, the plates sit flush with the wall and suit contemporary interiors or kitchens. The wide range of socket outlets that Forbes and Lomax offers include a selection of network and audio visual sockets to suit the needs of the most high-tech installations. Also, a whole array of fused connections and cooker switches provide all you need to control and power your kitchen appliances. Read more below about the formats available, the features and dimensions of the stainless steel range, and the available models from Forbes&Lomax.
Stainless Steel range from Forbes & Lomax – available formats
- Dolly switch;
- European sockets;
- Rotary dimmer;
- Dimming system;
- Sockets.
Features and dimensions of the Forbes and Lomax Stainless Steel range
- Single plate: 86 x 86 mm;
- Double plate: 86 x 146 mm;
- Depth of plate: 1.8mm;;
- All the switches conform to BS EN 60669/1;
- The 13A sockets conform to BS1363; the 2A and 5A sockets conform to BS546;
- A full range of stainless steel socket outlets are available, including power outlets, telecom and data, audio and visual, fused connections and floor sockets;
- All the Forbes and Lomax stainless steel switches and sockets require British Standard 35mm deep flush wall boxes;
- All the Forbes and Lomax stainless steel products must be fitted by a qualified electrician.
Forbes & Lomax Stainless Steel – available models
Forbes & Lomax, the Stainless Steel range – button dimmer controller and 16A French socket with white insert.
Forbes and Lomax, the Stainless Steel range – rotary dimmer and dolly switch.
Forbes & Lomax, the Stainless Steel range – double 13A socket with black insert and dimming system(System 2) with black buttons.
The above models are “general” and specific ones, which can also have other features added/can be in more finishes and with different ways/gangs. To purchase the Forbes and Lomax switches, sockets and dimmers in stainless steel finish from our website, please visit the Flat plate switches/sockets, Metal plate, Forbes & Lomax(read the article introducing all the ranges from Forbes and Lomax). If you do not find a specific stainless steel switch, socket or dimmer manufactured by Forbes and Lomax, do not hesitate to contact us(or leave us a comment).