Three winners will each receive a Timeguard IP66 Weathersafe SRCD.
It’s a simple request for an outdoor socket, but there’s usually more to it than that before you decide what to install.
First you need to decide what level of IP protection is right for the job at hand. In simple terms, the higher the number, the greater the degree of protection and the costs will inevitably reflect that. So, make the right choice at the start.
The ratings you’re likely to see at the wholesalers are IP55, IP65, IP66 and IP68. The first IP number indicates dust protection, and the second is the degree of protection from water/moisture. So, for instance, an IP55 product is protected against dust ingress that could be harmful for the normal operation of the product, while IP65 or IP66 are fully dust tight.
Water ingress is for proof against a low-pressure nozzle, while ‘6’ indicates protection against a high-pressure water jet. For very high levels of protection, IP68 is dust tight and protected against long periods of immersion in water under pressure and are often chosen for inline connectors that may be exposed or even buried in the garden for years on end.
If the user wants to be able to check the status of outdoor power at a glance, you can provide models with clear windows, but check the specs for a polycarbonate that will stay clear and not cloud over and look tacky. Look for impact resistant cases, especially for installation in heavy ‘garden-traffic’ areas.
Locking covers will add safety, especially when kids are around, and even prevent power theft.
HOW TO ENTER
ENTER THE FREE PRIZE DRAW TO WIN A TIMEGUARD WEATHERSAFE SRCD BY FILLING OUT THE CONTACT FORM BELOW.
Deadline for entries: 10/05/2024. Usual T&Cs apply.
