Legrand Galion 1-Gang British Standard 13A Switched Socket (Matt Black) — Model 282432-C
This premium 1-Gang Switched Socket is a high-performance electrical outlet engineered to combine minimalistic styling with advanced safety engineering. A key asset within the borderless Galion range by Legrand, this single-gang outlet boasts a sleek, ultra-modern full-cover plate design. As shown in the file “LEGRAND SINGLE SOCKET 13A 282432-C.jpg”, the product features a striking, high-end Matt Black finish and a low-profile vertical rocker switch that gently integrates into any high-end contemporary interior. Supplied complete and ready for installation under a single catalog number, it serves as a highly functional and sophisticated wiring terminal for home and commercial environments.
Key Features
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Minimalist Borderless Profile: Designed with a slim, rimless aesthetic that cleanly mounts flush against walls, offering an elegant alternative to traditional bulky sockets.
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Advanced Child Safety Shutters: Outfitted with robust, fiberglass-reinforced nylon safety shutters over the flat pin connections to maximize protection against accidental contact.
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Honeycomb Supporting Frame: Features an engineered honeycomb design supporting grid on the back of the module, providing exceptional structural stability, rigidity, and resistance to deformation during wall box tightening.
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Enhanced Screw-Type Terminals: Built with heavy-duty screw terminals that establish high-pressure electrical contact for maximum continuity and reduced risk of overheating.
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Waste-Reducing Strip Indicator: Incorporates a convenient, molded wire strip length indicator on the back casing to simplify cable preparation and prevent structural wire waste during setup.
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Marked Rear Terminals: High-contrast terminal markings are permanently debossed onto the rear housing to enable swift, error-free lead tracing for installer crews.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Product Type | 1-Gang British Standard Switched Socket |
| Manufacturer / Brand | Legrand |
| Product Range / Series | Galion |
| Model / Reference Number | 282432-C |
| Outlet Configuration | Single $2\text{P}+\text{E}$ (Flat Pin Format) |
| Nominal Current Rating | 13 Amperes |
| Nominal Voltage / Frequency | 250 V AC (50-60 Hz) |
| Switch Mechanism | Single Pole Switched (On/Off Rocker) |
| Terminal / Cable Capacity | 1 mm² to 4 mm² (Rigid or Flexible conductors) |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 86 mm x 88 mm x 29.6 mm |
| Minimum Box Depth | 25 mm (Built-in depth: 18 mm) |
| Material Base / Finish | Halogen-Free Thermoplastic / Matt Black |
| Ingress / Impact Protection | IP20 / IK04 |
| Operating Temperature | -5°C to +50°C |
Applications
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High-End Residential Interiors: Seamlessly integrated into upscale living rooms, home theaters, and bedrooms matching modern dark-accent decor styles.
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Boutique Offices & Boardrooms: Providing highly reliable wall-plug hubs along office cubicles and meeting rooms for computers and AV presentation hardware.
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Luxury Hospitality Guestrooms: Installed across hotels, lounges, and upscale reception desks seeking premium, low-profile British Standard electrical fixtures.
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Modern Commercial Showrooms: Serves as a sleek, reliable power interface for digital kiosks, retail displays, and high-traffic public installations.







