PRO ELEC 0138-BK PELB1578 1-Gang Trailing Socket, 13A, 250V, Black

For a set-up that needs a single connection for one device, the PRO ELEC 1-gang trailing socket keeps the job focused, whether you are organising a workshop, office or home workspace.

Its 13A rating and 250V supply voltage suit a clearly defined electrical connection, while the black finish gives it a straightforward, practical look.

Choose a single socket when you need one outlet for a specific appliance, a multi-outlet extension is the better fit when several devices need power at once. This socket is designed around the first requirement.

How it fits

The single-outlet format is intended for connecting one device at a time. A television is listed as a compatible device, and the socket is also described for use in workshop, office and home environments. It offers a simple way to add one connection where a multi-socket block would be unnecessary.

As a trailing socket, it forms part of a wired lead rather than acting as a complete plug-in extension on its own. The product is listed without a plug, so the connection needs to be made as part of a suitable lead. Take care with the wiring, and use a competent person if you are unsure about making an electrical connection.

Why it makes sense

The housing is described as high-impact rubberised plastic, with plastic also listed as the material. Its compact 8.6 x 8.6 cm dimensions make the socket easy to position as part of a single-outlet lead. The product is rated at 13A and 250V, conforms to BS1363/A and is listed as meeting RoHS requirements.

Buyers describe it as functional and straightforward to use, and some praise its build. Feedback on the material is mixed, with customers noting the plastic construction, views on wiring also vary, with some finding the terminals fiddly. These points make careful, correctly completed wiring an important part of setting it up.

A solid pick if your priority is a single socket for a dedicated device, rather than several outlets in one extension. Its one-gang layout keeps the connection count clear and avoids adding unused sockets to a compact set-up.

Product specs

• Type: 1-gang trailing socket
• Model: PELB1578
• Current rating: 13A
• Supply voltage: 250V
• Material: High-impact rubberised plastic
• Colour: Black
• Dimensions: 8.6 x 8.6 cm
• Standards: BS1363/A, RoHS
• Compatible device: Television
• What’s included: 1 socket

Questions before you buy

How many devices can it connect at once? It has one outlet and is intended to connect a single device at a time.

What are its electrical ratings? The socket is rated at 13A, with a supply voltage of 250V.

Does it include a plug? It is listed as a socket without a plug. It needs to be wired into a suitable lead to form a trailing connection, use a competent person if you are not confident with electrical wiring.

Final verdict

For a television or another single device in a home, office or workshop set-up, this PRO ELEC socket provides one clearly rated connection in a compact, black housing. Its single-outlet design is the practical choice when you need a dedicated socket rather than a multi-outlet extension.