Tower Extension Lead 5m with USB Slots & PD 20W Fast Charger (12-way, 13A Surge Protected)
Product description
If your desk and TV cabinet have run out of plug sockets, a tower extension lead is one of those fixes that feels boring—until you actually need it. This one brings a long 5m cable with a vertical “tower” layout, plus multiple AC outlets and several USB charging points in the same place.
It’s the kind of setup that suits a home office, study, or shared living space where you’re constantly juggling laptops, phones, printers and speakers. Just keep your expectations realistic: it’s built to distribute power safely, but it’s not magic—how much you can run at once will depend on your total load.
Where it fits best
A tower extension lead like this is designed for clutter-prone areas: desks, media units, and home office corners where power is available but not in the right number or height. With 12 AC outlets, you can spread devices out rather than stacking multi-adaptors.
On top of that, you get 5 USB charging ports, including one USB-C port that supports fast charging (up to 20W). So for daily use—charging a phone, topping up a tablet, or keeping a smartwatch from running low—it reduces how many separate chargers you need to keep on the shelf.
As a micro-example: imagine you’re working at your computer, with a monitor, laptop charger and a printer nearby. You plug the mains leads into the tower’s AC sockets, then connect your phone and tablet to the USB slots. Cable management gets easier because you’re not feeding extra “brick” chargers into the same socket.
Key takeaways
What matters most with this model is the mix: 5m reach, a high number of AC outlets, and integrated USB charging (4 USB A ports max 2.4A per port, plus a USB-C port with up to 20W, 5V/3A, 9V/2A, 12V/1.5A—based on the information provided).
It’s also positioned for people who want surge protection and multiple safety features in one unit. There are multiple layers here, including a surge protector and overload/over-temperature protection, alongside a built-in safety gate and an automatic shut-off behaviour during overwhelming surges.
The tower format can be easier to live with than a flat multi-plug if your devices have bulky adapters—vertical space tends to help reduce “domino” overcrowding.
What to know about charging
The USB charging part is likely the biggest “day-to-day” reason to consider this lead. The USB-A ports are listed as up to max 2.4A per port, while the USB-C port is specified as fast charging up to 20W.
Depending on your devices, that can mean less waiting when you’re on a deadline, and fewer wall chargers around the home. That said, fast charging is only as good as the device support on the other end—if your gadget doesn’t take 20W USB-C charging, you’ll simply get slower charging via the available profiles.
Also worth noting: because you’re combining many sockets and USB ports in a single unit, it’s sensible to think about total power draw if you’re planning to run higher-wattage appliances alongside electronics.
Tech specs
- Name: Tower Extension Lead 5m with USB Slots and PD 20W USB-C Fast Charger, 12 Way Surge Protected Extension Tower
- Type: Tower extension lead (multi socket extension with surge protection and USB charging)
- Capacity: Total maximum output 3250W/13A
- Size: 5m extension cable length
- USB ports: 5 USB (4× USB A + 1× USB C)
- USB-A charging: max 2.4A per port
- USB-C charging: max 20W (5V/3A, 9V/2A, 12V/1.5A)
- AC outlets: 12 outlets
- Surge protection: surge protector with automatic shut-off during overwhelming surges (e.g., lightning-related surges per description)
Where it shines (and where it may disappoint)
Where it shines is straightforward: if you need lots of plug points in one place and you also want USB charging built in, it reduces the amount of separate chargers you need. The surge protection angle also matters if you’re powering a TV, computer, or other electronics that you’d rather not expose to voltage spikes and surges.
On the “not perfect” side, this will generally sit in the practical, everyday category rather than being a reason to power heavy appliances all at once. With any extension lead rated for a given maximum (here, 3250W/13A), there’s a limit to what you can run simultaneously. If your plan is to run multiple high-wattage items at once, you may need to rethink the setup.
Care & maintenance
A tower lead is at its best when it’s used sensibly and kept clean. Avoid getting cables or plugs trapped where they can be pulled, and keep the tower in a position where airflow isn’t blocked.
If it ever looks or feels loose, stop using it and check connections before plugging anything else in. For longevity, treat it like a piece of household electrics rather than a temporary desk gadget—especially because the lead is described as having a fire-resistant, flame-retardant PC shell.
Pros
- 12 AC outlets in a tower layout, helpful for desk or media-unit setups
- USB charging built in, including a USB-C fast charging port up to 20W
- Surge protection and additional safety features (overload and over-temperature protection mentioned)
- 5m cable length for more flexible placement
- Designed with a fire-resistant flame-retardant shell (as described)
Is it worth it?
It’s worth buying if you’re trying to replace a tangled set of chargers and extension blocks with one central tower: home office, shared desks, and TV/computer areas are the obvious fit. The USB-C up to 20W plus the multiple USB-A ports make it practical for day-to-day charging without hunting for wall adapters.
You may want to skip it if you specifically need just a couple of sockets and minimal USB—this is more “power distribution” than “simple extension”. Also, if you’re planning to run several high-power appliances simultaneously, remember it’s capped at a total maximum output of 3250W/13A, so you’ll need to manage what you plug in.
Before you buy, it’s sensible to check what devices you’ll run, how many chargers you’re trying to eliminate, and whether the USB-C fast charging will be useful for the gadgets you own.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
How many USB ports does it have?
It includes 5 USB ports in total: 1 USB-C and the remaining USB-A ports (with USB-A up to max 2.4A per port, and USB-C up to 20W).
Does it protect against surges?
The description states it has surge protection with additional safeguards such as overload and over-temperature protection, and that power to the outlet will automatically shut off during overwhelming surges.
Is 5m enough for a desk or home office?
5m is a common length for desk and room layouts, and it should give you some flexibility to place the tower without needing to trail the cable across the whole room.
Can it charge phones and tablets as well as laptops?
Yes—by design it can power electronics via AC outlets (for laptops and other mains devices) and charge devices via its USB ports (including USB-C fast charging).
What should I watch for before plugging everything in?
Because it has a stated total maximum output of 3250W/13A, it’s worth keeping an eye on the combined power draw of whatever you plan to run from the AC sockets.