Which brand of switch/socket should I change to?

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• Sep 12, 2021

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I have used Crabtree for years. It's still ok, but I just don't like their sockets, as they stick out quite a bit compared to say MK or even the Lap ones.

Which brand is good to use? I do like the look of MK, but it's a bit expensive. I tend to buy in bulk and keep it in stock.

 

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MK do a new rangehttps://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/MB2747.html

 

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• Sep 12, 2021

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My go to sockets are Scolmore Click Mode.
Nice looking, good quality and not expensive.

 

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Me always use click, no other brand.

 

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Click mode for me as well. Generally because of the versatility of being able to change modules in the switches.

 

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Scolmore Click for me too... get hold of it easily too...

 

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Hager sollysta is pretty good, the amount of packaging and these little white covers are a bit of a pain but look good when fitted,
Prices are ok online with most wholesalers stocking them also if you get caught short of stock

 

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I've been using Click Mode for years too, decent quality accessories. But recently I've been trying Niglon, they're all but identical to the Click but even better value.

 

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• Sep 12, 2021

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Been using Click Mode for a good while now with no problems,
The interchangeable plate switches mean you configure them to your exact requirement

 

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Hager sollysta for me.
Switch modules are interchangeable on 1g and 2g but not 3g.
Been using them for years with no issues.

 

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sticking with these till something better comes up. obviously i use the plugs with the fuse L pin to comply with curre nt regs. ??

 

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Hager or click was my choice. They even look very similar in appearance.

 

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I have a good stock of these, but having difficulty sourcing the back boxes...

 

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Leesparkykent said:

Click mode for me as well. Generally because of the versatility of being able to change modules in the switches.

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Who are you? ?

Cheers all, reckon I'll give click a go. I checked out a few older threads and it was pretty much identical suggestions. 80% click, 15% Hagar and 5% other.

 

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pirate said:

I have a good stock of these, but having difficulty sourcing the back boxes...

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JUST BUY A BAG OF 4" NAILS.