Switches Brands

[NathanMorgan]

I'm currently in the process of a house refurb and next on my to-do list is light switches and wall sockets.

I've narrowed it down to two brands which are MK & Crabtree and Screwfix stock both at reasonable prices.

Which brand shall I go for?

- Nathan

 

[NathanMorgan]

On the subject of Schneider Electrics....

We've recently had a Schneider Electrics Easy 9 consumable unit installed to replace an old fuse box.

What's your opinions on the Easy 9?

 

[Andy78]

I use all Hager accesssories now. I don't offer a cheap or expensive option to my customers in white plastic anymore.
Really good quality good looking gear that ticks all the boxes.

 

[telectrix]

On the subject of Schneider Electrics....

We've recently had a Schneider Electrics Easy 9 consumable unit installed to replace an old fuse box.

What's your opinions on the Easy 9?

nice board. only fitted 1 and liked it.

 

[edrobbo8]

I wasn't a big fan of the easy 9 board, felt cheap and nasty (compared to other Schneider kit which I am a fan of).

I agree with E54 re MK, always used to fit it until about 2 years ago when quality dropped right off, now mainly fit GET or Hager white plastic, and I have changed so many failed Crabtree switches and sockets that I would avoid them as well! Overpriced tack IMO.

BG isn't too bad, but I can buy Hager for cheaper and it is better looking if you ask me!

 

[Guest77]

For domestic plates I like Hager, looks neat and pretty tidy, better than the MK trash which is now made in never never land.

 

[rapparee]

Click or selectric is what i use

 

[shanky887614]

have you guys tried polar or legrand? not bad

 

[rapparee]

have you guys tried polar or legrand? not bad

I use legrand modular stuff for test rigs for assembly lines, it allows you to have 3 socket types in one faceplate (uk, schuko, aussie, etc) i have to say they're very hard wearing, sockets plugged in/out 150 times a day and they last for years

 

[Guest77]

have you guys tried polar or legrand? not bad

neverheard of polar, and legrand is okay in commercial plates but pants IMO in domestic.

 

[NathanMorgan]

does anyone know of any shops that stock Hager switches and sockets as I'd rather have a look first hand rather than buying off the web?

 

[Guest77]

does anyone know of any shops that stock Hager switches and sockets as I'd rather have a look first hand rather than buying off the web?

Edmunsons electrical are huge stockists as are a few wholesalers, if you buy in bulk you will get a good deal.

 

[Brightspark2]

Click or selectric is what i use

Selectric are absolute dog poo....

 

[Octopus]

Edmunsons electrical are huge stockists as are a few wholesalers, if you buy in bulk you will get a good deal.

yeh, but he's a DIYer

 

[rapparee]

Selectric are absolute dog poo....

Sometimes it is the only thing available at the local trade counter.

 

[telectrix]

my local w/saler does schneider, click, and BG nexus. that's enough choice for me.lol.