Which brand of switch/socket should I change to?

[HappyHippyDad]

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.

 

[Dustydazzler]

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

 

[loz2754]

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

 

[buzzlightyear]

Me always use click, no other brand.

 

[Leesparkykent]

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

 

[Zerax]

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

 

[WallaceP]

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

 

[Dave OCD]

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.

 

[UNG]

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

 

[ferg]

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

 

[telectrix]

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

 

[ruston]

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

 

[pirate]

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

 

[HappyHippyDad]

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

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.

 

[telectrix]

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.

 

[Strima]

TBH I think LAP have improved over the last couple of years, I've used a lot on rentals due to the usual cost cutting by landlords and they've held up well enough.

I do like Schneider kit but also Click.

 

[Baddegg]

Click scolmore for me to ?

 

[MG201]

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.

The new MK BASE ( basic I think ) is a good bet it is their new cheaper range but still has the MK QUALITY. Has push fit connections, only seen positive reviews

 

[ruston]

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.

Hager is /was my first choice , but the trouble up here is that around the wholesalers there is only one that stocks them, so most of the jobbing sparks end up it the big sheds and buy what they can get.

 

[Dave OCD]

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

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They were great sockets, back when MK were the best with real quality. But the backbox would have to be installed dead level, imagine how that would turn out on the average new build estate now. ?