Installation of sockets and switches

The reliability of the operation of all electrical appliances and devices depends on, how professional the wiring is. Installation of sockets and switches in Tallinn at AVGroup is quality, safety and convenience.

Types of switching products

Outlets and switches can be 2 types:

Open - used for outdoor wiring. All "filling" located inside the case. Devices are fixed to the wall surface.
Concealed - installed in boxes, embedded in the walls, or in special cylindrical slots. Attached with spacer antennae.

Sockets can be with 2 or 3 contacts (3-for grounding). By the number of connected devices - from single to quadruple. There are sockets with extended functionality:

with built-in RCD - to prevent electric shock;
with curtains - for protection from children;
with covers - for rooms with high humidity,
with USB connector - for charging smartphones and tablets without using a charger;
with Wi-Fi module - providing for remote control, used in systems "smart House".

The switches are also varied:

one-, two-, three-key;
push-button;
swivel;
sensory;
with regulator;
remote;
acoustic;
with motion sensor.

Most often, switches are used to control lighting fixtures.. Sometimes they can be used to turn air conditioners on or off., heating systems, ventilation, etc..

Where to place

Installation of sockets is recommended at a height of at least 0,3 m of sex and 0,5 m from heating batteries and pipelines. Do not put sockets near sinks, sinks or in cabinets. Switches must be located at a height 1,5-1,6 m near doorways, taking into account the direction of opening. If the room is humid, the apparatus must be outside. Indoors, which are related to fire- and explosive, switching products are not installed due to the high risk of sparking. Особенности монтажа розеток и выключателей Для подключения розеток в помещении прокладывается отдельная линия. Devices are connected to the circuit in series or in parallel. If you intend to use powerful household appliances, obligatory grounding contacts. The wires must have a cross section of at least 2,5 mm², to avoid overload and overheating. Switches are built into the phase conductor circuit. It is strictly forbidden to connect to the neutral conductor.. In rooms with high humidity and unstable temperature, the switch is removed outside of it. Minimum wire cross-section - 1,5 mm².