ABB Millenium 13A Single Pole Switched Socket Stainless Steel AM23386-ST

Yes. Its BS 13A socket configuration is compatible with the Type G plugs widely used in the UAE, while its 250V AC rating is appropriate for correctly designed circuits operating on the UAE’s nominal 230V AC, 50Hz supply. Installation must comply with the current UAE electrical regulations, project specifications and requirements of the relevant local authority, such as DEWA, ADDC or SEWA, as applicable.

Single-pole switching means the socket switch disconnects the live conductor while the neutral remains connected. This provides convenient local control of the connected appliance, but it should not be treated as complete electrical isolation. Before installation, maintenance or testing, the circuit must be isolated at the distribution board and verified as de-energised.

The socket is suitable for compatible appliances and equipment fitted with a BS Type G plug, provided the connected load does not exceed the socket’s 13A rating or the circuit design limits. Typical uses include computers, televisions, small office equipment, chargers and domestic appliances. High-load equipment must be checked against its nameplate current and the circuit capacity before connection.

Yes. The 1-gang format and stainless steel appearance make it suitable for villas, apartments, offices, hotels, shops and premium interior fit-outs. Contractors should confirm that the selected ABB Millenium frame, back box, wiring accessories and finish match the approved material schedule and architectural requirements of the project.

The socket is designed for flush mounting, with fixed wiring and terminals concealed behind the finished wall. Installation generally involves isolating the circuit, confirming the back box depth and condition, terminating live, neutral and earth conductors at the marked terminals, securing the mechanism without trapping cables, fitting the matching frame and completing electrical tests. Installation should only be carried out by a qualified electrician in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and local regulations.

The listed product dimensions are approximately 35 x 86 x 86 mm, and the face size is approximately 86 x 86 mm. The selected flush back box must provide sufficient internal depth for the socket body, cable bends and safe terminal clearance. Before wall cutting or first-fix work, verify the ABB Millenium mounting arrangement, frame compatibility and actual back-box requirements against the supplied product documentation.

Cable size cannot be selected from the socket rating alone. It must be determined from the circuit type, protective device, installation method, conductor material, ambient temperature, grouping, voltage drop and applicable UAE wiring requirements. The conductors must also fall within the terminal capacity specified by ABB. A qualified electrical engineer or electrician should confirm the cable and breaker selection for the project.

A BS 13A socket installation requires protective earthing, and the circuit protective conductor must be terminated at the designated earth terminal in accordance with the product markings and approved wiring design. Earth continuity, polarity and insulation resistance should be tested before the circuit is energised. Never use the socket if the earthing system is absent or defective.

Do not assume that the stainless steel finish makes the socket waterproof or corrosion-proof. No IP rating is specified in the supplied product data, so it should generally be used in dry indoor locations unless ABB confirms otherwise. Installation in bathrooms, kitchens, balconies, gardens, plant rooms or other damp and exposed areas requires the correct zoning, enclosure and IP-rated accessory specified by the electrical consultant and local regulations.

After installation, the electrician should perform the tests required for the circuit and project, including protective-conductor continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, earth-fault protection and functional operation of the switch and outlet. Terminal tightness should be checked to ABB’s specified requirements, and test results should be recorded as part of the project’s inspection and commissioning documentation.

It may be used on a suitably designed final circuit where permitted by the approved electrical design and local regulations. Whether the project uses a ring or radial arrangement depends on the cable size, circuit protection, connected load, installation conditions and authority requirements. The socket’s 13A rating does not by itself define the circuit topology or protective-device rating.

Key specifications include a 13A rated current, 250V AC rating, BS 13A socket outlet configuration, single-pole integrated switch, 1-gang format and flush-mounted installation. The listed dimensions are approximately 35 x 86 x 86 mm, and the product features a stainless steel finish for coordinated modern interiors.

Isolate the electrical supply before maintenance and wipe the visible surface with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not spray cleaner directly onto the socket, and avoid abrasive pads, acidic chemicals, solvents or excessive moisture that could damage the finish or enter the mechanism. Replace the accessory if it becomes loose, overheats, discolours, cracks or shows signs of damaged terminals.

Confirm the model number AM23386-ST, 13A and 250V AC ratings, single-pole switching, 1-gang layout, BS Type G compatibility, flush-mounting requirements and stainless steel finish. Also check frame and back-box compatibility, required quantity, approved project submittal and whether the installation location requires an IP-rated or specialised socket.