ABB Millenium 13A Double Pole Switched Socket with LED Stainless Steel AM23886-ST

Double-pole switching disconnects both the live and neutral conductors when the socket is switched off. This provides more complete local isolation than a single-pole mechanism. The protective earth conductor remains permanently connected and must never be switched.

The socket has a rated current of 13A, a rated voltage of 250V AC, a BS 13A socket-outlet configuration, double-pole switching and an LED status indicator. It is a 1-gang flush-mounted unit with listed dimensions of approximately 86 x 86 mm and a depth of 35 mm.

Yes, its 250V AC rating and BS 13A socket format suit the nominal 230V, 50Hz supply and British-style plugs commonly used in the UAE. Product selection, circuit design and installation must still comply with the applicable requirements of the relevant UAE authority, such as DEWA, ADDC or the local emirate authority, together with approved project specifications.

The integrated LED provides a quick visual indication of the switch or connected-circuit status. This is useful in homes, hotel rooms, offices and commercial spaces where users need to identify whether the outlet has been switched on. The exact illumination behaviour should be confirmed from the wiring diagram supplied with the product.

It is suitable for indoor fixed-wiring applications such as apartments, villas, offices, hotels, retail premises and other residential or commercial developments. It can supply compatible appliances and equipment whose operating current remains within the socket rating. It is not intended as a substitute for a dedicated connection point for high-load or permanently connected equipment.

The socket is designed for flush mounting in a compatible concealed wall box. A qualified electrician should isolate and verify the circuit as dead, confirm the box depth and cable condition, terminate live, neutral and earth conductors at their marked terminals, secure the mechanism without trapping cables, fit the matching frame and then perform the required continuity, polarity, insulation and functional tests before energising the circuit.

Contractors should verify the wall-box dimensions and depth, cable size, terminal capacity, circuit protective device, earthing arrangement and final wall finish. They should also allow adequate space for safe conductor bending behind the approximately 35 mm-deep unit and confirm that the ABB Millenium frame and associated components are compatible.

It may be used with compatible BS-style plugs and appliances that do not exceed the outlet's 13A rating or the permitted load of the final circuit. Equipment with high starting currents, sustained heavy loads or manufacturer requirements for a dedicated circuit should be assessed by an electrical engineer or qualified electrician before connection.

The stainless steel finish provides a modern appearance, but it does not by itself establish an ingress-protection rating. For kitchens, bathrooms, balconies, gardens or other damp and exposed locations, the installer must check the product's documented IP rating, required installation zones and local electrical regulations. Use a suitably rated weatherproof outlet where exposure to water, dust or humidity is expected.

The socket is well suited to premium residential, hospitality, office and retail fit-outs where concealed wiring and a coordinated metal-finish accessory range are specified. Its 1-gang format, flush profile, LED indication and double-pole control support neat installation and convenient local power isolation.

The ABB Millenium system uses a coordinated frame to complete the installed appearance. Contractors should confirm the exact package contents and select a frame compatible with model AM23886-ST, the 1-gang configuration and the chosen stainless steel finish before installation.

Switch off and safely isolate the circuit before maintenance. Clean the visible surface with a soft, dry or lightly damp cloth and avoid abrasive pads, solvents or acidic cleaners that may damage the finish. If the socket becomes loose, discoloured, unusually warm, cracked or intermittent, stop using it and have the circuit inspected by a qualified electrician.

The AM23886-ST combines a widely used BS 13A outlet format with a 13A, 250V AC rating, double-pole switching, LED status indication, secure fixed-wiring terminals and flush installation. Its stainless steel finish also suits contemporary UAE residential and commercial interiors where coordinated electrical accessories are required.