ABB Millenium 5A Double Pole Single Switched Socket Mocha Brown AM22186-MO

Keep the socket dry and clean it only with a soft, dry or lightly dampened cloth after isolating power; avoid abrasive cleaners and solvents that may damage the mocha brown finish. Periodically check for looseness, discoloration, heat marks, cracking, buzzing or intermittent operation. If any defect is found, stop using the outlet and have it inspected by a qualified electrician rather than attempting a live repair.

The electrician should inspect terminal tightness, conductor identification, earth continuity, polarity, insulation resistance and the operation of the double-pole switch. The circuit protective device and any RCD or RCBO should also be tested as required. Functional testing must confirm that the connected load is compatible, the socket is securely mounted and the finished faceplate sits correctly against the wall.

The mocha brown finish provides a coordinated appearance for interiors using timber, stone, warm neutral colours or dark decorative panels. It can be particularly suitable for villas, hotels, offices and premium residential fit-outs. For a consistent result, contractors should confirm that the selected frame and adjacent ABB Millenium wiring accessories use the matching finish before procurement.

RCD or RCBO protection depends on the circuit type, location, wiring method, applicable regulations and local authority requirements. Socket-outlet circuits commonly require additional protection, but the precise device rating and arrangement must be established by the electrical designer or licensed contractor. The 5A rating of the outlet does not replace correctly coordinated overcurrent and residual-current protection.

The supplied information does not state an IP rating, so the socket should be considered for normal dry indoor locations unless ABB documentation confirms otherwise. Installation in bathrooms, wet kitchen zones, balconies, gardens or outdoor areas requires suitable ingress protection, correct zoning and any additional protective measures mandated by local regulations. Do not expose an unverified indoor socket to water, condensation, dust or direct weather.

Yes, it can suit UAE residential, hospitality and commercial projects where a specified 5A round-pin outlet is required. Selection and installation should comply with the approved project specification, current UAE electrical requirements and the rules of the relevant local authority, such as DEWA or another applicable utility. Where BS 7671 is referenced by the project or authority, the installation should also follow its current applicable requirements.

Cable size cannot be selected from the socket rating alone. It must be determined by the circuit protective device, installation method, conductor material, ambient temperature, grouping, voltage drop, fault protection and project requirements. A qualified electrical engineer or electrician should calculate the conductor size and verify that it is compatible with the socket terminals and the approved circuit design.

Use a flush mounting box and ABB Millenium-compatible frame or accessory system that match the mechanism, fixing centres and required installation depth. The listed product depth is approximately 35 mm, but extra clearance may be needed for conductor bending and safe termination. For blockwork, drywall, joinery or decorative wall panels, coordinate the box position and finished surface level before plastering or cladding.

Installation is flush mounted, with the wiring and compatible mounting box concealed behind the finished wall. A qualified electrician should isolate the supply, verify the circuit is dead, prepare the correct back box, terminate live, neutral and protective earth conductors at the identified terminals, secure the mechanism, fit the matching frame and test the completed circuit. Terminal identification and ABB installation instructions must always be followed.

The socket must not carry more than its stated 5A current rating. At a nominal 230V supply, 5A corresponds to approximately 1,150W as a basic resistive-load calculation, but this is not a universal appliance allowance. Motor, transformer, LED-driver and other inductive or high-inrush loads require additional assessment. Follow the equipment manufacturer’s data, circuit design and applicable derating requirements.

It should not be treated as a direct replacement for the commonly used UAE 13A Type G socket. The AM22186-MO accepts a 5A round-pin plug and is intended for specifically designed low-current circuits or equipment. Contractors should confirm the plug format, connected load and consultant-approved electrical schedule before specifying it for a UAE project.

This socket is suitable for compatible low-current equipment fitted with the correct 5A round-pin plug. Typical project applications may include controlled lighting points, table lamps, hotel-room lighting circuits and selected residential or commercial appliances whose electrical demand remains within the outlet and circuit ratings. Appliance plug type, load and project specification must be checked before use.

Double-pole switching means the socket switch disconnects both live and neutral conductors simultaneously. This offers more comprehensive local isolation than a single-pole switch, which normally interrupts only the live conductor. The protective earth, where required by the circuit and connected equipment, must remain continuous and must not be switched.

Key specifications include a 5A rated current, 250V AC rated voltage, 5A round-pin connector, double-pole switching, 1-gang configuration and flush-mounted installation. The listed dimensions are approximately 35 x 86 x 86 mm, with an 86 mm-wide faceplate. Model AM22186-MO belongs to the ABB Millenium range and has a mocha brown finish.