Types of Electrical Power Points by AGM Electrical Supplies

AGM Electrical Supplies offers a range of electrical power points for electrical use to fulfill your needs. If you're looking for regular outlets USB charging ports or special outlet for your appliances we offer many options to choose from. Our power outlets are built of high-quality materials and are built to comply with Australian security standards. Explore our options now to find the perfect electric point that is suitable for business or home

1. 10 Amp Power Points

An electrical powerpoint with a 10 amp rating is one kind socket outlet that can be found in the house. It's typically found in areas where there are lots of electronics, including the living room and bedrooms. It's also a great option for smaller appliances like refrigerators and range hoods.

The plugs feature two prongs that are flat that are set at 30 degrees towards the horizontal. The centres of the plugs are 6.3 millimeters apart. The distance between them is 6.3 millimeters. the pin that is used for grounding is a little larger than the other, measuring 8.4 millimetres long and 6.4 millimetres wide.

The principal purpose for this outlet is to supply power to devices that require more power than what a 10 Amp outlet could provide. It is because many devices nowadays need greater than 10 Amps to function properly and an 15 Amp outlet will allow them to function in a safe manner. It is also useful in the case of tablets, phones, and other devices that have to be regularly charged.

2. 15 Amp Power Points

Electrical power points are one of the most important parts of a home electrical system. They can be used to power various appliances and electronic devices that require electricity. These include lamps, TVs, computers, power adapters for mobile phones and tablets and other similar devices.

General power outlets are 10 amp but a 15 amp electrical power point is designed for appliances that demand more power than general outlets can safely handle. These are generally found in areas of the home that need a more powerful electrical supply, such as a garage or workshop.

These electrical power points are available in both polarized two-slot designs and three-slot grounded models. The polarized designs have two vertical slots for hot (the shorter slot) and neutral (the longer slot) as well as a rounded "U" shaped ground slot. The ground slot of these outlets is usually shorter than the hot and neutral slots to prevent accidentally plugging a wire in the wrong orientation.

3. 20 Amp Power Points

The 20 Amp electrical power points is a type of outlet that is used to power appliances. It is a common and safe type of outlet that is compatible with most wire sizes.

Typical household circuits have a maximum current limit of 20 amps. The circuit breaker disconnects the power when the current exceeds this limit to prevent overheating wires, surges and fires.

Both 15 and 20 ampere outlets look similar, with two vertical slots for hot (the shorter one) and neutral and a round slot for ground. However, the 20 ampere outlet has a special T-shaped slot on one side that is only for a 20 amp plug.

Typically, it is recommended to install single 20 Amp electrical power points receptacle in conjunction with a corresponding 20 Amp circuit breaker. This ensures that the load is properly managed and that you never overload your circuit or breaker. As a general rule of thumb, a maximum of 10 outlets should be installed on a single 20 Amp circuit.

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AGM Electrical Supplies has been the leading electrical wholesaler of power points and other electrical supplies since the last 15 years. The versatile category range includes Clipsal power points, RCD protected power points, HPM Excel power points, weatherproof power points, stainless steel power points and much more. With AGM Electrical Supplies, you can buy the reliable electrical supplies at the most reasonable rates. What are you waiting for?