UK Standard 5-Gang Power Strip with Integrated USB Charging Ports and 4 Metre Cable

This power strip provides a practical solution for expanding available mains outlets in homes, offices, or workshops. It combines five UK standard 13A socket outlets with integrated USB charging ports, allowing you to power multiple electrical devices and charge mobile phones or digital products from a single wall socket. Constructed from flame-retardant plastic, the unit meets basic electrical safety standards and is rated for 250V and 16A current. The included 4 metre long power cable offers significant placement flexibility, enabling the strip to be positioned conveniently on a desk, behind furniture, or in areas where wall sockets are limited.

Features and Construction

The design centres on functionality and compliance with UK electrical standards. Its core purpose is to safely multiply the number of devices you can power from one mains connection.

Material and Build

The main housing panel is manufactured from flame-retardant plastic. This material choice is specified for its role in electrical safety, helping to prevent the spread of flames in the event of a fault. The build incorporates a British standard plug and a deformable socket design, which refers to the standard UK 3-pin socket configuration. The unit is rated to handle a maximum current of 16A at 250V, defining its capacity for powering typical domestic electronics.

Size and Practical Fit

The power strip has compact dimensions of 437mm in length and 69mm in width, allowing it to sit neatly on a skirting board, desk, or shelf without occupying excessive space. The 4 metre integrated cable is a key practical feature, providing ample reach from a wall socket to where the devices are needed. This length makes it suitable for use in medium-sized rooms, home offices, or entertainment centres where devices may be spread out.

Uses and Placement

This product is designed for general-purpose power extension in environments following UK electrical standards.

Event or Professional Use

For temporary event setups, market stalls, or mobile workstations, the 4 metre cable and multiple sockets allow for powering equipment like laptops, monitors, lighting, and charging stations from a single distant wall outlet. The flame-retardant construction offers a base level of safety for such temporary electrical installations.

Everyday Home Use

In the home, it is ideal for entertainment centres behind a TV cabinet, home office desks with multiple computers and peripherals, or bedside tables requiring sockets for lamps, phone chargers, and other devices. The integrated USB ports provide convenient charging for smartphones, tablets, and wireless headphones without needing separate USB adapters plugged into the mains sockets.

Benefits and Buying Value

The value lies in combining outlet expansion with device charging in a single, safety-conscious unit.

Reuse and Low Maintenance

As a solid-state electronic accessory with no moving parts, the power strip requires minimal maintenance beyond keeping it free from dust and liquid spills. Its durable plastic construction is intended for long-term reuse in fixed locations around the home or office.

Why Choose This Product

This product addresses the common need for more socket outlets than are typically available on a room's walls. The inclusion of USB ports adds modern functionality for charging today's ubiquitous digital devices. Choosing this strip provides a consolidated, clutter-reducing solution compared to using multiple individual extension leads and USB power adapters.