Two gang FCU with outlets?

[opps]

Customer asked me to put her TV up on the wall. She wants it as close to the wall as possible. That means that there is no space to plug it into the existing two gang socket. I suggested cutting the plug off the power flex and using a FCU with an outlet, but I have only ever seen them in single gang options.

I guess I could cut a hole for a single FCU and use the existing two gang socket as a supply but the wall is plasterboard over 18mm ply and the local CEF often don't have back boxes that can deal with walls that thick.

 

[EFLImpudence]

Customer asked me to put her TV up on the wall. She wants it as close to the wall as possible. That means that there is no space to plug it into the existing two gang socket. I suggested cutting the plug off the power flex and using a FCU with an outlet, but I have only ever seen them in single gang options

There are only singles -

Dual back-box with two
or
Grid modules.

 

[opps]

There are only singles -

Dual back-box with two
or
Grid modules.

The dual back box with two- can you provide a link (please)? Will it work with a regular drywall type 2 gang? If not I will look at grid modules. Thanks.

 

[ericmark]

I used LAP (Screwfix own) grid system.

 

[EFLImpudence]

Just the first that came up -

https://www.screwfix.com/p/appleby-1-1-gang-dry-lining-knockout-box-35mm/22772

 

[plugwash]

A dual (two single accessories) box requires a slightly larger hole in the wall than a double box (one double accessory) and you may struggle to find one that is compatible with your thick wall.

I think the grid modules are probably the way to go. Nearly all grid ranges offer fuses and flex outlets.

 

[ebee]

Dual "Fastafix" type and 2 x FCU might be an option , you can get them (and other makes) in single, twin, dual and twin + single versions.

Twin + Single version shown below

 

[sparkwright]

What about 2 FCUs - a METAL dual box, screwed in at the edges into the 18mm ply?

 

[securespark]

DP switch, fuse module, flex outlet and blank plus a 4 mod front plate from BG Euro module range.

 

[FrodoOne]

Does the UK NOT have "Recessed" wall boxes -
such as
https://www.sparkydirect.com.au/p/M...l-Point-with-Built-in-Cable-Management-System
or

Recessed TV Wall Box for Power and Data New or Old Construction, White

Buy the Arlington TVBU505K white TV wall Box for recessed power and low voltage in new or old construction.

www.conferencetableboxes.com

 

[ebee]

I am not aware of them Frodo

 

[Sureitsoff?]

Syncbox SB-Direct

Syncbox SB-Direct: A hidden, flush, recessed socket perfect for TV and soundbar setups. Add up to 4 AV modules. Ideal for wall-mounted TVs.

www.electrical4less.co.uk

this is a recessed box intended for behind TV etc but a. You need a deep hole (and a thick enough wall to put the hole in!) and b. Deep pockets

 

[plugwash]

Does the UK NOT have "Recessed" wall boxes

They aren't common.

I suspect one factor is that UK plugs are always "right angled" and relatively low profile. On the one hand this reduces the need for recessed wall boxes, and on the other hand means if you do have one it has to be quite large to avoid compatibility issues.

I suspect another factor is that a large proportion of UK walls are solid brick, which would make cutting a hole for such a thing a lot more effort.

 

[Sureitsoff?]

Does the UK NOT have "Recessed" wall boxes -

We dont need them as our plug/socket combination is engineered correctly!!

 

[ebee]

We dont need them as our plug/socket combination is engineered correctly!!

Well our plug/socket arrangement is a right angle flex cord which I believe helps avoid pull out largely, probably leads to increased risk of socket contact area weakening slightly.