Nice item. Some have questioned the quality compared with the original items that are no doubt being replaced, but I have to say that the quality seems up to scratch to me. Yes, the plastic parts such as the switches themselves are a little lighter, however, plastics technology has moved on in the last 20 years so this doesn't mean that it is lower quality or less durable just because it feels lighter. Also, how robust do you need these to be? This is up to the job in my view.
Some have said the screw threads are a different size - mine fit the old back box just fine, but if they had been different, then of course just use the old screws. The visible screws on the unit are not the screws that screw in to the back box - these are just the screws that hold the front plate to the frame of the unit, so if your screws are tarnished, don't worry, you will use the new visible screws - the ones that may need to re-use are the ones behind the plate that you can't see once fitted.
I read a review elsewhere that said that the central piece where the socket and switches are moved about a bit and didn't seem well mounted. In fact this would happen if those hidden screws were not screwed in far enough. The visible screws are quite short so if you screw the main screws in too far, they short screws won't reach their sockets when you try to fit the face plate. However, if you don't screw them in far enough, when you come to fit the face plate, the short screws become fully screwed in before they tighten the face plate to the wall. The point here is that those final few turns when you tighten the plate to the wall have the effect of pulling the back plate forward thus tensioning the hidden main screws. This in turn holds that middle part tight.
I preferred the old unit without the neon indicators, but that is all that is available these days. My only criticism is the off white colour - it could have been a brighter white. It's in much better stat than my old unit but it doesn't really look new. The main reason I had to replace was because the old socket had become unserviceable and at least I can now use this one. If you need one - get one; the quality is fine.
| Manufacturer | Mk |
|---|---|
| Part Number | K5011 WHI |
| Package Dimensions | 18.7 x 17.3 x 9.6 cm; 659 g |
| Item model number | K5011 WHI |
| Size | Medium |
| Colour | White |
| Material | Metal |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Installation method | Free Standing |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Item Weight | 659 g |
