ABB Switches and sockets

Every building, every room, every machine needs a way to start and stop power — and that’s where ABB switches and sockets come in. These are the small parts everyone takes for granted until they stop working. But if you’ve ever replaced a cheap socket that cracked after a year, you know why professionals stick with ABB.

Built for daily use, not showroom looks

Most people think a switch is just a button, but electricians know better. The difference shows up in the mechanism. ABB light switches click cleanly, not soft or mushy. The spring feels precise, the contacts stay tight, and they don’t spark or loosen with time. You can flip them a thousand times a week and they still feel new.

The materials are solid — you can feel the density in the frame, the rigidity in the rocker. ABB doesn’t use flimsy plastics that turn yellow or crack under heat. Even the small details — screw threads, terminal grip, alignment — are done properly. When you mount the plate, it sits flush, tight, and stays that way.

These aren’t decorative toys; they’re meant for real installations — offices, workshops, schools, production halls. Good mechanical design equals long life.

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Power sockets that don’t mess around

The same goes for ABB power sockets. You plug in heavy-duty gear, chargers, heaters, tools — and they just work. The contacts grip firmly, no loose fit, no wobbling plugs. ABB sockets are rated for sustained load and temperature; they don’t overheat when someone plugs in a 2 kW heater for the weekend.

There’s a sense of reliability you only get from precision manufacturing. The springs inside hold tension for years, the grounding clips bite cleanly, and even after thousands of insertions, they still hold the plug snug.

Installers appreciate how consistent ABB’s wiring layout is — the same logic, the same spacing, every series. You don’t need to relearn anything each time.

Wiring accessories that make work easier

A big part of the ABB system is modularity. Their wiring accessories — junctions, frames, boxes, covers — all fit together smoothly. Everything aligns and clicks into place, saving minutes on every connection. When you’re wiring an entire office building, that’s hours saved.

There’s plenty of room inside the back boxes too. Anyone who’s struggled to fit thick wires behind a shallow socket will know why that matters. ABB gives you breathing space — literally. The terminals are angled right, the screws are deep enough, and labeling is clear.

For installers doing complex projects, ABB’s modular system means fewer headaches: one ecosystem, multiple designs, same mounting footprint.

Outlets and frames that look right and last long

A lot of builders underestimate the value of good finishing. ABB outlets and frames don’t just perform well — they look consistent across years of use. The surface doesn’t fade or peel, the color tone stays neutral even under sunlight. Whether it’s white, graphite, or metallic, it keeps its clean look.

Frames lock tightly into the wall plates with no gaps. The outlet edges align perfectly, no awkward tilt that screams “cheap install.” You finish a job with ABB, and it looks professional — even before you turn the lights on.

There’s also practicality: interchangeable inserts, multi-gang frames, USB or RJ45 modules — all from the same family. You don’t have to mix brands and risk uneven fit or color mismatch.

Designed for safety and reliability

Every ABB switch and socket meets European safety standards. Flame-retardant materials, grounded contacts, child-protection options — it’s all there. The internal copper parts are thick and plated to resist corrosion. Even under constant load, the connection stays cool.

You can mount them in drywall, concrete, metal boxes — ABB’s hardware adapts to every environment. And because everything’s standardized, maintenance is simple: pop out the insert, replace it, no need to rewire the frame.

Wholesale supply for B2B buyers

At Bank of Lamps, we stock the full range of ABB switches and sockets, wiring accessories, light switches, power sockets, and outlets and frames.
Everything’s available for B2B and wholesale supply across Europe — Germany, UK, Netherlands, France, Spain, Baltics.

Electricians like ABB because it’s the brand that just works — day after day, project after project.
You wire it once and forget about it. That’s how good electrical gear should be.