HARTING Sockets

When you’re specifying sockets—whether standard power outlets, modular combinations, or heavy-duty flush and waterproof variants—you’re making decisions that influence installation time, flexibility and long-term reliability. HARTING sockets provide a system-based solution: industrial sockets, power outlets, modular socket units, flush-mount options and outdoor-rated waterproof sockets. In practice, your technicians will encounter HARTING sockets in machine-rooms, switchgear panels, outdoor enclosures and commercial distribution systems where the socket must work reliably day after day.

Choosing the Right HARTING Power Outlets and Industrial Sockets

From experience, many socket-failures or installation delays come down to one of these issues: wrong current/voltage rating, mismatched mounting system, inadequate ingress protection or incompatible modular layout. With HARTING industrial sockets you’re getting options rated for up to 16 A at 250 V AC for standard modules, termination types compatible with industrial wiring and modular frames that match outlet units and switch modules. 
A procurement manager should check: rated current and voltage (e.g., 16 A/250 V or higher if required); termination method (screw, spring clamp); mounting style (panel, flush, surface); and environmental protection (IP-rating for outdoor or wash-down).
Selecting correctly means fewer replacement parts, fewer field errors and a more consistent installation result.

Modular Socket Systems and Flush Mount Options

HARTING modular sockets allow switches and outlets to be combined within the same frame, which saves space and stock complexity. These modular combinations (switch-socket combos) are especially useful in control desks, operator stations and compact machine enclosures.
Flush sockets by HARTING look clean in visible panels or public areas: they mount flush with the surface, maintain aesthetics and fit cover plates designed for the installation. Including flush variants in your stock means you can serve both “hidden” wiring zones and visible user-interface zones with one system.
In procurement, standardise on a few frame sizes (for example one horizontal row and one vertical stack) and pick socket/outlet modules that fit them; that approach simplifies spare-part logistics.

Waterproof and Outdoor-Rated Sockets for Harsh Conditions

Not all sockets live indoors. Many installations require waterproof or outdoor-rated sockets—exposed panels, wash-down zones, rough environments. HARTING provides socket variants built for those conditions: higher IP-ratings (IP65 or greater), robust materials, protective covers and terminations suited for exposed wiring.
In practice you’ll usually see these in outdoor cabinets, factory courtyards, machine bases in food or heavy industry. For procurement, keep a stock of waterproof socket units to avoid site delays when outdoor conditions apply.

Buying Logic for Wholesale Procurement

To buy HARTING sockets effectively in wholesale quantities, use this logic:

• Standardise on the core socket modules that cover most site needs—e.g., one standard power outlet module, one modular socket/switch combo, one flush socket module and one waterproof variant.
• Check ratings and environment—for indoor office-style use you might need standard ratings; for machine-rooms or external sites you’ll need rugged or waterproof versions.
• Frame compatibility—make sure socket modules fit the same HARTING frame system so you don’t carry multiple incompatible racks
• Pack and stock logically—order typical lengths or numbers matching project size (e.g., box of 50 standard modules, box of 10 waterproof modules). Avoid ordering dozens of one-off variants.
• Spare stock for maintenance—sockets are user-touch points and subject to wear, damage or future upgrades. Keep at least 10 % spare of your most-common modules.
• Logistics and delivery—bulk orders mean shipping volume counts, especially for bulky enclosure-mounted sockets; work with a supplier that offers flexible quantities and consolidated EU logistics.

Applying this logic means fewer surprises on site, simpler spare-part flows, better cost control and faster project rollout

Why HARTING Sockets Make Sense for Large-Scale Projects

Large-scale installations and multi-site rollouts benefit when socket hardware is standardised, predictable, and supported. By using HARTING sockets you gain the advantage of a coherent system: power outlets, industrial sockets, modular combinations, flush and waterproof variants—all from one manufacturer. That means your warehouse stock is simpler, your installers train faster, and service maintenance is smoother. From a procurement perspective: fewer SKUs, fewer mix-ups, more predictable lead-times. From an installation and maintenance perspective: fewer errors, fewer replacement parts, better long-term reliability

Bank of Lamps — EU Wholesale Supply Partner

Bank of Lamps distributes the full HARTING socket range — including power outlets, industrial sockets, modular switch-socket combos, flush-mount units and waterproof socket variants — from our warehouse in Latvia. We serve procurement teams, distributors, installers and project roll-out companies across the UK, Germany, Netherlands, Baltic States, France, Spain and Belgium.
Our advantages: flexible bulk quantities (from box-lots to pallet volumes), verified brand-authentic HARTING stock, one consolidated EU logistics hub (reducing customs and shipment complexity), stable wholesale pricing for framework contracts, full batch traceability and dedicated B2B support for planning orders and managing inventory. With us you’re not just buying sockets—you’re building a supply chain that delivers consistency, scale and reliability.