TESSSCSECCOR TESLA 3 Pin 10 Amp Plug Base

Description

Tesla. 3 Pin 10A Plug Base. Single Surface Socket. Mounting Base.

The Tesla TESSSCSECCOR is a 3 pin 10A single surface socket plug base — a surface-mounted single socket outlet with a separate mounting base, designed for dedicated supply connections to lighting fittings and general purpose surface socket applications in residential and commercial electrical installations. Large terminals suit 1.0mm² to 2.5mm² cable. Angled terminal screws backed off for immediate termination. Side knockouts for surface cable entry. Socket clips onto the mounting base after wiring. Sold individually.

• Tesla — 3 Pin 10A Single Surface Socket Plug Base
• Single socket outlet — 10A, 240V AC
• Surface mount — separate mounting base included
• Large terminals — suits 1.0mm² to 2.5mm² cable
• Angled terminal screws backed off — ready for immediate termination
• Mounting base with multiple nail holes — suits surface mounting and cable tie mounting
• Clear mounting base — allows inspection after installation
• Socket clips onto mounted base after wiring — easy installation sequence
• Side knockouts — for surface cable entry
• Ideal for dedicated lighting supply sockets and general purpose cupboard/surface sockets
• Sold individually

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Where the Tesla 3 Pin 10A Plug Base Is Used

A surface socket plug base (also called a surface socket or plug base) is a single 3 pin 10A socket outlet designed for surface mounting — the socket body mounts directly to a wall, ceiling, or surface without a recessed wall box, making it ideal for locations where recessed mounting is impractical or where a quick, accessible socket connection is required.

The most common application is as a dedicated supply socket for lighting fittings in installations where false or suspended ceilings are used — the plug base is surface mounted to the ceiling or structure, and the lighting fitting plugs directly into it, allowing the fitting to be removed and replaced without disturbing the wiring. The design is also well suited to general purpose surface socket applications in cupboards, storage areas, plant rooms, and service spaces where a simple accessible outlet is required without a full wall box installation.

The separate mounting base design simplifies installation — the base is fixed to the surface first (using nails or cable ties through the nail holes), the socket is wired at bench level or on the ground, and the socket body then clips onto the mounted base. The clear mounting base allows visual inspection of the wiring after installation. Side knockouts accommodate surface cable entry from multiple directions.

Q: What cable size is compatible with the Tesla plug base terminals?
A: The terminals accommodate 1.0mm² to 2.5mm² cable — covering the standard single core and twin and earth cable sizes used for lighting and general purpose circuits in Australian electrical installations.

Q: How is the Tesla plug base mounted?
A: The mounting base is fixed to the surface first using the provided nail holes (nails can be pre-fitted) or cable tie points. After wiring the socket, it clips onto the mounted base. This two-step process allows wiring to be completed before fixing the socket to the ceiling or wall.

Q: Is the Tesla plug base suitable for lighting supply in false ceiling installations?
A: Yes — the plug base is specifically designed for this application. The surface mount base fixes to the ceiling structure and the lighting fitting plugs directly into the socket, allowing fittings to be removed for replacement or maintenance without disturbing the fixed wiring.

Warranty

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