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2. Lightbulb socket - Wikipedia

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   A lightbulb socket, lightbulb holder, light socket, lamp socket or lamp holder is a device which mechanically supports and provides electrical connections for a compatible electric lamp base. [1] Sockets allow lamps to be safely and conveniently replaced (re-lamping).

3. AC power plugs and sockets - Wikipedia

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   AC power plugs and sockets connect devices to mains electricity to supply them with electrical power. A plug is the connector attached to an electrically-operated device, often via a cable. A socket (also known as a receptacle or outlet) is fixed in place, often on the internal walls of buildings, and is connected to an AC electrical circuit ...

4. NEMA connector - Wikipedia

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   NEMA 1-15P (two-pole, no ground) and NEMA 5-15P (two-pole with ground pin) plugs are used on common domestic electrical equipment, and NEMA 5-15R is the standard 15-ampere electric receptacle (outlet) found in the United States, and under relevant national standards, in Canada (CSA C22.2 No. 42 [1]), Mexico (NMX-J-163-ANCE) and Japan (JIS C 8303).

5. AC power plugs and sockets: British and related types

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   BS 546, Two-pole and earthing-pin plugs, socket-outlets and socket-outlet adaptors for AC (50–60 Hz) circuits up to 250 V is an older British Standard for three-pin AC power plugs and sockets. Originally published in April 1934, it was updated by a 1950 edition which is still current, [1] with eight amendments up to 1999. BS 546 is also the ...

6. History of AC power plugs and sockets - Wikipedia

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   U.S. patent 774,250.The first US power plug and socket dated 1904. Several early American electrical plug and socket arrangements were invented by Harvey Hubbell.On 26 February 1903 he filed two patent applications featuring 2-pin plugs and adaptors for using his plugs with existing designs of lamp sockets and wall receptacles.

7. Sleek Socket Ultra-Thin Electrical Outlet Cover is a must-have

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   The Sleek Socket is a handy three-outlet power strip that stays out of sight while leading into one inconspicuous cover. $24 at Amazon. Meanwhile, ...