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Well, it can be difficult to figure out which types of switches and sockets you will need for your home and office. Every Switch Socket type serves a different purpose and knowing about these basic functionalities helps in making an informed purchase. So, today we are sharing an explainer for each type of switch and socket and its use.

Electrical Switches

First up, are the controlling devices, we call switches. Switches, as you know are used to flick and switch between power on and off states. Many Smart Switches are widely used in the daily life like for Electric Curtains, Light Switch, Floor Socket and Power Strip.

The socket is essential the conduit which allows electrical current flow into your electrical appliances and equipment. While sockets differ in shapes and sizes according to the country you are in, their functionality remains similar across the board. Generally, we see 2-pin, 3-pin and 5-pin sockets in our homes and offices. The other thing that differentiates sockets is voltage capacity, i.e., the amount of current it can pass. In India, the three-pin plug is rated at 6A / 250V. And the sockets can also devided into different standards like UK Standard Switch Socket, South America Switch Socket, Italian Socket and Thailand Switch Socket.

Two-pin sockets: These electrical sockets feature two long connection slots, providing an ungrounded connection.

Three-pin sockets: This type of electrical socket adds a ground pin to help prevent electric shock from loose wiring.

Five-pin socket: It's a combination of the two-pin and three-pin socket.

Universal or International sockets: These modular socket designs have pinholes that can accommodate a diverse range of plugs used in American and European countries.

Electrical Modules

These modules serve specific purposes for lighting and cooling solutions in home and office.

Dimmers: Relatively new in use, dimmers allow you to increase or decrease the brightness levels of indoor lights, mood lighting etc. Dimmers also connect seamlessly with Smart Home solutions, providing dramatic control of your home's atmosphere.

Fan Regulators: Similar to dimmers, fan regulators are used for increasing/decreasing ceiling fan speeds as needed. The most common types of fan regulators offer 4-step or 5-step speed controls.

Power Units: Basically, a combination of switch and socket in a single module, these units are used for supplying power to heavy-duty appliances. However, after the onset of modular switches and sockets, these units are seeing less use in modern home and office spaces.