Six socket surge-protected extension lead with a 2m cable and integral neon indicator, for indoor home office, office, and commercial environments where sensitive electronics require protection from mains voltage spikes.
- Integral surge protection
- BS1363/A compliant, RoHS compliant
- 6 x 13A BS1363 sockets, 13A plug, 250V AC
- Neon power indicator
- 2m cable, indoor use only
- Maximum total load 13A (3,120W across all sockets)
- 12 month warranty
- White
Surge Protected 6 Gang Extension Lead 2m
Six socket surge-protected extension lead with a 2m cable and integral neon indicator, for indoor home office, office, and commercial environments where sensitive electronics require protection from mains voltage spikes.
- Integral surge protection
- BS1363/A compliant, RoHS compliant
- 6 x 13A BS1363 sockets, 13A plug, 250V AC
- Neon power indicator
- 2m cable, indoor use only
- Maximum total load 13A (3,120W across all sockets)
- 12 month warranty
- White
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Six socket surge-protected extension lead with a 2m cable and integral neon power indicator, built for home offices, office workstations, and commercial environments where computers, monitors, televisions, audio equipment, and other sensitive electronics are connected to the mains. The built-in surge protection places a barrier between the mains supply and connected devices, diverting transient voltage spikes before they reach the equipment. Six 13A BS1363 sockets provide capacity for multiple devices from a single mains connection. BS1363/A compliant, RoHS compliant, and backed by a 12 month warranty.
How built-in surge protection reduces the risk of damage to connected electronics
Voltage spikes and transients occur on the UK mains supply regularly, triggered by the switching of high-current appliances, supply switching events from the distribution network, and nearby electrical activity. These events are brief but the energy they deliver can exceed what sensitive electronics are designed to tolerate, causing immediate component failure or gradual degradation over time. The surge protection built into this lead diverts that excess energy away from the connected device circuits, absorbing the transient rather than allowing it to pass through to the equipment.
Key Features
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Built-in surge protection: Integral surge protection sits between the mains supply and all six socket outlets. When a transient voltage spike arrives on the supply, the protection circuit diverts the excess energy rather than allowing it to reach connected devices. Designed for environments where computers, monitors, televisions, and audio equipment are in regular use.
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Six 13A BS1363 sockets: Six standard UK socket outlets from a single 13A mains plug. Provides capacity for a full home office or entertainment setup without a second lead. Maximum combined load across all six sockets is 13A (3,120W at 250V).
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Neon power indicator: Green neon light on the unit confirms the lead is live, providing a clear visual check without tracing the cable back to the wall socket. Useful in low-light conditions and in setups where the plug end is behind furniture.
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2m cable: Sufficient reach for most office and home setups where the mains socket is nearby but not immediately adjacent to the equipment.
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BS1363/A compliant: Meets the UK standard for 13A plugs and socket outlets covering the plug, socket construction, and electrical performance requirements.
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12 month warranty: Backed by a 12 month limited warranty covering manufacturing defects.
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RoHS compliant: Restricted hazardous substances are not present above permitted concentration limits.
Who is this for
Trades and roles:
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Office managers and facilities managers specifying surge protection for workstations
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Home workers setting up multi-device desk environments
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Site managers equipping indoor site offices with computer equipment
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AV and entertainment system installers
Industries:
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Light commercial and office
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Construction (indoor site offices)
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Residential and home working
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Hospitality and events (indoor)
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
| Product Name | Surge Protected 6 Gang Extension Lead 2m |
| SKU | S6W2MP |
| Sockets | 6 x 13A BS1363 |
| Plug | 13A UK Type G |
| Voltage | 250V AC |
| Maximum Total Load | 13A (3,120W at 250V across all sockets) |
| Cable Length | 2m |
| Surge Protection | Built in |
| Power Indicator | Neon (unit power-on) |
| Standards | BS1363/A compliant |
| Environmental | RoHS compliant |
| Warranty | 12 months |
| Colour | White |
| Weight | 460g |
Compatibility
| Application or condition | Status |
| Home offices with computers and sensitive electronics | ✓ Suitable |
| Home entertainment systems (TV, console, audio) | ✓ Suitable |
| Office and commercial workstations | ✓ Suitable |
| Indoor site offices and cabins | ✓ Suitable |
| Multi-device setups requiring surge protection | ✓ Suitable |
| Total load up to 13A (3,120W) across all sockets | ✓ Suitable |
| Outdoor or damp environments | ✗ Not suitable (no IP rating) |
| Total load exceeding 13A across all sockets | ✗ Not suitable |
| Daisy-chaining with other extension leads | ✗ Not permitted |
| Use coiled or under carpet during operation | ✗ Not suitable |
Who is this for
This extension lead is designed for home workers, office managers, and facilities teams who need six socket outlets with built-in surge protection for environments where computers, monitors, and other sensitive electronics are in regular use. It is the correct step up from a standard 6-gang lead when the devices being powered are susceptible to damage from mains voltage transients, and where a 12 month warranty on the lead itself is a procurement requirement. The 2m cable suits desk and workstation positions where the mains socket is nearby but not immediately adjacent.
Typical applications
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Powering a full home office setup including computer, monitor, printer, phone charger, and speakers with surge protection across all six connections.
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Protecting a home entertainment system including television, games console, and streaming device from mains voltage spikes during storms or supply switching events.
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Equipping an indoor site office with surge-protected power for computers, monitors, and communications equipment connected from a single mains outlet.
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Providing surge-protected multi-socket capacity at an office workstation where IT equipment and sensitive peripherals share a single mains socket.
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Powering audio and recording equipment in indoor environments where mains transients could damage components or introduce noise into recordings.
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Supplying a meeting room with surge-protected power for display, laptop, and conference equipment from one wall socket.
How to use
Step 1: Switch off the mains socket before connecting. Insert the 13A plug fully and switch on.
Step 2: Check the neon indicator is illuminated to confirm the lead is live.
Step 3: Add the wattage of all devices to be connected simultaneously. The total must not exceed 13A (3,120W at 250V) across all six sockets.
Step 4: Lay the cable out fully before use. Do not operate with the cable coiled or bundled.
Step 5: Keep the lead in dry indoor conditions only. This product has no IP rating and must not be used in damp or outdoor environments.
Step 6: Switch off at the mains socket when not in use.
Common mistakes
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Connecting high-wattage appliances alongside sensitive electronics: a surge protected lead is designed primarily for sensitive electronics. Connecting a kettle or electric heater alongside a computer risks approaching the 13A limit quickly and does not benefit the high-wattage appliance, surge protection is relevant to electronics, not heating elements.
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Assuming surge protection makes the lead suitable for outdoor use: this lead has no IP rating. Surge protection provides no moisture resistance. Use in dry indoor environments only.
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Daisy-chaining a second lead for more sockets: not permitted under IET Wiring Regulations regardless of whether the first lead has surge protection. If more sockets are needed, specify a single lead with a higher socket count.
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Operating with the cable coiled: always extend the full cable before use under load. A coiled cable cannot dissipate heat generated during operation.
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Expecting surge protection to replace a UPS: surge protection diverts transient spikes from the supply. It does not provide power during a supply failure. For equipment that must remain on during a mains outage, an uninterruptible power supply is required separately.
Safety
This extension lead is designed for dry indoor use only and carries no IP rating. Maximum total load across all six sockets is 13A (3,120W at 250V). Do not exceed this limit. Do not daisy-chain into another extension lead. Always extend the cable fully before use. Do not route under carpets, mats, or floor coverings. Replace the plug fuse only with a 13A rated fuse. BS1363/A compliant and RoHS compliant.
Maintenance
Inspect the cable, plug, and all socket faces before each use. Remove from service if any damage is visible. Keep socket faces clear of debris. Wipe with a dry cloth only. Store loosely coiled in a dry location. The 12 month warranty covers manufacturing defects from the date of purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does the built-in surge protection do and which devices benefit most from it?
A: Surge protection diverts transient voltage spikes on the mains supply away from connected devices before they reach the equipment's internal components. These spikes are caused by supply switching events, switching of high-current appliances on the same circuit, and nearby electrical activity. The devices that benefit most are those with sensitive electronics, computers, monitors, televisions, audio and recording equipment, and network hardware, where a voltage transient can cause immediate component failure or gradual degradation of internal circuitry over time.
Q: What is the maximum total load across all six sockets?
A: All six sockets share a single 13A plug and fuse, giving a maximum combined load of 13A (3,120W at 250V) across the whole unit. This is not 13A per socket, it is 13A for the complete lead. Add the wattage of every device to be connected simultaneously before use. Sensitive electronics such as computers and monitors typically draw relatively modest wattage individually, but six devices together can approach the limit if any high-wattage appliances are included in the setup.
Q: What is this lead NOT suitable for?
A: This lead is not suitable for outdoor or damp environments, it has no IP rating. It must not be daisy-chained into another extension lead. It must not carry a combined load exceeding 13A (3,120W). It must not be operated coiled or under floor coverings. It is not a substitute for an uninterruptible power supply where power continuity during a supply failure is required.
Q: Is this a better choice than the standard 6-gang lead for all uses?
A: For environments where sensitive electronics such as computers, monitors, and audio equipment are in regular use, this lead is the appropriate choice. For environments where the primary connected devices are non-electronic, kettles, fans, lighting, the standard 6-gang lead is equally suitable and the surge protection provides no additional benefit for those device types. The correct choice depends on what is being connected.
Q: Does the neon indicator mean the surge protection is active?
A: The neon indicator is a power-on light confirming the lead is receiving mains power. It is not a dedicated surge protection status indicator. All six sockets are live and surge protection is active whenever the lead is plugged in and the mains socket is switched on.
