Floor Socket in Open Type Stainless Steel – Simple, Durable Access to Power at the Floor
The K10 is an open type floor socket (common reference for many in the North American marketplace is a floor outlet) that provides a simple, easily accessible power outlet where a constant source of power is required in a building. It does not have a pop up mechanism or moving parts, providing consistent, in-floor power that can be relied on. The stainless steel cover of the K10 is located flush with the adjacent flooring surface and has an open face configuration, allowing for immediate use of the sockets. The K10 includes a substantial reinforced installation box constructed of increased height and thickness, providing additional durability for use in both concrete and elevated (raised) flooring conditions. As a result, the K10 can be used in several applications including commercial, hospitality and residential. The K10 is produced with a 1 year factory warranty and is available for purchase by global wholesalers and both national and international project buyers with an MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) of 200 pieces, making it an accessible product for wholesale customer and project buyer acquisition around the world.
Open Face Design – Ready for Use: Unlike pop up floor sockets that require the user to press down to activate and then lift the pop-up out of the floor to access power, the K10 Open Type Floor Socket (K10) has an open face that provides permanent access to all of the sockets, regardless of how long they have been plugged into power. It is well suited for applications where devices remain plugged into a power source for extended periods (i.e., under desks or behind furniture) or in commercial kitchens where having to operate a pop-up mechanism to access power would be an impediment or an obstruction.
Reinforced Installation Box – Heightened & Thickened: The K10 Floor Socket’s Open Type design is provided with a black, reinforced installation box constructed of an increased height and thickness. The installation box is not a lightweight accessory; rather it is a structural component engineered to withstand the imposed loads from embedding into concrete floors and from the constant foot traffic imposed on it as well. There’s plenty of electrical wiring space on the underside of the socket module with the added height, and the thickened iron construction helps prevent the socket from becoming misshapen while being installed or used.
Durable Metal Construction & Stainless Steel Cover
The front cover of this floor socket is made of brushed stainless steel, which will not only resist scratches but also resist corrosion when being used in a floor-level application. The brushed silver finish provides a neutral and non-distracting professional appearance, making it suitable for a variety of commercial and residential interiors. The K10 has been designed with everything included to make it a complete ground socket outlet; it contains everything you need to install a complete ground socket arrangement including the stainless steel cover, the socket module, and a top-flanged iron box all supplied from the floor socket manufacturer.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Series | Open Floor Socket Series |
| Item Code | K10 |
| Description | Open Type Floor Socket / Outlets Floor, with Cover in Stainless Steel |
| Type | Open Type (No pop up mechanism; always ready for use) |
| Cover | Stainless Steel |
| Install Box | Full Black Heightened Thickened Iron Box |
| Warranty | 1 Year Warranty |
| Available Color | Silver |
| Dimension | Total height: 120 mm Total width: 120 mm |
| Minimum Order Quantity | Minimum Order Quantity: 200 each |
| Packaging | Foam bag + inner box + master carton |
Factory Direct for Wholesale and OEM Cringes
Your Source for Open Floor Sockets & Floor Outlets — Wholesale Pricing
The K10 open floor outlet is created together with the pop-up version at our own fabrication plants and provides both an open face and pop-up outlet capability from a single source for your wholesale catalog. Because of its open design, it has fewer costs and less complexity to manufacture than would be required for pop-up mechanisms, thus making it a practical option for projects that require an effective and dependable means of providing floor outlets for long-term plug-in needs. The reinforced raised iron installation box comes included as a standard part of the product, which is usually charged as an extra by most manufacturers. We offer OEM branding and custom packaging for bulk orders.
Open Type vs Pop‑Up Floor Sockets (and Floor Outlets)
Application guidance for contractors and importers selecting between open face and pop‑up floor outlet designs.
Application Use Cases
For permanent desk and workstation power, this open floor outlet stays ready with cables plugged in continuously — no need to open and close daily. In commercial kitchens and utility rooms, the open‑face design provides quick access to power without the moving parts that could be affected by moisture or debris. For server rooms and behind furniture, the K10 open ground outlet delivers power exactly where it’s needed without the extra height clearance a pop‑up mechanism requires during operation.
K10 (Open Type) vs Pop‑Up — Making the Right Choice
The K10 is an open type floor outlet: simpler, no moving mechanism, lower cost, and ideal for locations where sockets are used with semi‑permanent plug connections. Pop‑up floor sockets are retractable, more discreet when closed, and better suited to locations where the outlet is only needed occasionally and where a completely flush floor surface is wanted when not in use. Stock both to cover every customer requirement — one factory supplier, two distinct floor outlet types.
Installation Notes
The K10 open type floor socket requires a 120×120mm floor box cutout. The included heightened and thickened iron installation box provides deeper cable space than standard boxes, which is an advantage when wiring in confined subfloor voids. The box is embedded directly into the floor substrate before the finished floor surface is applied. As with all floor outlet installations, the box edge must be properly sealed against moisture ingress and the surrounding floor finish brought flush with the stainless steel cover.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between an open type and a pop‑up floor socket?
An open floor socket/outlet like the K10 has its outlets permanently accessible beneath a flush stainless steel cover — no mechanism to open or close. A pop‑up floor socket has a mechanism that lifts the socket module up when pressed and retracts it flush when not in use. Open type suits permanent connections; pop‑up suits occasional use where a completely flush floor is wanted most of the time.
What is a floor socket used for?
A floor socket (or floor outlet) provides mains power access directly from the floor surface. The K10 open ground outlet is used under desks, in commercial kitchens, behind sofas, and in server rooms — anywhere a wall outlet is out of reach and power is needed at floor level.
Is a floor socket the same as a floor outlet?
Yes, the terms are interchangeable. “Floor socket” is the common British term, while “floor outlet” or “floor receptacle” is used in North America. The K10 serves both markets — it is a 120×120mm open type floor socket/outlet with a stainless steel cover, fully suitable for British, European, and international installations.
Does this open floor outlet come with an installation box?
Yes, the K10 includes a black heightened and thickened iron installation box as standard. The box is deeper than typical floor boxes, giving extra wiring space beneath the outlet, and the thicker iron construction provides better durability during concrete embedding and long‑term use.
Are floor outlets a good idea?
Yes, floor outlets solve the problem of power access in open‑plan spaces where wall sockets are too far away. An open type floor mounted outlet is a practical, cost‑effective solution compared to running extension leads across floors or installing pop‑up mechanisms where they aren’t needed.
What is the MOQ for wholesale open floor sockets?
The MOQ from our ground socket factory is 200 pieces for the K10 open type floor socket/outlet, with scalable production for larger contracts. Contact us for volume pricing, current lead times, and OEM branding options.
