SPECIFICATIONS
| Series | DN72 series |
| Item Code | DN72408M |
| Description | 13A Double MF 3-Pin Universal Switched Socket with Neon |
| Socket Rating | 13A / 250V~ per socket |
| Socket Configuration | 2 gang MF — two independent multi-fit 3-pin outlets |
| Switch Type | SP (Single Pole) with neon indicator per socket |
| Target Markets | Nigeria, Africa, Congo, multi-standard regions |
| Front Panel Options | PC / Tempered Glass / Aluminum |
| Base | PC |
| Middle Plate Options | Steel / Plastic‑wrapped steel |
| Socket Contact | 0.6mm phosphor copper with fix circle ring |
| Standard | IEC Standard (British standard countries) |
| Warranty | 12 Years |
| Available Colors | White / Gold / Gray / Black |
| Dimensions | H 88mm × W 146mm (double gang British Standard back box) |
| MOQ | 20GP container |
| Packaging | 1 pc per plastic bag | 5 pcs per inner box | 50 pcs per outer carton |
Double MF Universal vs Double Standard UK Socket — Multi-Fit Flexibility for African Markets
| Feature | DN72408M (Double MF Universal) | DN72408 (Double Standard UK) |
|---|---|---|
| Socket Design | MF (Multi-Fit) — accepts multiple plug types including UK 3-pin, European 2-pin, and others | BS1363 only — accepts UK 3-pin fused plugs exclusively |
| Plug Compatibility | Wide — accommodates diverse plug pin configurations found across Africa | Single standard — BS1363 rectangular pins only |
| Key Markets | Nigeria, Congo, Africa — multi-standard regions | UK, GCC, Malaysia — pure BS1363 markets |
| Best For | African hotels and homes — one socket serves multiple plug standards | Standard residential and commercial UK installations |
Three Premium Panel Finishes — An African Double Universal Socket That Matches Your Interior
| Panel Material | Description |
|---|---|
| PC | High‑strength polycarbonate — durable and cost‑effective for volume African builds. |
| Tempered Glass | Glossy, fingerprint‑resistant surface — premium choice for luxury Nigeria and Congo interiors. |
| Brushed Aluminum | Metallic industrial finish — scratch‑resistant, ideal for modern commercial African spaces. |
BS 1363 Double MF Universal Switched Socket – Nigeria and Africa Twin Socket with PC, Glass or Aluminum Panel
The DN72408M is a British standard 13A double MF universal switched socket which offers multi-fit power outlets in a compact single 88×146mm double gang wall plate. It is useful in a Nigerian house, Angola hotel, or any multi-standard African installation by providing access to British, European, and local plugs without the use of adapters. It is designed to handle the following plugs: UK BS1363 3-pin, European 2-pin round, etc. Each outlet has its SP rocker switch and neon indicator. You have the option of three materials for the panel: PC for high volumes of production, tempered glass for luxury settings, or brushed aluminum for an industrial vibe. Its 0.6mm phosphor copper socket contacts guarantee consistent retention of the pins from the different plugs used through both outlets.
The socket can be delivered in two middle plate options (steel or plastic wrapped). A British standard IEC certificate is available. Customers in the market can only purchase containers with this product.
We are a direct manufacturer of sockets in Africa offering products at factory prices, OEM branding on various types of panel materials, and a warranty of 12 years on the entire DN72 series.
Double MF Multi-Fit Design — Two Universal Outlets for Nigeria and African Multi-Standard Homes
The DN72408M African electrical socket functions well in environments where available plug options include many varieties of plugs used in Nigeria. In the country, plugs from Britain, namely BS1363, which is widely used due to the colonial times, are used alongside plugs that utilize two pins that have been adopted from devices purchased from Europe alongside indigenous plugs. While a standard BS1363 outlet may function only with British plugs, an ordinary European outlet will only accept plugs from Europe. The DN72408M African multi-socket offers two outlets that operate independently of one another. In Nigeria, one outlet may be used to power a television and the second outlet can be used to power a fan. Likewise, in a hotel in Congo, both sockets at the bedside will accept the plugs of the guests. The contacts are made using phosphor copper. Each of the outlets has its own power indicator that informs the user about the state of power.
Matching the DN72 Series — African Double Universal Socket in PC, Glass, or Aluminum
The DN72408M is a member of the DN72 range, utilizing the same options of 88 mm height and durable designs as in the case with our DN72 switches, sockets, isolated DP devices and so on. Therefore, DN72408M can be mounted together with DN72405M inside a single building — double MF means the connection of two devices to one wall point while the single MF means there is only one socket in this location. Its 146 mm width fits the ordinary British 2 gang back box which is in demand in Nigeria, Congo and the whole Commonwealth of Africa.
Stock This 13A British Standard Double MF Universal Switched Socket for Africa in Three Finishes at Factory Pricing
PC, tempered glass, or brushed aluminum panel. Two independent MF multi-fit outlets with neon indicators. For Nigeria, Congo, and African multi-standard markets. OEM branding, custom packaging, 12‑year warranty included. Contact us for a container-level wholesale quotation.
IEC Certified • Double MF Universal • 20GP Container Supply
Factory-Direct Supply for Wholesale & OEM Partners
Your Source for British Standard 13A Double MF Universal Switched Sockets for Nigeria, Africa & Congo — Three Panel Finishes
As an Africa socket manufacturer, we manufacture the DN72408M in our own factories – so your wholesale business can benefit from a double MF universal switched socket made of real materials suited to Nigeria, Congo, and the general African market. The DN72408M can be produced with PC for mass residential and hospitality projects, tempered glass for top-class interiors in Nigeria and Congo, and brushed aluminum for modern commercial use in Africa – all made in the same plant using the same dimensional parameters of 88 × 146 mm for the double gang. The plant also manufactures DN72405M (single MF) and DN72408/DN72412 (double standard UK) – making a complete product line consisting of all configurations of sockets: single, double, standard, and universal. We do OEM branding on any kind of material for any panel and manufacture packaging. Supply from container-level with flexibility in colors and finishes.
Double MF Universal vs Double Standard UK: Choosing the Right Socket for Nigeria, Congo & African Markets
A practical guide to specifying double multi-fit universal electrical sockets for multi-standard African residential, hotel, and commercial installations.
DN72408M (Double MF) vs DN72408 (Double Standard UK) — Which for Which Market?
The DN72408M socket of Nigeria with double MF universal outlets is an appropriate specification for all African markets where multiple plug designs are in common usage. Nigeria is one such country where British BS1363, European 2 pin plug and regional plugs coexist which is why their users find double MF outlet very convenient. The same condition applies in Congo where British and European plug designs are present. A similar trend is observed in the hospitality sector in Africa where hotels serve foreign guests as two universal outlets are more than enough for all guests.
It should be noted that the DN72408 double socket is applicable only in pure BS1363 markets like the UK and GCC.
Why Nigerian and African Markets Need Double Universal Sockets
The electricity supply in Nigeria and the rest of Africa shows the impact of colonial influence, international trade, and different device types. An average home can have a number of British, European, or African devices. One type of connector is a double socket that allows to power only some of the devices. The DN72408M socket solves the issue by providing two outlets with the possibility to use any plug.
Panel Material Selection — PC, Glass, or Aluminum?
PC panel: Economically efficient and long-lasting, the choice of Vietnam in the construction of households and mediumnsize hotels across Africa. Tempered glass panel: An exclusive shiny finish which resists fingerprints – the choice for luxury hotels in Nigeria and Congo. Brushed aluminum panel: Metal industry design – resistant to scratches, as well as acceptable for modern commercial interiors in Africa. All of them have identical dimensions including 88×146 mm, as well as double MF outlets, and a warranty of 12 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a double MF universal switched socket?
The concept behind the double MF universal switched socket is that it has two independent Multi-Fit 3-pin receptacles on one wall plate so that appliances with any kind of plug including UK BS1363 3-pin, Euro 2-pin, and regional plugs can be connected. The DN72408M is a double MF switched socket complying with British standard 13A. Therefore, two appliances can be powered simultaneously in a home, each controlled by its switches and indicator.
What plug types does this double universal socket accept?
The MF DN72408M multi-fit power units are compatible with the UK BS1363 rectangular 3-pin plug system, the European 2-pin round plug system, and other plug types used in Nigeria, Congo, and across Africa. The use of 0.6mm phosphor-bronze contacts with fixed and round contact rings ensures a reliable grip, regardless of the diameter and shape of the plugs being used.
Is this socket suitable for Nigeria and African installations?
Absolutely, DN72408M is made in specifically Nigeria socket, Congo socket, and it is built as a universal solution for several multi-standard markets across Africa. DN72408M socket has the ability to take the plugs used across Africa i.e British, European and regional types. The socket can be mounted in a double gang 146mm back box that is compatible with several Commonwealth nations in Africa.
What panel materials is this double Africa universal socket available in?
The DN72408M features three special panel finishes, including: high-strength polycarbonate, which is cost-effective for large volume usage in Africa; tempered glass that is glossy, easy to clean, and suited for luxury hotels in Nigeria and Congo; and brushed aluminum that is a scratch-resistant metallic finish. All versions of this switch have the same dimensions and technical parameters.
