British Standard Satellite Socket — F-Type Connector, White PC Panel
R16165 Satellite Wall Socket is an English standard type of satellite wall socket, which allows for the direct termination of Satellite signals to a standard size of 86×86mm wall plate. This F-type satellite socket uses the screw on connector (threaded), which is the normal way to connect satellite distribution in a house or business. Normal surface mount boxes are made from plastic and are mounted onto walls; the R16165 Satellite wall socket, is made from a white PC material, which matches the design and finish of the R16 range of light switches and power points, resulting in an aesthetically pleasing look to the entire wall area. The F-type barrel connector on the R16165 is recessed into the panel; the cable entering at the mounting point is flush with the wall; therefore, it will not be easily damaged by people bumping into it. The R16165 is available in four imported PC high transparent colour finishes, white, gold, grey and black, therefore capable of matching any interior design specification. The R16165 has the option of two types of middle plates, full plastic or a steel and plastic combination that adds to its strength. The R16165 Satellite wall socket is IEC standard compliant and carries a one-year warranty which covers the electronic components.
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F-Type Connector — The Professional Standard for Satellite Signals
| Feature | F-Type Satellite Socket (R16165) | Standard TV Aerial Socket |
|---|---|---|
| Connector Type | Threaded F-type (screw‑on) | Push-in coax (Belling‑Lee / IEC) |
| Designed For | Satellite signals primarily | Terrestrial TV aerial primarily |
| Connection Security | Threaded — resists pull‑out and vibration | Friction‑fit — can loosen over time |
| Signal Shielding | Full 360‑degree shield contact | Partial shield contact |
Any installation transmitting satellite signals would be best serviced with F connectors because of their professional application. Their screw threads make them secure and resistant to loosening through vibrations and movement of furniture or adjustment of cables. A full 360-degree contact area also protects against electromagnetic interference, which is crucial to maintaining the integrity of signals transmitted at high frequencies (like those of satellite systems) because they are more prone to interference than terrestrial TV signals. Compatible with Sky, Sky Q, Freesat and most European systems for distributing satellite signals.
Matching the R16 Series — One Wall Aesthetic for Power, Lighting & Satellite
This satellite wall socket belongs to the R16 Series, making it identical to R16 light switches, power outlets and doorbell switches in terms of 86 × 86 mm dimensions, imported high-translucent PC panel material and 4 stylish colours. In a modern living room, or home theatre fitout, you can have a white PC satellite socket adjacent to a white R16 light switch and a white R16 power point – all having identical panel profiles, materials and colour matching. This uniformity is how you achieve a ‘professional’ installation as opposed to a hodgepodge of brands with mixed matching finishes. Depending on your interior design needs, this product is available in white, gold, grey and black. There are two middle-plate choices available, plastic for the standard home installation, or metal & plastic for added strength in commercial and busy traffic situations. Complies with IEC standards.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Series | R16 series |
| Item Code | R16165 |
| Description | Satellite Wall Socket (F-type Connector) |
| Connector Type | F-type (threaded screw‑on) |
| Designed For | Satellite signals (Sky, Freesat, satellite distribution systems) |
| Front Panel | Imported high‑transparent, high‑strength PC |
| Base | Imported high‑transparent, high‑strength PC |
| Middle Plate Options | Full plastic / Steel‑plastic combination |
| Standard | IEC Standard |
| Warranty | 1 Year (electronic product warranty) |
| Available Colors | White / Gold / Gray / Black |
| Dimensions | H 86mm × W 86mm (British Standard back box) |
| MOQ | 2,000 pcs per item |
| Packaging | 1 pc per plastic bag | 10 pcs per inner box | 100 pcs per outer carton |
Stock This British Standard F-Type Satellite Socket in Four Colors at Factory Pricing
White, Gold, Gray, Black PC panel. Threaded F-type connector. Full plastic or steel-plastic middle plate. OEM logo, custom packaging, 1‑year warranty included. Contact us for a wholesale quotation.
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Your Source for British Standard F-Type Satellite Wall Sockets
The R16165 F‑type satellite socket adds professional satellite connectivity to your R16 series catalog. Stock White for volume residential projects, Gold and Gray for premium interiors, and Black for modern home theater and commercial installations — all from one factory with consistent 86×86mm dimensions. The threaded F‑type connector is the professional standard for satellite signals, compatible with Sky, Sky Q, Freesat, and most European satellite systems. Two middle plate options let you serve both standard residential and heavy‑duty commercial applications. OEM branding on any color PC panel, custom packaging, and full IEC documentation included for wholesale distributors worldwide.
Choosing the Right Satellite Wall Socket: F-Type Specification, Colors & Installation
A practical guide to specifying F‑type satellite sockets for residential and commercial installations.
Why F-Type Is the Professional Standard for Satellite
Satellite signals operate at a frequency much higher than terrestrial TV signals do. An R16165 F-Type Satellite Socket provides a threaded screw-on connection that provides full 360 degrees of shielding for those signals, unlike a standard push-in TV aerial type socket, which provides only partial shielding due to their friction fit and can become loose as time goes by reducing signal quality. If your installation has a Sky Q box or a Freesat receiver or utilizes a satellite network that distributes signals to multiple rooms, you need to use an F-Type Satellite Socket.
Color Selection — White, Gold, Gray, or Black?
White PC panel: Gold PC is the standard finish for all residential living rooms and bedrooms from a classic British standard. Gold is typically a warm metallic for high end residential or hotel installations where the outlet will be visually present. Gray is often used as a neutral tone for contemporary apartments, media rooms or commercial AV racks. Black is a bold contrast for dedicated home theatres, dark walls or high end commercial installations. All four colours have identical imported high transparent PC material and F-type connector specification.
Installation Note
The R16165 is compatible with a British style backbox measuring 86×86mm. The F-type connector is mounted deeper into the panel, and RG6 or CT100 coaxial cable should be used with either an F-connector compression fitting or screw-on type on the back of the socket. Make sure to maintain the minimum bend radius for the coaxial cable behind the socket by using a backbox that is a minimum of 35mm deep when routing the coaxial cable through the back of the box. No electrical power connection is required; the R16165 is designed to pass a signal through, passively.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an F-type satellite socket used for?
Satellites receive their signals via an F-Type Satellite Socket for use as a professional connection point for wall mounted satellite signals. The R16165 is a British Standard Satellite wall socket that has a F-type Socket installed and can be used with Sky, Sky Q, Freesat, and many other European Satellite Distribution Systems. The co-ax cable which comes from your Satellite dish is connected to the R16165 F-Type Satellite Socket where the finished product will be flush with an 86mm x 86mm wall plate and will match other R16 Series wiring accessories.
Why does satellite need an F-type connector instead of a standard TV aerial socket?
Signals from satellites work with higher frequency signals than those used for terrestrial television, are more easily degraded due to interference or bad connections than terrestrial television signals.
The F-type connector is a threaded screw-on connector that maintains full 360 degree shielding from electromagnetic interference, and ensures reliable, vibration resistant mating to prevent being loosened over time. The standard push-in TV aerial sockets cannot provide the same signal integrity as the F-type connector does for satellite frequencies.
Does this satellite socket require an electrical connection?
No, R16165 does not contain any mains electric supply fuse signals and therefore acts as only a passive signal passthrough for your coaxial connections to wall mounted sockets. You will connect your satellite dish or distribution system through the coaxial cable at this professional service location. The panel is 86x86mm and is compatible with a typical UK back box when connected to other R16 series electrical accessories.
What colors is this British standard satellite socket available in?
The R16 series of satellite sockets are offered in four different shades: white (for typical home use), gold, which provides a warm high-end finish to an upscale or very high-end room; gray (for neutral and contemporary use in a modern apartment or a media room); and black (a bold visual to distinguish a room designated as a home theater, as well as for premium commercial installations). All four colors use the same imported, highly transparent, high-strength PC material and have the same 1-year parts warranty on the electronic portion of the product.
