Description
Overview:
The Trailing Socket - 240 Volt, 16 Amp 'BALS' Socket (MPN 212 005) is a cable‐mounted female connector designed for safe, dependable power on site and in the workshop. Built with a hard‐wearing, impact‐resistant plastic body in a distinctive blue colour, it helps users quickly identify the correct voltage at a glance. This trailing socket connects to the end of an extension lead to accept a compatible 16 A 240 V plug, giving a secure connection for corded tools and portable machinery. It is suitable for equipment such as drills, saws, pressure washers, site lighting, space heaters and small compressors. A hinged protective cap helps shield the contacts when not in use, supporting reliable performance in busy, demanding environments.
Key Features:
- 240 V, 16 A rating for single‐phase site and workshop use (approx. 3.8 kW at 240 V)
- Durable, impact‐resistant plastic housing for long service life
- Blue body for quick voltage identification in mixed‐power setups
- Hinged protective cap helps keep out dust and splashes when idle
- Secure connection for stable power delivery to tools and machinery
- Simple to connect and disconnect, ideal for frequent site use
- Cable‐mounted design for making or repairing extension leads
- Smooth, rounded form factor for comfortable handling with gloves
- Clearly marked ratings to aid safe selection and inspection
- Suitable for general indoor and sheltered outdoor environments
Typical Applications:
Commonly used on construction sites, in workshops, garages, event setups and maintenance teams for powering portable tools, task lighting, heaters, chargers and small plant. Ideal for assembling new extension leads or replacing a worn socket end on an existing lead. Provides a robust, repeatable connection where equipment is moved regularly and needs quick hook‐up without hard wiring.
Also known as:
Trailing connector, blue 16 A site socket, industrial female connector, cable‐mounted socket, portable outlet, commando‐style trailing socket, 240 V tool socket, site power connector, extension lead end, blue workshop connector.
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 212 005 |
|---|---|
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Fits Brands | Makita |
| Key Features | - 240 V, 16 A rating for single-phase use - Impact-resistant plastic housing for durability - Hinged cap protects contacts from dust and splashes - Cable-mounted design for extension lead repairs - Blue body for easy voltage identification |


