Why Choose the Finder 7U.00.8.230.0002 DIN Rail Power Socket?
The Finder 7U.00.8.230.0002 is a 16 A, 230 V AC modular power socket designed for installation inside electrical enclosures, distribution boards and industrial control cabinets. Part of the Finder 7U Series, this yellow enclosure socket provides a convenient mains power connection for compatible European electrical equipment.
Featuring a combined Schuko Type F and Italian Bipasso Type L socket, the Finder 7U.00.8.230.0002 supports compatible European plugs rated for 10 A or 16 A operation. Its distinctive yellow RAL 1021 housing makes the outlet readily identifiable within electrical panels, while the 45 mm wide modular construction supports organised cabinet layouts.
Designed for 35 mm DIN rail or panel mounting, the socket uses secure screw terminal connections and provides an IP20 protection rating. This specific version is supplied without an integrated voltage presence LED, making it suitable for installations where a straightforward enclosure power outlet is required.
Key Advantages
- 16 A rated current provides a practical power outlet for compatible electrical equipment.
- 230 V AC nominal supply suitable for European-style mains installations.
- Schuko Type F and Italian Bipasso Type L compatibility supports multiple European plug formats.
- Yellow RAL 1021 housing provides clear visual identification within electrical cabinets.
- 35 mm DIN rail mounting enables straightforward integration into modular electrical assemblies.
- Alternative panel mounting offers installation flexibility.
- 45 mm wide construction supports compact electrical enclosure layouts.
- Screw terminal connections provide secure electrical wiring.
- IP20 protection rating for installation in suitable protective enclosures.
- LED-free design provides a simple socket arrangement without an integrated voltage indicator.
- −40 to +70 °C ambient temperature range supports demanding installation environments.
- CE and UKCA conformity markings support applicable electrical equipment compliance requirements.
Key Features
- Finder 7U Series electrical enclosure power outlet.
- 16 A nominal current rating.
- 230 V AC nominal supply voltage.
- 50/60 Hz AC supply frequency.
- Schuko Type F and Italian Bipasso Type L socket compatibility.
- 10/16 A compatible plug system.
- Yellow RAL 1021 housing.
- Without voltage presence LED.
- 35 mm DIN rail or panel mounting.
- Vertical fitting orientation.
- Screw terminal electrical connections.
- 9 mm recommended wire stripping length.
- 0.5 Nm terminal tightening torque.
- IP20 protection rating.
- 45 mm modular width.
- −40 to +70 °C ambient operating temperature.
Technical Specifications
- Manufacturer: Finder
- Series: 7U Series
- Model: 7U.00.8.230.0002
- Product type: Modular electrical enclosure power socket
- Socket system: Schuko Type F + Italian Bipasso Type L
- Nominal supply voltage: 230 V AC
- Rated socket voltage: 250 V AC
- Supply frequency: 50/60 Hz
- Nominal current: 16 A
- Compatible plug ratings: 10/16 A
- Socket contacts: Live, neutral and protective earth
- Housing colour: Yellow
- Colour reference: RAL 1021
- Voltage presence LED: Not fitted
- Mounting type: DIN rail or panel
- DIN rail compatibility: 35 mm rail to EN 60715
- Installation orientation: Vertical
- Electrical connection: Screw terminals
- Minimum conductor cross-section: 0.5 mm²
- Maximum single solid conductor cross-section: 10 mm²
- Maximum conductor arrangement: 2 × 6 mm²
- Wire stripping length: 9 mm
- Terminal tightening torque: 0.5 Nm
- Housing width: 45 mm
- Protection rating: IP20
- Ambient temperature: −40 to +70 °C
- Conformity markings: CE, UKCA
- Country of origin: Italy
- RS stock number: 276-1211
Convenient Power Access Inside Electrical Control Cabinets
Electrical enclosure power sockets provide a convenient connection point for compatible equipment within industrial control panels and distribution assemblies. They can support commissioning, maintenance and operational requirements where an accessible mains outlet is needed inside a suitable electrical enclosure.
The Finder 7U.00.8.230.0002 is designed specifically for these applications, combining a 16 A rated outlet with compatibility for Schuko Type F and Italian Bipasso Type L plugs. Its modular construction allows the socket to be positioned alongside other electrical components within a professionally designed installation.
The yellow RAL 1021 finish provides a visually distinctive alternative to the grey version of the Finder 7U socket. This can help installers identify a designated power outlet within complex control cabinets, although the housing colour does not itself establish a particular electrical supply function or safety classification.
The device is fitted with screw terminals and can be mounted on a standard 35 mm DIN rail or suitable panel. Its IP20 rating means it should be installed within an enclosure providing the environmental and access protection required for the application.
Unlike the Finder 7U.00.8.230.0012, this 7U.00.8.230.0002 variant does not include an integrated voltage presence LED. This makes it suitable where a standard, non-indicating mains socket is preferred.
Typical Applications
- Industrial electrical control cabinets.
- Electrical distribution boards and enclosures.
- Machine control panel power outlets.
- Automation and process control installations.
- Electrical panel commissioning and maintenance connections.
- OEM machinery and equipment cabinets.
- Building services electrical installations.
- Industrial equipment requiring an accessible European-format mains socket.
- DIN rail-mounted modular power distribution assemblies.
- Replacement of compatible Finder 7U Series enclosure sockets.