Mounting frame 1-gang metal Schneider Electric EPH5800162 for switches and sockets

Schneider Electric EPH5800162 is a 1-gang metal mounting frame designed to secure a single switch or socket within standard wall boxes. The metal construction offers robust support and can serve as a grounding reference when required by the installation. This mounting frame is intended for straightforward mechanical fixing of a single-module device in residential or commercial wiring projects and is compatible with common European single-gang installations.

Advantages

The metal frame provides enhanced rigidity compared with plastic alternatives, helping to maintain alignment and prevent deformation over time. Its metallic body permits potential grounding connections where local electrical codes require an earth contact. The 1-gang format allows a compact footprint in single-module installations while offering reliable screw anchoring for stable device mounting.

Suitable for

• Installing a single light switch in a standard wall box
• Mounting a single electrical socket outlet in residential or commercial walls
• Renovation or new-build projects requiring metal mounting frames for mechanical strength or grounding
• Electrical installations where a compact, single-module solution is needed

Key specifications

• Configuration: 1-gang (single module)
• Material: metal frame for mechanical support
• Compatibility: designed for standard single-module wall boxes and switch/socket mechanisms
• Fixing method: screw mounting to wall box for stable device retention
• Application environment: residential and commercial indoor electrical installations

How to use

Place the metal mounting frame into a compatible single-gang wall box and align it with the box openings. Fit the switch or socket mechanism into the frame and secure it with the provided screws through the frame into the wall box, ensuring the device is flush with the finished wall surface. If grounding is required, follow local electrical codes to connect the earth conductor to the designated point on the metal frame or device. Verify tightness of screws and that the fitted device is level before restoring power.

Usage recommendations

Use the frame only with compatible single-module switches and sockets. Ensure all electrical work is performed with the power disconnected and, where required by regulation, by a qualified electrician. Check local installation standards for grounding requirements and appropriate torque for fixing screws to avoid damage to the frame or device.