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  • Carighan Maconar@lemmy.world
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    9 months ago

    Admittedly, that’s pretty awesome. I don’t understand why these sockets with power switches are not common elsewhere.

    Because they solve a problem that ~nobody has for ~all their sockets.

    Think about it: How many of your sockets do you actually use the switch on? 10%? 5%? Less?

    It’s smarter to put switches only where they are needed, after all every component in a circuit decreases efficiency and maintainability.

    • Railison@aussie.zone
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      9 months ago

      I suppose it’s a use you never realised you needed until you have it. Here are some examples off the top of my head:

      • Sandwich press stays in same place, doesn’t have an on/off button. Just flick switch and no need to unplug when not in use.
      • Power strip for the TV is wedged behind a credenza. Need to power cycle everything plugged into it but would need to move the whole credenza to unplug it. Flick the switch with a stick or arm and it’s done.
      • Using power tools and want to be sure they definitely won’t turn on while adjusting them: flick the switch and no need to unplug.