The Siemens 5UB1582 is a DELTA line German Schuko socket outlet in white with increased touch protection (erhöhter Berührungsschutz), supplied as a complete one-piece unit with an integrated 80x80mm full plate. Rated at 16A/250V with screwless plug-in connection terminals, it is designed for standard flush-mounted indoor installation. The built-in touch protection shrouds the live contacts inside the socket, reducing the risk of accidental contact — a key safety upgrade for homes with children and public-access areas.

What does increased touch protection actually do?

Increased touch protection (erhöhter Berührungsschutz) means the live and neutral contact apertures inside the socket are recessed behind insulating barriers. A straight, narrow object — like a screwdriver or a child's finger — cannot reach the energized contacts without first passing through a non-conductive shroud. This is not the same as an active shutter system (which mechanically blocks both apertures until a plug is inserted), but it significantly reduces the risk of accidental contact during normal use. In Germany, many regional building codes now require increased touch protection for all new residential socket installations.

How does the 5UB1582 differ from the standard 5UB1580?

The only difference is the increased touch protection. Electrically and mechanically, the 5UB1582 and 5UB1580 are identical — same 16A/250V rating, same screwless terminals, same 80x80mm full plate in white. The 5UB1582 adds the safety shroud. Choose the 5UB1582 when your installation code requires increased touch protection or when additional safety is desired in homes, schools, and public buildings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is increased touch protection the same as a child safety shutter?

Not exactly. Increased touch protection uses fixed insulating barriers that make it harder to reach live parts. A child safety shutter (Kinderschutz) is an active mechanism — spring-loaded shutters that open only when both pins of a plug are inserted simultaneously. The 5UB1582 has touch protection but does not have active shutters. For applications requiring active shutter protection, check Siemens' DELTA line product range for Kinderschutz variants.

Can this socket be used outdoors?

No. With an IP20 rating, the 5UB1582 is designed for indoor use only. For outdoor or wet-area installations, Siemens offers DELTA line sockets with IP44 or higher ratings and appropriate hinged covers.