Scolmore’s Click MODE range sits in that sweet spot between budget white plastic and decorative metal plates. Antimicrobial certification, shallow backbox compatibility, and a 25-year warranty make it a genuine workhorse for domestic refurbs, commercial fit-outs, and hospitality projects. Here’s what’s worth knowing about the key products and where they fit.
This article is intended as a general overview to help you understand the key considerations around the Click MODE range and its applications. It is not a substitute for professional advice, installation instruction, or a replacement for current regulations. Specifications, regulations, and product standards can change — always refer to the latest published edition of the relevant standards and consult a qualified electrician or engineer for your specific project requirements.
The MODE plates are moulded from urea formaldehyde rather than standard thermoplastic, and that’s where the antimicrobial story comes from. Independent testing shows up to 99.9% bacterial kill rates against MRSA, E. coli, Salmonella and Klebsiella Pneumoniae, plus strong antiviral performance against enveloped viruses. The antimicrobial properties are integrated into the plate material itself — it’s not a coating that wears off.
Beyond the hygiene angle, Mode plates share a consistent polar white finish with smooth rounded lines. They sit well in both traditional and contemporary interiors without looking out of place. The switch plates are modular and compatible with Scolmore’s MiniGrid modules, so your electrician can customise switch configurations without swapping out the front plate. That’s genuinely useful on refurb work where requirements tend to shift mid-job.
The 25-year mechanical warranty is worth flagging too. For wholesalers and property managers, that’s a “fit and forget” proposition that goes well beyond typical building component lifecycles.
This is the one that gets the most attention, and for good reason. A 2-gang 13A switched socket with one USB-A and one USB-C outlet sharing a combined 4.2A charging capacity. According to the manufacturer specs, it accepts conductors up to 3 x 2.5mm² or 2 x 4mm², with a minimum 25mm backbox depth.
Where it earns its keep: domestic kitchens where clients want integrated USB-C without separate adapters cluttering the worktop, student accommodation where every outlet counts, hotel guest rooms, and any device-heavy space. The independent socket switching is a nice touch — your electrician can set up lamp control on one gang while keeping the USB ports live for overnight charging.
One thing to be aware of: according to the datasheet, there’s a 2mA USB standby current per unit. On a single install that’s nothing, but across a block of hotel rooms or a large student accommodation project, it’s worth your electrician factoring into the load calculations.
A double-pole switched fused connection unit with a lockable rocker and red LED indicator. It accepts standard BS 1362 cartridge fuses and is generally used for loads up to 3kW — immersion heaters, boilers, fans, towel rails, that sort of thing.
The lockable rocker is the standout feature here. In commercial kitchens, plant rooms, and care homes, facilities managers typically need a physical lock-off point for appliance isolation. The LED indicator gives clear confirmation of supply status, which matters when you’re troubleshooting at the end of a long day. The double-pole switching provides complete electrical isolation, which is generally required under current wiring regulations for certain fixed appliance types.
Screw terminals with generous capacity and twin earth terminals keep installation straightforward. Compliance with the relevant British Standards for fused connection units is confirmed by the manufacturer.
When the load exceeds 13A, this is the step up. A 20A double-pole plate switch with LED indicator, designed for fixed appliance isolation — storage heaters, immersion heaters, extraction systems, commercial dishwashers, that kind of thing.
Same smooth polar white 86 x 86mm plate as the rest of the range, same antimicrobial certification, same 25-year warranty. The LED gives clear on/off status, which is particularly useful in airing cupboards and plant areas where visual confirmation saves time. According to the manufacturer specs at time of writing, it handles 3 x 2.5mm² conductors with a minimum 25mm backbox depth.
Four switches on a single 86 x 86mm plate, suitable for 1-way or 2-way lighting circuits. The 10AX inductive rating means it’s designed to handle fluorescent and LED loads — your electrician will know that a standard 10A rating can struggle with the inrush current from reactive loads, and the AX rating addresses that.
This one shines in hallways, open-plan living spaces, and HMOs where several lighting zones terminate at a single point. The minimum backbox depth is typically around 16mm depending on site conditions, which makes it particularly friendly for shallow retrofits where box depths are unpredictable.
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MODE sits comfortably in the mid-market — a clear step up from basic white plastic without crossing into decorative metal price territory. For domestic work, the combination of USB-integrated sockets, lockable FCUs for fixed appliances, and multi-gang switches covers the majority of a typical house rewire or kitchen refurb from a single product range. Your electrician gets consistent terminal specs and torque values across the range, which keeps things moving on site.
The antimicrobial plates are increasingly relevant in domestic kitchens and bathrooms, particularly for clients who are aware of hygiene considerations and willing to spend a fraction more.
The hygiene certification becomes a genuine specification driver in commercial environments. Healthcare facilities, education buildings, care homes, and retail spaces with high public footfall all benefit from surfaces with independently verified antimicrobial properties. For property managers, the 25-year warranty provides long-term cost certainty that budget accessories simply can’t match.
The FCU and 20A switch options cover most commercial equipment isolation requirements — POS terminals, display lighting, HVAC controls, security system power supplies. Double-pole switching with LED indication provides the isolation and status confirmation that equipment manufacturers’ warranty conditions typically require.
Hotels and guest accommodation present that awkward combination of high usage, hygiene requirements, and the expectation of a clean modern finish. MODE handles all three. USB sockets in guest rooms eliminate adapter clutter, antimicrobial plates address hygiene concerns in high-occupancy environments, and the consistent polar white finish keeps things looking professional across hundreds of rooms.
Commercial kitchens in restaurants and hospitality venues are another strong fit. Lockable FCUs for catering equipment, 20A switches for commercial dishwashers and extraction systems, and antimicrobial plates in food preparation areas — it ticks the boxes that matter.
The MODE range is available across both markets through established distribution. The products carry both UKCA and CE marking. The underlying wiring regulations differ between Ireland and the UK — Irish installations generally reference the National Rules for Electrical Installations (ET 101), while UK work follows BS 7671. Your electrician will know which applies, but from a product specification standpoint, the MODE range is designed for both markets.
MODE isn’t trying to be the cheapest white moulded range on the shelf, and it’s not pretending to be decorative metalwork. It’s a mid-market workhorse with genuine technical substance — antimicrobial certification that holds up to scrutiny, a consistent product family that covers most common installation scenarios, and a warranty that means you’re not going back to site in three years.
For contractors working across domestic, commercial, and hospitality sectors, stocking a core set of MODE products — the CMA786 USB socket, CMA2652 lockable FCU, CMA2623 20A switch, and CMA9014 4-gang switch — covers a surprising amount of ground. Worth a look if you haven’t already. You can browse the range at electricalwholesaler.uk.