Countertop Outlet
Delivering Convenient Power Right on the Counter
As electrical codes change but homeowner needs for power remain the same, outlets on kitchen islands and similar structures must adapt. Legrand’s latest Kitchen Countertop Outlet is the first upward facing outlet to pass the half-gallon spill test required for UL standards and to meet the National Electrical Code (NEC). Less obtrusive and smaller than a pop-up outlet, the surface-mount Kitchen Countertop Outlet provides power exactly where it's needed on kitchen islands and peninsulas, as well as on bars in restaurants and hospitality settings, in office lobbies, waiting rooms, cafeterias and more.
According to the latest 2023 NEC requirements, receptacles are no longer allowed in areas where the plug and cords may cause a safety hazard, like along the side of kitchen islands or peninsulas. By 2026, roughly 50% of states will adopt the standard, and to remain code-compliant with NEC 2023 406.5 (E), homebuilders and contractors will need to find an alternative. The solution is a countertop outlet that is UL-rated for spills while fitting a home’s form and function to accommodate code requirements and homeowners’ needs.
The Kitchen Countertop Outlet – A First of Its Kind
Quick connecting termination tail can be wired above the counter, and a hand-turn nut requires no tools under the counter.
Corrosion/chemical resistant and built without springs to withstand heavy-duty wear and tear.
Tamper-resistant ‘invisi-shutters’ protect against insertion of foreign objects.
Requires minimal space both above and below the counter so as to not interfere with design, cabinetry, drawers and plumbing.
Sits surface-mount on the counter for ease of use while keeping the space clear.
40% smaller footprint than the competition
Passes UL-498 half gallon spill test
For use in homes, bars/restaurants, hotels, offices, lobbies, and more
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Complement DÉCOR, FIXTURES AND FINISHES WITH OUTLET LID
Maintain a clean look on a countertop surface with a sleek outlet cover. An optional lid for the Kitchen Countertop Outlet comes in four cast metal colors to seamlessly match with the aesthetic of any space. Plus, the outlet itself is available in both matte black and matte white.
