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Hello, I'm moving room and in my new room (Basement) there is only one Wall socket. And it look like this:

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Would it be ok for me to only use multiple of these:

 

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I plan on having a PC (850w PSU) A 4K TV and a microwave and a Gaming console and tons of chargers for Mobile & iPad and 3DS

 

Or do I need to call a electricer and if so how would I explain my problem?

 

[Sorry for bad English]

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2 minutes ago, W-L said:

You can split it but that one you have isn't grounded I would suggest to get a surge protector/power bar instead. 

the socket looks like a schuko type grounded socket, and that splitter is hideously old (actually no longer conform european regulations) and will need replacement for safety either way. (a lot of the older ones actually catch fire before the circuit breakers pop)

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Just now, manikyath said:

the socket looks like a schuko type grounded socket, and that splitter is hideously old (actually no longer conform european regulations) and will need replacement for safety either way. (a lot of the older ones actually catch fire before the circuit breakers pop)

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Are these better?

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Just now, Amoox said:

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Are these better?

if it has grounding pins on the round outlets they're fine.

 

basic noob-friendly explanation to what is a good socket:

- the plugs need tall edges around them (like that one does, the round one in OP doesnt)

- the round plugs need to have ground contacts

- needs to be rated at least 16A

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2 minutes ago, Amoox said:

Are these better?

It's a step in the right direction but make sure it's not just a power bar/splitter but a proper surge protector, just an example:

http://fsp-europe.com/surge-protector/

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Just now, W-L said:

It's a step in the right direction but make sure it's not just a power bar/splitter but a proper surge protector, just an example:

http://fsp-europe.com/surge-protector/

to be honest those arent *all that* necessary, and in fact usually do very little good either way.

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Just now, manikyath said:

to be honest those arent *all that* necessary, and in fact usually do very little good either way.

Surge protectors are best used on equipment, is provides an extra layer of protection however basic it is to the built in surge suppression that most devices already have built in. 

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Just now, W-L said:

Surge protectors are best used on equipment, is provides an extra layer of protection however basic it is to the built in surge suppression that most devices already have built in. 

my issue is that devices get branded with "surge protection" and are then suddenly worth 10x more, while in fact only containing this inside:

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(take note of the solder joint on the left.)

 

my opinion on the matter is you're better off with cheap power strips, and put a single, decent piece of equipment at the source.

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3 minutes ago, manikyath said:

my issue is that devices get branded with "surge protection" and are then suddenly worth 10x more, while in fact only containing this inside:

(take note of the solder joint on the left.)

 

my opinion on the matter is you're better off with cheap power strips, and put a single, decent piece of equipment at the source.

Yes I've seen my fair share or lets say less than admirable attempts of surge protectors, but in general decent quality ones like GE, Belkin, and others at least will provide some form of protection than say a direct connection to mains. However that being said things can still be damaged even with a surge protector in place. 

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4 minutes ago, Amoox said:

Ok, So I just plug that in my old wall socket and all the other 8 things I plug in to it will be safe? And can I Buy 2 of these and stack them?

Yes and stacking isn't the best as it can overload the wall socket or circuit if you have a lot of high powered devices. 

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5 hours ago, Amoox said:

Do you think it will handle 3 monitors, microwave, 4K TV, high end gaming PC, and tons of chargers 

I wouldn't put the microwave on the same circuit depending on the wattage of it that alone can take up all the amperage on the single circuit.

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