BG Nexus Screwless Flat Plate Polished Chrome Dual Voltage Shaver Socket 115V/240V – White Insert | FPC20W

Premium Screwless Bathroom Shaver Socket with Polished Chrome Finish and White Insert

The BG Nexus Screwless Flat Plate FPC20W Dual Voltage Shaver Socket combines contemporary styling with practical bathroom functionality, providing a dedicated electrical outlet for compatible electric shavers and rechargeable toothbrushes.

Manufactured by BG Electrical (British General), this premium bathroom shaver socket features an elegant polished chrome faceplate with a contrasting white insert, making it an attractive choice for modern bathrooms, en-suites, cloakrooms and hotel washrooms.

Part of the BG Nexus Screwless Flat Plate range, the FPC20W features a sleek, low-profile design with no visible fixing screws on the decorative front plate. Its polished chrome finish complements modern bathroom taps, shower fittings, heated towel rails and other chrome accessories.

The socket provides dual 115V and 240V outputs, allowing it to accommodate compatible shavers and toothbrush chargers designed for these voltages.

A built-in isolating transformer provides the dedicated shaver supply, making the FPC20W suitable for correctly installed bathroom applications.

The screwless front plate features BG's convenient clip-on, clip-off design, allowing the decorative cover to be fitted and removed without visible front-facing screws.

For additional protection in bathroom environments, the socket incorporates an integral moisture-control gasket designed to help protect the edges of the metal faceplate from moisture and tarnishing.

With a minimum mounting box depth of 47mm, colour-coded terminals and backed-out captive terminal screws, the BG FPC20W is designed to support straightforward professional installation.

Whether completing a bathroom renovation, upgrading existing wiring accessories or specifying matching polished chrome fittings throughout a property, the BG FPC20W Polished Chrome Shaver Socket offers a stylish and practical solution.

Key Features

• BG Electrical Nexus Screwless Flat Plate Shaver Socket
• Manufacturer Part Number: FPC20W
• Product Type: Dual Voltage Shaver Socket
• Output Voltages: 115V and 240V
• Input Supply: 220–240V AC
• Finish: Polished Chrome
• Insert Colour: White
• Contemporary flat plate design
• Screwless decorative front plate
• Secure clip-on, clip-off faceplate
• Slimline appearance
• Low-profile faceplate projecting approximately 3mm from the wall
• Rounded faceplate edges
• Durable metal faceplate construction
• Integrated moisture-control gasket
• Designed for compatible electric shavers and toothbrush chargers
• Built-in isolating transformer
• Transformer Rating: 20VA
• IP Rating: IP41
• Colour-coded terminal identification
• Backed-out captive terminal screws
• Minimum Mounting Box Depth: 47mm
• Fixing Centres: 120.6mm
• Faceplate Dimensions: Approximately 148mm × 88mm
• Manufactured to BS EN 61558-1 and BS EN 61558-2-5
• Suitable for domestic and commercial bathroom installations, subject to applicable electrical regulations
• Coordinates with other BG Nexus Screwless polished chrome accessories

Elegant Polished Chrome Finish with White Insert

The BG FPC20W features a premium polished chrome finish designed to complement contemporary bathroom interiors.

The reflective chrome faceplate creates a stylish appearance, while the white insert provides a clean contrast and helps the socket coordinate with traditional white sanitaryware.

Benefits of the Polished Chrome Finish

• Contemporary decorative appearance
• Complements chrome bathroom taps
• Coordinates with polished shower fittings
• Suitable for modern and traditional bathrooms
• Attractive alternative to standard white plastic accessories
• Complements chrome towel rails and bathroom hardware
• Ideal for coordinated bathroom refurbishments
• Creates a premium finish around the shaver outlet

The polished chrome finish is particularly suitable for bathrooms where matching electrical accessories are an important part of the overall design.

Dual Voltage 115V/240V Shaver Socket

A key feature of the BG Nexus FPC20W is its dual-voltage shaver outlet.

The socket provides dedicated 115V and 240V outputs for compatible personal grooming appliances.

This makes it suitable for a range of electric shavers and rechargeable toothbrush chargers designed for use with bathroom shaver sockets.

Dual Voltage Outputs

• 115V Output: For compatible 115V appliances
• 240V Output: For compatible 240V appliances
• Input Supply: 220–240V AC
• Transformer Rating: 20VA

Benefits of Dual Voltage

• Supports compatible shavers with different voltage requirements
• Convenient for bathroom grooming appliances
• Suitable for selected rechargeable toothbrush chargers
• Practical for domestic bathrooms
• Useful in hotel and guest accommodation
• Provides a dedicated bathroom shaver supply

Important: This is a transformer-isolated shaver socket, not a standard 13A mains socket.

Only appliances compatible with the socket's output voltage, connection type and 20VA rating should be connected.

It is not intended for hairdryers, straighteners, heaters or other high-power electrical appliances.

Screwless Flat Plate Design

The BG Nexus Screwless FPC20W features a sleek decorative faceplate with no visible fixing screws.

This creates a clean, uninterrupted finish that complements modern bathroom interiors.

The flat plate design has softly rounded edges and a low-profile appearance, helping the accessory sit neatly against the wall.

Benefits of the Screwless Design

• No visible front-facing fixing screws
• Clean contemporary appearance
• Attractive polished chrome finish
• Neat installation
• Convenient clip-on decorative cover
• Coordinates with matching BG Nexus accessories
• Suitable for premium bathroom installations

The screwless appearance makes the FPC20W particularly appealing where attention to decorative detail is important.

Convenient Clip-On, Clip-Off Faceplate

The BG FPC20W incorporates a secure clip-on, clip-off front plate.

This allows the decorative faceplate to be attached after the electrical accessory has been correctly installed.

Installation Benefits

• Convenient faceplate attachment
• No visible decorative fixing screws
• Neat finishing around the wall surface
• Practical during bathroom refurbishment work
• Suitable for professional electrical installation
• Helps maintain a consistent appearance with matching accessories

The electrical connections and mounting arrangement must be completed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions before the decorative plate is fitted.

Integral Moisture-Control Gasket

Bathrooms can experience condensation and elevated humidity, making the selection of appropriate electrical accessories particularly important.

The BG FPC20W incorporates an integral moisture-control gasket.

This gasket is designed to help protect the edges of the metal faceplate from moisture and reduce the risk of tarnishing.

Benefits of the Moisture-Control Gasket

• Helps protect metal faceplate edges
• Designed to reduce moisture-related tarnishing
• Suitable for correctly specified bathroom installations
• Supports a neat decorative finish
• Useful in humid indoor environments
• Helps protect the faceplate around the wall surface

Important: The moisture-control gasket does not make the socket waterproof.

The FPC20W has an IP41 rating and must only be installed in a location permitted by the applicable bathroom electrical installation requirements.

Designed for Professional Installation

The BG Nexus Screwless FPC20W includes several features intended to support professional electrical installation.

These include colour-coded terminal identification, captive terminal screws and a standard fixing-centre arrangement.

Installation Features

• Minimum mounting box depth of 47mm
• Colour-coded terminal identification
• Backed-out captive terminal screws
• 120.6mm fixing centres
• Secure mounting arrangement
• Clip-on decorative faceplate
• Integrated moisture-control gasket

The captive terminal screws help prevent screw loss during installation, while the terminal identification assists with correct wiring.

Important Installation Guidance

The FPC20W must be installed by a suitably qualified or competent person in accordance with:

• The manufacturer's installation instructions
• Current UK wiring regulations, including BS 7671
• Applicable bathroom electrical safety requirements
• The installation's protective measures and circuit design

Bathroom electrical accessories must be positioned correctly in relation to bath and shower zones.

Always confirm that the proposed location is suitable for an IP41 shaver socket before installation.

Suitable for Bathrooms and En-Suites

The BG FPC20W Polished Chrome Shaver Socket is designed for use in appropriate bathroom environments.

Its decorative chrome finish and white insert make it a popular choice for modern residential and hospitality installations.

Typical Bathroom Applications

• Main bathrooms
• En-suite bathrooms
• Guest bathrooms
• Hotel bathrooms
• Residential refurbishments
• New-build properties
• Apartment bathrooms
• Guest accommodation
• Commercial washrooms where permitted

The dedicated shaver outlet provides a convenient connection point for compatible personal grooming appliances.

Ideal for Hotels and Guest Accommodation

Dual-voltage shaver sockets are particularly useful in hospitality environments.

The BG FPC20W combines a stylish appearance with the practicality of 115V and 240V outputs.

Hospitality Benefits

• Dual-voltage shaver supply
• Contemporary polished chrome appearance
• Suitable for compatible guest grooming appliances
• Coordinates with premium bathroom fittings
• Screwless decorative faceplate
• Appropriate for correctly designed hotel bathroom installations

Its elegant finish makes it particularly suitable for hotels, serviced apartments and guest accommodation where decorative consistency is important.

Part of the BG Nexus Screwless Flat Plate Range

The BG FPC20W forms part of the BG Nexus Screwless Flat Plate wiring accessory collection.

This range includes switches, sockets and other electrical accessories in coordinated decorative finishes.

Choosing accessories from the same range helps create a consistent appearance throughout a property.

Benefits of the BG Nexus Screwless Range

• Coordinated decorative finishes
• Contemporary flat plate styling
• Screwless front plate design
• Suitable for residential and commercial interiors
• Wide selection of matching electrical accessories
• Premium metal faceplate appearance

The polished chrome finish can be coordinated with other compatible BG Nexus Screwless accessories to achieve a consistent interior design.

General Product Information

• Brand: BG Electrical
• Manufacturer: British General
• Product Range: Nexus Screwless Flat Plate
• Manufacturer Part Number: FPC20W
• Product Type: Dual Voltage Shaver Socket
• Accessory Category: Bathroom Electrical Accessories
• Finish: Polished Chrome
• Insert Colour: White
• Faceplate Style: Screwless Flat Plate
• Profile: Slimline
• Shape: Rectangular
• Mounting Type: Flush Wall Mounting with Suitable Back Box

• Input Voltage: 220–240V AC
• Output Voltage 1: 115V
• Output Voltage 2: 240V
• Transformer Rating: 20VA
• Socket Type: Dual Voltage Shaver Outlet
• Power Supply Type: Mains Supply with Integrated Isolation Transformer
• Suitable Appliances: Compatible Electric Shavers and Toothbrush Chargers
• Standard 13A Socket: No
• High-Power Appliance Outlet: No

Construction and Finish

• Faceplate Material: Metal
• Faceplate Finish: Polished Chrome
• Insert Material: Insulating Plastic
• Insert Colour: White
• Decorative Plate: Screwless
• Faceplate Attachment: Clip-On / Clip-Off
• Edge Design: Rounded
• Moisture-Control Gasket: Yes
• Visible Front Fixing Screws: No

Dimensions

• Overall Width: Approximately 147.9mm
• Overall Height: Approximately 87.4mm
• Overall Depth: Approximately 48.5mm
• Faceplate Projection: Approximately 3mm
• Fixing Centres: 120.6mm
• Minimum Mounting Box Depth: 47mm

Dimensions are approximate and should be checked against the current manufacturer drawing when installation tolerances are critical.

• Installation Type: Fixed Wiring
• Mounting Position: Wall
• Minimum Back Box Depth: 47mm
• Terminal Arrangement: Colour-Coded
• Terminal Screws: Captive
• Backed-Out Terminal Screws: Yes
• Terminal Capacity: 3 × 2.5mm² or 2 × 4mm², subject to terminal configuration and manufacturer instructions
• Fixing Centres: 120.6mm
• Professional Installation Recommended: Yes

Protection and Compliance

• IP Rating: IP41
• Moisture-Control Gasket: Yes
• Relevant Standards: BS EN 61558-1 and BS EN 61558-2-5
• Bathroom Installation: Subject to BS 7671 and applicable location restrictions
• Waterproof: No
• Suitable for Direct Water Spray: No

Additional Information

• Manufacturer Part Number: FPC20W
• EAN / Barcode: 5050765005661
• Colour Combination: Polished Chrome / White
• Product Function: Dedicated Dual Voltage Shaver Supply
• Product Quantity: 1 Shaver Socket
• Mounting Box: Not assumed to be included
• Manufacturer Warranty: Check current BG warranty terms and conditions

Suitable Applications

The BG Nexus Screwless FPC20W Polished Chrome Shaver Socket is suitable for:

• Domestic Bathrooms
• En-Suite Bathrooms
• Guest Bathrooms
• Bathroom Refurbishments
• New-Build Homes
• Apartment Bathrooms
• Hotel Bathrooms
• Guest Accommodation
• Serviced Apartments
• Residential Electrical Installations
• Commercial Bathroom Installations
• Electric Shaver Charging Points
• Compatible Electric Toothbrush Charging Points
• Contemporary Bathroom Designs
• Polished Chrome Bathroom Schemes
• Matching BG Nexus Wiring Accessories
• Professional Electrical Installations

All applications are subject to correct electrical design, appliance compatibility and permitted installation locations.

Why Choose the BG FPC20W Polished Chrome Shaver Socket?

The BG Nexus Screwless Flat Plate FPC20W offers a practical combination of elegant design, dual-voltage functionality and professional installation features.

Its polished chrome finish with white insert provides a premium decorative appearance, making it an excellent choice for modern bathrooms and en-suites.

The 115V and 240V shaver outputs provide a dedicated supply for compatible electric shavers and rechargeable toothbrush chargers.

The integrated isolating transformer supports its intended use as a bathroom shaver outlet, while the IP41 rating and moisture-control gasket contribute to its suitability for correctly specified indoor installations.

The screwless clip-on faceplate creates a clean, contemporary finish without visible decorative fixing screws.

With a 47mm minimum mounting box depth, colour-coded terminals and captive terminal screws, the FPC20W is designed with professional installation in mind.

Whether replacing an existing bathroom shaver socket or completing a new bathroom installation, the BG FPC20W Polished Chrome Dual Voltage Shaver Socket is a stylish and functional addition to a coordinated electrical accessory scheme.