Introduction: USB Wall Socket Install
I wanted to clear up all the bulky wall attachments that you have to use with Ipad, Itouch, Iphone, etc....
You can pick these up at Lowes or Home Depot and there are nicer ones online.
Step 1: SAFETY! SAFETY! SAFETY!
TURN OFF CIRCUIT BREAKER FIRST! If you are unsure about messing with electricity then my advice to you is to let a professional do this.
Step 2: Remove Cover Plate
Step 3: Gently Pull Out the Elec. Outlet
Step 4: Wire Up the New One
The original outlet was controlled with a switch for the top part which is the red wire and the black wire was always hot and attached to the bottom part of the outlet. So, when you turned on the switch by the door the top part of the outlet had power going to it. The new outlet does not have that feature so I capped off the black wire and shoved it back inside.
Before wrapping everything up, plug in something and test by turning the circuit breaker back on AND then turn back off once you see that the new one works.
Step 5: Push the Wires Back in and Tighten Down
Step 6: The Future Is Here!
I predict most homes will be built with these in the future if they haven't started already. Enjoy!
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7 Comments
6 years ago on Introduction
very nice, i think walmart sells them too.
Reply 11 months ago
Yes, everyplace sells them now. Years ago when I installed this, I found it online and it hadn't become as popular yet.
4 years ago
UPDATE: This project was years ago when I posted and these outlets were difficult to find, but now every Walmart, Lowes and Home Depots have them. They even have all kinds of different styles now too. I actually had to order this outlet online at the time.
8 years ago on Introduction
As I haven't seen these at the Depot or Lowe's. Could you tell me the brand....
Reply 8 years ago on Introduction
Item #: 365252 | Model #: TR7740W-K <---they had this in the store
Item #: 369050 | Model #: WP2UWR <---Lowes online
The guy helping me couldn't find it until I gave him the model number. I guess they don't sell them very often since it was the only USB outlet they had.
8 years ago on Introduction
Very Nice. Where did you get the USB outlet from????
Reply 8 years ago on Introduction
Lowes. It was the only kind they had. Home Depot had a different kind online, but the closest Home Depot is an hour away from me.