GlossaryElectricalWeatherproof socket
Weatherproof socket
Sockets · Also: Waterproof socket, IP-rated socket, Outdoor socket
In short
A sealed outdoor or wet-area outlet with a cover — for balconies, yards, and similar spots.
Notes
Weatherproof sockets have a hinged or screwed cover and a higher IP rating so rain and splash do not get into the contacts.
Use them outdoors, on balconies, and anywhere water can reach. Pair with an RCD/RCCB-protected circuit — the cover alone is not enough.