Do you know this situation? You have a power strip and only one spot left, and that's exactly where a much too large plug needs to go? Besides, these power strips don't always look attractive. Here I have found a really great solution that I also find visually very appealing: PowerCubes. This cube-shaped power strip makes it possible to always find a free, suitable plug socket. I especially like the cube-shaped power strip PLUS USB port, because in our household, USB ports are piling up.
Here I have summarized the most important details for you:
PowerCubes – the slightly different power strips
PowerCube Extended
The PowerCube is actually a plug cube. With this design, it is always possible to plug in any plug size at any time, as the often bulky adapters cannot obstruct each other. With this small size, the PowerCube can be set up or plugged in anywhere, as it has a unique mounting system. With this mounting system, it can be attached horizontally, vertically, or even facing downwards, and can also be changed again and again, as the adhesive tape is removable.
The PowerCube is also modularly expandable, so that several PowerCubes can be plugged together. In terms of color, the PowerCube Extended is kept in a tasteful white-red and has 5 plug sockets. The PowerCubes can also be ordered with double the cable length (thus 3 m).
Technical specifications:
- 5 sockets
- 3680 W, grounded
- 230V, 16 A
- Cable length: 1.5 m
- Mounting option (PowerCube Docks) with removable adhesive tape
- Price € 14.95 – 17.90 incl. tax
PowerCube Extended USB
The PowerCube Extended USB has a really great feature: in addition to the other details, it has a High Power Duo USB port. This is compatible with smartphones, tablets, iPhone, iPod, and iPad.
Just like the PowerCube Extended, this can also be modularly expanded and enlarged. In terms of color, it is kept in a classy gray-white and has 4 plug sockets. The PowerCube Extended USB is supplied with a 1.5 m cable. With the included mounting system, it can be attached horizontally, vertically, or even facing downwards, and can also be changed again and again, as the adhesive tape is removable. The PowerCubes with USB can also be ordered with double the cable length (thus 3 m).
Technical specifications:
- 4 sockets
- 2x USB 5 V, 2.1 A
- 3680 W, grounded
- 230V, 16 A
- Cable length: 1.5 m
- Mounting option (PowerCube Docks) with removable adhesive tape
- Price € 24.95 – 26.90 incl. tax
Power Bar with and without USB
The Power Bar is an elegant solution for a power strip. With the included mounting system, this power strip can be easily attached under a desk. The strip can also be attached at an angle here so that bulky adapters can also be plugged in.
There are also 2 variants here, one with and one without USB. In the version without USB, 4 plug sockets are available and it is colored in fashionable red. The version with the USB ports is colored in gray and has 2 sockets for plugs in addition to the 2 USB ports.
Technical specifications:
- 4 sockets, or 2 sockets and 2 USB ports
- 3680 W, grounded
- 230V, 16 A
- Cable length: 1.5 m
- Mounting option (PowerCube Docks) with removable adhesive tape
- Price without USB: € 12.95
- Price with USB: € 16.95
Where can I buy PowerCubes?
A group of graduates in industrial design from the University of Delft (Netherlands) noticed the frustration when using multiple power strips and saw a need for change. These elegant and practical PowerCubes are offered by the company allocacoc.com and can be ordered quite conveniently on the Internet.
In webshop there is plenty of choice of practical power strip options. Ordering is easy and delivery is very fast. Why not visit the website and browse through the wide range:www.allocacoc.com.
Photos by allocacoc.com
Also read: 5 power-saving tips for energy-efficient household appliances
