GPO SOCKET - AUSTRALIAN DESIGNED
CHARGE SAFE.
STOP SMART.
The Switchstar GPO socket is designed to automatically cut power after 8 hours – protecting your lithium batteries (e-bikes, mobility scooters and golf buggies), your tools, and your home.
- Auto 8-hour shut-off
- Reduces overcharge risk
- Prevents overheating
- Designed for lithium batteries
- Australian designed
THE PROBLEM
YOUR STANDARD POWERPOINT NEVER STOPS.
Lithium batteries in power tools, e-bikes, mobility scooters and golf buggies all carry a real risk when left charging too long. Your standard GPO socket has no idea when to stop – and neither do most people.
- Overnight charging is one of the most common causes of lithium battery failure
- Overcharging accelerates battery wear and dramatically shortens lifespan
- Overheating from unmonitored charging is a leading cause of battery fires
- Standard sockets offer zero protection against extended power flow
8 HOURS
The maximum safe continuous charging window recommended for most high-capacity lithium batteries. SwitchStar cuts off automatically at this point – every time.
WHY SWITCHSTAR
BUILT FOR SAFER CHARGING
With over four fires a day on average in Australia due to Lithium Batteries, lithium batteries in power tools, e-bikes, mobility scooters and golf buggies all carry a real risk when left charging too long.
Your standard GPO socket has no idea when to stop. Switchstar is designed specifically to automatically cut off after 8 hours of charging.
Auto 8-Hour Shut-Off
Automatically cuts power to any connected device after 8 hours of continuous use. Set it, forget it - safely. No timers, no babysitting, no risk.
Overcharge Protection
Designed to reduce the risk of overcharging that degrades battery performance over time. Protect your investment in quality tools and equipment.
Overheating Prevention
Limits extended power flow to reduce overheating risk — one of the primary causes of lithium battery damage and failure in the home and workshop.
Modern Design
A clean, contemporary look that fits seamlessly into any home, workshop, or garage environment. Safety that doesn't compromise on style.
COMPATIBLE WITH
BUILT FOR WHAT YOU CHARGE
POWER TOOLS
E-BIKES
MOBILITY SCOOTERS
GOLF BUGGIES
LITHIUM BATTERIES
HOW SWITCHSTAR WORKS
SIMPLE. SMART. SAFE.
INSTALL
Replace your existing GPO socket with the SwitchStar. Standard installation – fits any Australian powerpoint housing – Installed by any licensed electrician.
PLUG IN & CHARGE
AUTO SHUT-OFF
After 8 hours, SwitchStar automatically cuts power. No overcharging, no overheating, no risk. Just peace of mind.
GET YOURS TODAY
DON'T LEAVE YOUR BATTERIES TO CHANCE
The SwitchStar GPO Socket is the smartest upgrade your charging setup will ever get. One socket. 8-hour protection. Complete peace of mind.
Join 15,000+ Australians already charging smarter and safer.
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Ease of use and installation
Our general power outlet (GPO) is easily installed by any licensed electrician, no programming or configuring, no internet required, no APP’s required. NO FUSS.
| Specifications |
|
|---|---|
| Colour | Available in white and black |
| Size | 120 x 72 x 42MM |
| Operating Voltage | 110 – 240V AC / 50Hz ~ 60Hz |
| Rated Current | 10A X 2 |
| Material | Toughened glass panel and fire retardant shell |
Frequently Asked Questions
There are over four fires a day on average in Australia with the loss of life count at least three in the past six months alone. This does not include the loss of life related to animals
In most instances when the wall or casing of a lithium-ion battery is damaged; it expands and in the most severe instances splits. When a lithium-ion battery casing splits it can be like a bomb going off, causing a catastrophic explosion. The fire can rarely be extinguished and must burn out.
● Continual overcharging which over time damages the battery housing.
● Incorrect chargers being used which leads to constant overcharging.
● Smart charger device failure which leads to overcharging.
● Mishandling of battery – being dropped is a common issue.
● Charging in heated environment or direct sunlight.
● The SwitchStar removes human intervention – we all forget we have things on charge and the Switch Star stops power reaching the device automatically after eight hours.
● The SwitchStar can also detect any increase in WATTS over 2400 and will automatically turn off if detected.
● The SwitchStar immediately reduces risk if the smart charger connected to your battery fails, by ensuring no power is available after eight hours.
Ideally a home should have at least one installed in a garage or if you live in an apartment, in the basement storage area or laundry.
If you are charging any of the following devices the SwitchStar is perfect for you:
- Electric wheelchairs.
- Electric mobility scooters.
- E-bikes.
● Electric golf carts and buggies
- ● All power tool battery charging cradles and like devices.
- ● Any other device that has a lithium-ion battery that needs to be charged for periods of time (exclude mobiles, laptops, tablets etc).
SwitchStar is fully compliant with Australian Standards and Approvals
Certificate No.: SAA-220058-EA
Regulatory Definition: Socket-Outlet
Product Description: Wall Socket (flush wall mounted touch switch)
Standard/s: AS/NZS 3112:2017
AS/NZS 3100:2017 Inc A1-3
AS/NZS 60669.2.1:2013
AS/NZS 60669.1:2020
