This specification applies to portable 2-pin socket-outlets for a.c. only, without earithing contacts, with a rated voltage of 250 V and a rated current not exceeding 13 A, intended for household and similar purposes. It is an assembly consisting of a non-detachable 2-core flexible cable fitted with a 13 A plug complying with SS 145: Part 1 and having a single or multiple 2-pin shuttered socket outlets. The 2-pin socket-outlet shall accept flat, non-rewirable twopole pole plug rated 2.5 A 250 V with cord complying to EN 50075. The portable socket-outlet to be the non-rewirable type, is so constructed that it forms a complete unit with the flexible cable which shall comply with SS 358: Part 5 and having minimum cross-sectional area of 1.25 mm.