Legrand, a global manufacturer of electrical and digital infrastructure solutions, has announced the release of its Kitchen Countertop Outlet. The company says the outlet delivers a sleek, safe, and code-compliant power solution for modern kitchen islands and peninsulas. Developed in response to 2023 NEC Section 210.52(C)(3) updates, which prohibit outlets on the sides of kitchen islands, the product is designed to bring power directly to the surface without compromising design or install efficiency.
Engineered for fast installs, everyday durability, and seamless aesthetics, the Kitchen Countertop Outlet features a small, surface-mounted profile. The company asserts that its new outlet takes up 40% less space than traditional pop-up models and includes a simplified connection system with UL 498 certification for safety and performance. Legrand suggests the outlet delivers power access for residential and hospitality spaces, and it can be used by contractors, builders, electricians, and designers navigating evolving code standards.
“Our goal was to solve for safety and compliance while making it easier and faster for the trades to deliver beautiful, functional kitchen countertops,” says Racheal Rich, product manager, Legrand. “This product eliminates the need for bulky pop-ups or workarounds, and gives pros a truly install-friendly solution they can count on to pass inspection and wow homeowners.”
Kitchen Countertop Outlet Meets Modern Safety Codes
Unlike pop-up models that can obstruct workspace or have pop-up related failures over time, Legrand boasts that its Kitchen Countertop Outlet is built for longevity, aesthetic flexibility, and simplicity. Designed to be installed with or without a lid, the outlet can be used for renovations, and retrofits in single-family homes, multi-dwelling units (MDUs), hospitality spaces (bars, cafés, hotel lounges), and commercial settings like office break rooms or waiting rooms.
Kitchen Countertop Outlet Features and Benefits:
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NEC 2023 Code-Compliant: Meets new requirements for power on kitchen islands and peninsulas
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UL 498 Rated: Passes UL half-gallon spill test and is tested to 2000 volts dielectric strength
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Simple Installation: 90-degree snap-in connector and hand-turn nut allow for fast installs above and below counter; a first-of-its-kind
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Durable and Easy to Clean: Surface-mount design resists corrosion and integrates cleanly with countertops
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Tamper-Resistant: Built-in shutters protect against object insertion, ideal for family-safe kitchens
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Minimalist Profile: Smallest diameter and depth on the market, reduces visual and physical impact and creates more usable space under the counter
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Design-Minded Finishes: Device comes in matte black or white; cast-metal lids available in black, white, stainless steel, and champagne bronze
“Contractors want code-compliant solutions that won’t slow them down. Designers want sleek options that complement modern kitchens,” adds Rich. “This outlet delivers both and it’s backed by Legrand’s 130-year legacy of reliability, innovation, and industry leadership.”
