15 A receptacle
Leviton T5262 Industrial-Spec 15A Duplex
The extra-heavy-duty industrial-specification 15-amp duplex, tamper-resistant, back- or side-wired.
Best for
Replacing worn 15 A receptacles with ones that never get loose
Specifications
| Rating | 15 A, 125 V, NEMA 5-15R, self-grounding |
|---|---|
| Grade | Extra heavy-duty industrial specification, tamper-resistant |
| Wiring | Back or side wire, 14-10 AWG |
| Listings | UL 498, CSA C22.2 No. 42, Fed Spec WC-596 |
| Warranty | 10-year limited |
Specifications as published by Leviton. Confirm against the current spec sheet before buying — manufacturers revise models without renaming them.
What's good
- Industrial-grade internals in a standard duplex — plugs stay tight for the life of the wall
- Tamper-resistant, meeting current dwelling code
- Accepts 10 AWG for multiwire and long-run circuits
What's not
- Costs several times the builder-grade part it replaces — worth it only where use is real
Our verdict
The falling-out-plug problem is a worn receptacle, and the fix is one grade up, once. This is the once. Swap the receptacles you actually use daily and leave the rest.
Compare with the alternatives
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