Socket Lock - Stop Lekky Thiefs

September 26, 2007

The Socket Lock idea is to have a system built where your power outlets on the wall are secured to stop potential electricity thieves. This type of socket would be ideal for public buildings to prevent people nicking the power and running up the electric bill of the building. The idea comes from Daily Invention and could work by the socket having internal barrels like a regular lock in which only specific plugs could be connected. Another idea is to have corresponding power leads for laptops which only work with the correct lead. Having the wrong power cord would mean a new battery needs to be purchased by the thief.