WAGO Wire Connectors — 221 Series Lever, 222 Compact and Push-Wire Connectors for UK Electricians

WAGO connectors have become the go-to cable connection method for UK electricians, replacing traditional chocolate block terminal strips in junction boxes, lighting circuits and consumer unit work. The WAGO 221 series lever connectors, 222 compact splicing connectors and push-wire alternatives give electricians a fast, reliable and reusable termination for solid, stranded and flexible conductors up to 6mm². APM Electricals stocks a full range of WAGO connectors — from individual pieces to trade boxes of 50 to 120 — so you can work efficiently on every job.

Why Electricians Choose WAGO Connectors

WAGO push-in and lever connectors are tool-free: you simply push the wire in (or lift the lever, insert, then close) and the connection is secure. They accept mixed conductor types in the same connector — solid copper, stranded and fine-stranded flex can all be terminated in a single unit without adaptors. Each connector is rated to at least 32A at 450V AC, exceeding the demands of most domestic and light commercial circuits. The transparent housing lets you visually confirm conductor seating before the junction box is closed, reducing call-backs and failed inspections. WAGO connectors are also reusable: open the lever, withdraw the wire, and the connector is ready for the next termination.

Featured WAGO Connectors at APM Electricals

WAGO 221-412 2-Way Compact Lever Connector — Box of 100

Price: £33.73 inc VAT

The WAGO 221-412 is the industry-standard 2-way lever connector used across domestic rewires, lighting circuits and consumer unit tails. The transparent body accepts wires from 0.2mm² to 4mm² (both solid and stranded) and the orange lever locks the conductor in place without tools. Rated 32A / 450V AC. Box of 100 individual connectors — ideal for keeping the van stocked on multi-room rewires where loop-in/loop-out connections at every ceiling rose add up quickly.

• Poles: 2-way
• Max conductor: 4mm²
• Rating: 32A / 450V AC
• Pack size: 100 connectors
• Series: WAGO 221

WAGO 222-413 3-Way Compact Connector 2.5mm Grey — Pack of 50

Price: £16.99 inc VAT

The WAGO 222-413 is a 3-way compact splicing connector — the grey housing version for 2.5mm² conductors. Push the wire in and a spring clamp secures it automatically: no lever required, making this one of the fastest termination options on the market. Suitable for solid, stranded and fine-stranded wires from 0.08mm² to 2.5mm². Rated 32A / 450V AC. Widely used in socket ring main connections, spur terminations and 3-phase lighting controllers where a compact, screwless termination is needed. Pack of 50.

• Poles: 3-way
• Max conductor: 2.5mm²
• Rating: 32A / 450V AC
• Series: WAGO 222
• Pack size: 50 connectors

WAGO 5-Way Push-Wire Connector 2.5mm Grey — Box of 40

Price: £21.99 inc VAT

The WAGO 5-way push-wire connector in 2.5mm grey provides five simultaneous terminations in a single compact housing — ideal for lighting junction boxes where loop-in wiring brings multiple cables together, or for distributing live and neutral feeds across several circuits in a marshalling enclosure. Push-in actuation for solid and stranded conductors up to 2.5mm². Rated 32A / 450V AC. Box of 40 connectors. Each connector is reusable: use a small screwdriver in the release aperture to withdraw conductors without damage.

• Poles: 5-way
• Max conductor: 2.5mm²
• Rating: 32A / 450V AC
• Pack size: 40 connectors
• Conductor type: solid & stranded

WAGO 221 Series Connector Selection Case — 85 Pieces

Price: £39.99 inc VAT

The WAGO 221 Series Selection Case contains 85 connectors across the full 221 series range: 2-way (221-412), 3-way (221-413) and 5-way (221-415) compact lever connectors in a snap-close carry case. This is the trade starter kit for electricians converting from chocolate block to WAGO — you get one case covering every common junction scenario without ordering individual boxes. The case fits neatly in an electrician's bag and keeps connectors sorted and clean on site. Total connector count: 30x 2-way, 30x 3-way, 25x 5-way.

• Contains: 30x 221-412, 30x 221-413, 25x 221-415
• Total: 85 connectors
• Max conductor: 4mm² (2-way), 4mm² (3-way), 4mm² (5-way)
• Rating: 32A / 450V AC
• Includes: snap-close carry case

WAGO vs Chocolate Block: What's Changed on UK Sites?

Traditional terminal blocks (chocolate block) require a flat-head screwdriver, apply force unevenly across stranded wires, and can loosen over time with thermal cycling. BS 7671 (the IET Wiring Regulations) does not prohibit either method, but WAGO connectors meet the requirements of EN 60998 for maintenance-free screwless termination. On Part P notifiable work and on inspections by building control, WAGO connections are accepted without additional notes. The time saving on a rewire is significant: an electrician can terminate a 3-way junction in under 10 seconds with a WAGO lever connector versus 30–40 seconds with a screw terminal block.

Which WAGO Series Do I Need?

• 221 Series (lever connectors): Best for mixed conductors — accepts solid, stranded and flex in the same connector. The lever allows easy release and re-termination. Use where cables will be inspected or where retermination is likely.
• 222 Series (compact push-in): Fastest push-in action, smallest footprint. Best for solid conductors in tight junction boxes where speed matters more than reuse.
• 773/2773 Series (push-wire, multi-way): Higher pole counts (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 way) in push-wire format. Ideal for lighting distribution and marshalling in larger enclosures.
• 224 Series (lighting connectors): Designed for connecting luminaire leads to fixed wiring — the 224-112 is a 2-pole connector rated for pendant and batten lamp connections at ceiling level.

FAQs — WAGO Connectors for UK Electricians

Are WAGO connectors suitable for UK 230V mains wiring?

Yes. WAGO 221, 222 and 773 series connectors are rated 450V AC and 32A, which covers all standard domestic and light commercial circuits in the UK including 13A ring mains, 20A radials and 6A lighting circuits.

Can I use WAGO connectors for outdoor or bathroom lighting?

WAGO connectors themselves are not IP-rated. In wet locations or outdoors, you must house them in an appropriately rated enclosure (minimum IP44 for bathrooms outside Zone 1, IP65 for outdoor). The WAGO Wagobox junction boxes, also available at APM Electricals, are designed to provide a suitable housing.

What conductor types do WAGO 221 series accept?

WAGO 221 lever connectors accept solid copper, stranded (Class 2) and fine-stranded (Class 5) flexible conductors from 0.2mm² up to 4mm². This means they can terminate both T&E flat twin cable (solid core) and flex in the same connector without ferrules.

How do I release a wire from a WAGO 221 connector?

Lift the orange lever to the open position, then pull the wire straight out. The connector is undamaged and can be reused multiple times. For 222 series push-in connectors, insert a small screwdriver into the round release hole beside the wire entry port and push gently while withdrawing the conductor.

Are WAGO connectors cheaper than buying screw terminal blocks?

Per termination, WAGO connectors cost slightly more than the cheapest terminal blocks, but the time saving per connection typically offsets the material cost within a single domestic job. Trade boxes from APM Electricals bring the per-connector cost down significantly — a box of 100 WAGO 221-412 at £33.73 works out at under 34p per 2-way termination.

Order WAGO Connectors from APM Electricals

APM Electricals supplies WAGO connectors to electricians, contractors and domestic installers across the UK with next-day delivery on stocked lines. Browse the full WAGO range — including individual connectors for smaller jobs, trade boxes of 40–120 for volume work, and the 221 series selection case for mixed-use site kits — at apmi.uk. All prices include VAT. Same-day collection at 24 Western Avenue, Acton, London W3 7TZ. Call us on 020 8702 8080.