ABB’s Inora series represents a considered approach to wiring accessories — a product range where aesthetic restraint and functional engineering are given equal weight. For electrical contractors, M&E consultants and interior designers working on Singapore residential and boutique commercial projects, the Inora range offers a specification-grade option that sits above standard wiring accessories without the premium pricing of luxury European brands.

This guide covers the full Inora range, its technical specifications, where it sits in the ABB wiring accessories lineup, and practical considerations for specifying and installing it in Singapore projects.

What Is the ABB Inora Series?

Inora is ABB’s contemporary wiring accessories range for the Singapore and Asia-Pacific market. It covers the full suite of products needed for a residential or light commercial electrical installation: single and double pole switches, intermediate switches, dimmer switches, socket outlets (with and without USB charging), fan speed controllers, doorbell pushes, TV/data points, and blank plates.

The defining characteristic of the Inora range is its above-wall profile of just 8.5mm — significantly lower than standard wiring accessories. This ultra-slim profile sits flush against the wall surface and eliminates the shadow lines that standard switches cast under downlighting, making it particularly well suited to the minimalist interiors that dominate high-end Singapore residential projects.

Inora Design Specifications

The physical design of the Inora range reflects several deliberate choices:

• Profile height: 8.5mm above wall surface (standard wiring accessories typically protrude 12–18mm)
• Rocker design: Curved rocker with chamfered frame on top and bottom edges — creates a defined border without sharp corners
• Colour range: White, Classic Grey, Starry Black, Royal Gold — all four finishes available across the full product range
• Finish: Matte on White and Classic Grey; semi-gloss on Starry Black and Royal Gold
• Backlight: Blue LED backlight on switches (function is configurable — can be set to illuminate when the switch is off, or always illuminate for wayfinding)
• Frame system: Modular — single, double and triple gang configurations using a common frame

Full Product Range

The Inora range covers every standard residential and light commercial wiring accessory requirement:

Switches: 1-gang 1-way (16A), 1-gang 2-way (16A), 1-gang intermediate (16A), 2-gang 1-way and 2-way combinations. All rated for Singapore’s 230V 50Hz supply.

Socket Outlets: 13A switched socket outlets in 1-gang and 2-gang configurations. USB charging variants are available with integrated USB-A and USB-C ports, eliminating the need for plug-in USB charger adaptors at every socket.

Dimmer Switches: Leading-edge (LE) and trailing-edge (TE) dimmers for LED and incandescent/halogen loads respectively. Inora dimmers are compatible with most dimmable LED drivers available in Singapore — check compatibility with specific LED driver models before specification, as LED dimming compatibility varies by manufacturer.

Fan Speed Controllers: Rotary fan speed controllers for ceiling fans — a standard requirement in most Singapore residential rooms. Rated for the motor loads typical of Singapore ceiling fans.

Speciality Products: Doorbell pushes, telephone points (RJ11), data points (RJ45), TV aerial points (coaxial F-type), combined data/TV plates, and blank plates for future provisions.

Safety Features

Beyond its design credentials, the Inora range incorporates safety features relevant to Singapore installations:

• Safety shutters on socket outlets: All Inora socket outlets have spring-loaded safety shutters on live and neutral slots. The shutters only open when a plug is inserted correctly — a three-pin plug forces both shutters open simultaneously. Single-pin probes (such as a child inserting a metal object) cannot open the shutters. This is a mandatory requirement under Singapore’s SS 145 socket outlet standard.
• Surge protection option: Selected Inora socket outlets are available with integrated surge protection, providing Type 3 SPD protection at the point of use — useful for protecting sensitive electronics such as computers and audio equipment in areas where a dedicated SPD at the DB is not installed.
• IP20 rating: Standard Inora products are IP20 rated — suitable for dry indoor locations. For Singapore bathrooms, separate IP-rated bathroom accessories should be specified for wet zones.

Where Inora Is Specified in Singapore

The Inora range occupies the mid-to-upper tier of the wiring accessories market — above the standard contractor-grade products used in mass-market HDB refurbishments, but more accessibly priced than fully imported European luxury ranges. It is most commonly specified in:

• Private condominium unit refurbishments and new fit-outs
• Landed property (terrace, semi-detached, bungalow) renovations
• Boutique hotel and serviced apartment projects
• High-end commercial office fit-outs where client branding extends to interior finishes
• Showroom and retail environments where switch and socket aesthetics are visible and relevant to brand image

The four-colour range also makes Inora a practical choice for projects with strong interior colour direction — the Starry Black finish in particular has seen strong uptake in Singapore’s current wave of dark-palette interior design.

Installation Considerations for Contractors

From a contractor perspective, the Inora range is straightforward to install, with a few points to note:

Back box compatibility: Inora switches and socket outlets require standard Singapore-pattern back boxes. The ultra-slim above-wall profile means the internal wiring compartment is the same as standard accessories — installation is a direct replacement for existing fittings in most cases.

Dimmer wiring: Inora leading-edge dimmers require a neutral connection in addition to live and switched live. Confirm neutral is available at switch positions before specifying Inora dimmers in older properties, as some older Singapore wiring only loops live through switch positions without a neutral.

Gang plate combinations: The modular frame system allows combination plates to be built up from individual modules — useful for customising multi-gang configurations with a mix of switch, socket, and data functions at a single position.

Backlight configuration: The default backlight setting (illuminated when switch is off) is suitable for most applications. The backlight can be disabled for spaces where ambient light levels need to be kept very low, such as cinema rooms or bedrooms where light bleed from switches is unwanted.

Inora vs. ABB Abb-niverse: Choosing Between ABB Wiring Accessories Ranges

ABB offers two wiring accessories ranges in Singapore: Inora and the longer-established Abb-niverse series. The key differences:

The Abb-niverse range has a conventional wiring accessories profile, a wider product range including more speciality items, and is typically the choice for projects where a full residential specification is required at a competitive price point. It is available in a broader range of finishes and has been established in the Singapore market longer.

The Inora range is the design-led option — specified when the slim profile and refined aesthetic are a priority. It suits projects where the finish quality of wiring accessories is visible and relevant to the client’s brief, and where the four colour options align with the interior design direction.

Both ranges are available from authorised ABB distributors in Singapore and are covered by ABB’s standard product warranty.

Availability in Singapore

Lian Kok Electrical Pte Ltd stocks the complete ABB Inora range in Singapore. As an authorised ABB distributor since 1991, we supply Inora products to electrical contractors, interior designers, developers and end users across Singapore.

For project quantities, product samples, or technical specifications, contact our sales team at sales@liankok.com or call +65 6298 6822, Monday to Friday 8:00am–5:00pm. We can also provide documentation including product datasheets and compliance certificates for project submissions.