Globe Electric 12-003-7MS

The Globe Electric 12-003-7MS is a direct-plug surge protector manufactured by Globe Electric and marketed as part of the company's Space Plug product family.

The design combines six grounded outlets, dual 90-degree rotating outlet banks, integrated USB charging ports, and surge protection into a compact wall-mounted form factor intended to allow connected power cords to exit parallel to the wall surface.

The documented example is notable for its April 2014 manufacturing date, integrated USB charging capability, transformer-based charging circuitry, and rotating outlet assemblies designed to reduce clearance requirements behind furniture and appliances.

Overall view of the Globe Electric 12-003-7MS surge protector.

Overview

The Globe Electric 12-003-7MS is a consumer-oriented direct-plug surge protector designed to increase the number of available grounded receptacles while maintaining a compact footprint.

Unlike conventional surge protectors that utilize an attached power cord, the 12-003-7MS plugs directly into a wall receptacle and distributes power through six grounded outlets arranged in two three-outlet rotating banks.

The design incorporates independent SURGE and GROUND status indicators together with Globe Electric branding molded into the central section of the enclosure. The rotating outlet assemblies were primarily intended to redirect connected power cords parallel to the wall surface rather than perpendicular to it. This arrangement reduced the clearance required behind furniture, desks, entertainment centers, and appliances while helping to minimize strain on connected power cords.

The documented example represents an example of the wall-tap surge-protection products that became increasingly common in residential and home-office environments during the 2000s and 2010s.

Historical Context

The 12-003-7MS was marketed as a space-saving alternative to traditional corded surge protectors. The product combined surge protection, outlet expansion, and USB charging capability into a single direct-plug assembly intended for residential and consumer-electronics applications.

Manufacturer literature identified the unit as part of Globe Electric's Space Plug product family. Advertising materials emphasized six grounded outlets, dual 90-degree rotating outlet banks, two USB charging ports with a combined 2.1-amp output, and integrated SURGE and GROUND status indicators.

A principal selling feature was the ability to route connected power cords parallel to the wall surface. This arrangement reduced the clearance required behind furniture, entertainment centers, desks, and appliances while helping minimize strain on connected cords.

The 12-003-7MS represents a later generation of wall-mounted surge protector in which USB charging capability became a significant design feature alongside traditional surge protection and power distribution.

Manufacturer marketing image describing the Globe Electric Space Plug product family.

Documented Example

• OldSurge ID: OS-0026
• Manufacturer: Globe Electric
• Model: 12-003-7MS
• Item Number: 7791301
• Manufacturing Date: April 2014

Specifications

The Globe Electric 12-003-7MS combines six grounded outlets with a direct-plug wall-tap form factor and integrated surge protection.

• Manufacturer: Globe Electric
• Model: 12-003-7MS
• Item Number: 7791301
• Device Type: Direct-Plug Surge Protector

• Country of Origin: China

• Outlets: 6 grounded outlets
• USB Charging Ports: 2 × USB Type-A
• Surge Protection Rating: 2100 Joules

• Voltage Protection Rating (VPR):
  • 400V (L-N) Line to Neutral
  • 400V (L-G) Line to Ground
  • 400V (N-G) Neutral to Ground

• Electrical Rating: 15A, 125VAC, 60Hz
• Maximum Load: 1875W

• Length: Approximately 6.5 in (16.5 cm)
• Width: Approximately 4.0 in (10.2 cm)
• Height: Approximately 1.38 in (3.5 cm)

• Weight: Approximately 10.8 oz (306 g)

Notable Characteristics

• Direct-plug wall-hugger construction
• Six grounded outlets
• Dual independently rotating outlet banks
• Two integrated USB charging ports
• 2100-joule surge-protection rating
• Independent SURGE and GROUND status indicators
• April 2014 manufacturing date

Weight

The documented example weighs approximately 10.8 oz (306 g).

The relatively substantial weight reflects the combined presence of rotating outlet assemblies, surge-suppression components, and a transformer-based USB charging power supply.

Globe Electric 12-003-7MS on a digital scale.

Physical Characteristics

The Globe Electric 12-003-7MS utilizes a compact direct-plug wall-tap design intended to expand a standard duplex receptacle into six grounded outlets.

The enclosure is constructed from molded white plastic and features two independently rotating three-outlet banks positioned on either side of a central housing section. A recessed center panel contains SURGE and GROUND status indicators together with molded Globe Electric branding.

Each outlet bank is capable of rotating approximately 90 degrees relative to the central housing. When installed, the rotating outlet assemblies allow connected power cords to be routed parallel to the wall surface, reducing clearance requirements behind furniture, desks, entertainment centers, and appliances.

Two USB Type-A charging ports are positioned near the upper corners of the enclosure. Manufacturer literature specifies a combined charging capacity of 2.1 amps.

The enclosure measures approximately 6.5 inches (16.5 cm) long, 4.0 inches (10.2 cm) wide, and 1.38 inches (3.5 cm) thick.

Unlike many wall-mounted surge protectors, the 12-003-7MS does not utilize a faceplate-retention screw. Mechanical support is provided by the attachment plug assembly together with a non-conductive stabilizing pin that engages the adjacent receptacle opening.

The rear housing incorporates molded safety information, electrical ratings, regulatory markings, and operating instructions. Additional markings reference FCC compliance and Canadian ICES-003 electromagnetic-interference requirements.

Photographs

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  Overall view of the Globe Electric 12-003-7MS surge protector.
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  Close-up of the central section showing SURGE and GROUND status indicators together with molded Globe Electric branding.
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  Oblique view showing the dual rotating outlet banks and central indicator section.
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  Top oblique view showing the rotating outlet banks, dual USB charging ports, and status indicators.
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  Side profile illustrating the wall-hugger enclosure design.
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  Bottom view showing the direct-plug attachment arrangement.
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  Close-up of an integrated USB Type-A charging port.
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  Rear view showing product markings, date wheels, UL label, and direct-plug attachment assembly.

Date Codes

The documented example incorporates molded date wheels indicating manufacture during April 2014.

The manufacturing date is consistent with other evidence associated with the product. Historical Amazon marketplace records indicate that Globe Electric item 7791301 first appeared in Amazon's catalog on August 26, 2013, suggesting that the product family had entered retail distribution prior to manufacture of the documented example.

The April 2014 manufacture date also places the unit within the period when integrated USB charging ports were becoming increasingly common features on consumer surge protectors and power-distribution products.

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  Rear overview showing molded date wheels and product markings.

Condition Upon Acquisition

The documented example was acquired in used condition and exhibited accumulated dust, light surface contamination, and minor cosmetic wear consistent with normal residential or office use.

No evidence of overheating, melting, electrical arcing, or catastrophic failure was observed during initial inspection. The enclosure remained structurally intact and the rotating outlet assemblies moved freely.

The unit was cleaned prior to detailed documentation and photography.

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  Front view prior to cleaning and documentation.
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  Rear view prior to cleaning and documentation.

Functional Testing

The documented example was tested for basic electrical operation, wiring integrity, and indicator functionality.

Testing with a receptacle tester confirmed correct hot, neutral, and ground wiring at the protected outlets. No open ground, open neutral, reversed polarity, or other wiring faults were detected.

When connected to a properly grounded receptacle, both status indicators illuminated as intended. The red SURGE indicator confirmed that the surge-suppression circuitry remained active, while the green GROUND indicator verified the presence of a functional equipment ground.

The rotating outlet banks operated normally throughout testing and remained capable of being positioned at various angles to accommodate connected devices and power adapters.

No operational defects were observed during testing.

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  SURGE and GROUND indicators illuminated during operation.
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  Receptacle tester indicating correct wiring and grounding.
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  Outlet bank rotated during testing to demonstrate swivel functionality.

Teardown

The Globe Electric 12-003-7MS enclosure is secured using multiple Phillips-head screws and can be opened non-destructively.

Removal of the front housing revealed a relatively sophisticated internal design for a direct-plug surge protector. The unit incorporates rotating outlet assemblies, dedicated surge-suppression circuitry, status-indicator circuitry, a transformer-based USB charging system, and multiple internal wiring harnesses connecting the various subassemblies.

The internal electronics are divided into two primary subsystems. Surge-suppression and status-indicator circuitry are concentrated within the center section of the enclosure between the two rotating outlet banks. This assembly provides the unit's surge-protection functionality and drives the SURGE and GROUND status indicators.

USB charging functionality is provided by a separate circuit board mounted in the lower portion of the housing. The USB Type-A charging ports are mounted on small daughterboards positioned near the upper corners of the enclosure and are connected to the charging circuit through internal wiring harnesses.

The USB charging assembly occupies a substantial portion of the available internal volume and incorporates a transformer, filtering components, electrolytic capacitors, and associated power-supply circuitry. The comparatively large charging assembly likely contributes significantly to the unit's overall weight.

Power distribution is accomplished through discrete conductors linking the attachment plug assembly, rotating outlet banks, surge-suppression circuitry, status-indicator board, and USB charging subsystem rather than through the stamped bus-bar arrangements commonly found in many power strips and surge protectors.

Unlike many wall-mounted surge protectors, the 12-003-7MS does not utilize a faceplate-retention screw. Mechanical support is instead provided by the attachment plug together with a non-conductive stabilizing pin that engages the adjacent receptacle opening. Globe Electric literature described this feature as helping to support the device and reduce stress on the wall receptacle.

Inspection revealed no evidence of overheating, melting, arcing, component failure, or other significant electrical damage. Internal components appeared consistent with normal long-term residential use.

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  12-003-7MS opened following removal of the enclosure screws.
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  Internal construction showing rotating outlet assemblies, surge-suppression circuitry, USB charging circuitry, and internal wiring.
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  Upper housing showing support structures for the rotating outlet assemblies.
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  Lower housing structural details and screw bosses.
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  Interior housing markings and molded structural features.
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  Central surge-suppression and indicator circuitry.
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  Close-up of the surge-suppression assembly and associated wiring.
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  USB charging power-supply section showing the transformer, capacitors, and charging circuitry.
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  Underside of the USB charging circuit board.

Comparison Notes

As of October 2026, the Globe Electric 12-003-7MS and the Curtis SP-600 are the only wall-mounted surge protectors documented by the OldSurge Archive.

Despite serving a similar purpose, the two products reflect different design philosophies and target eras.

The Curtis SP-600 appears to represent a late-1990s or early-2000s generation of wall-mounted surge protectors. It utilizes two complete attachment-plug assemblies that occupy both receptacles of a standard duplex outlet and incorporates integrated coaxial-cable surge protection through dedicated F-type IN and OUT connectors.

By contrast, the Globe Electric 12-003-7MS reflects a much later design emphasis. Rather than protecting coaxial cabling, it incorporates dual USB charging ports and rotating outlet assemblies intended to route connected power cords parallel to the wall surface. This arrangement allows furniture and appliances to be positioned closer to the wall while reducing stress on connected cords.

Both products provide six grounded AC outlets and avoid the use of a center faceplate-retention screw. The Curtis SP-600 relies upon dual energized plug assemblies for mechanical support, while the Globe Electric 12-003-7MS utilizes a single energized plug assembly supplemented by a non-conductive stabilizing pin.

The Globe Electric unit is substantially heavier, weighing approximately 10.8 oz (306 g) compared with approximately 6.7 oz (190 g) for the Curtis SP-600. The difference is likely attributable to the integrated USB charging power supply, transformer, and associated circuitry incorporated within the Globe Electric design.

Construction methods also differ significantly. The Curtis SP-600 utilizes a riveted enclosure that prevents non-destructive disassembly, while the Globe Electric 12-003-7MS employs a screw-fastened enclosure that permits internal inspection and servicing.

The comparison illustrates the evolution of wall-mounted surge protectors from providing protection for television and communication cabling toward accommodating USB-powered devices and modern space-saving furniture arrangements.

Recall Information

No recalls affecting the Globe Electric 12-003-7MS have been identified during documentation of the archived example.

Historical References

Historical retail listings, manufacturer literature, and archived marketplace records provide additional information regarding the Globe Electric 12-003-7MS beyond that present on the documented artifact.

An Amazon.com product listing identified the unit as:

Globe Electric 7791301 6-Outlet Swivel Space Saving 2 USB Port Surge Protector Wall Tap

The listing described the product as providing six grounded outlets, dual swivel outlet sections, two USB charging ports, a 2100-joule surge-protection rating, combined 2.1-amp USB charging capability, SURGE and GROUND status indicators, and a connected-equipment protection warranty.

Manufacturer literature identified the product as part of Globe Electric's Space Plug product family and marketed it as The Original Space Plug. Promotional materials emphasized the product's six-outlet configuration, 90-degree rotating outlet banks, integrated USB charging capability, visual status indicators, and space-saving wall-mounted design.

A principal selling feature was the ability to route connected power cords parallel to the wall surface. Unlike conventional plugs and outlet adapters that project cords away from the wall, the rotating outlet assemblies allowed furniture, entertainment centers, desks, and appliances to be positioned closer to the receptacle while reducing strain on connected cords.

A surviving instruction sheet associated with item number 7791301 provides installation guidance, indoor-use warnings, and manufacturing documentation references including:

• Designer: RP
• Docket: 08-037-20
• Factory: RITE TECH

The instruction sheet additionally illustrates the intended installation method and confirms that the product was designed for use on grounded indoor receptacles.

Amazon product information indicates that Globe Electric item 7791301 was first added to Amazon's catalog on August 26, 2013. This date precedes the April 2014 manufacture date of the documented example and demonstrates that the product family had entered retail distribution by at least 2013.

Customer-review information preserved by Amazon shows that the product accumulated more than 1,900 reviews and maintained an average rating of approximately 4.6 out of 5 stars. Reviewers frequently cited the swivel-outlet design, compact footprint, USB charging capability, and suitability for use behind furniture as notable features.

Historical pricing data preserved by CamelCamelCamel indicates that item 7791301 remained available through Amazon and third-party sellers for many years after its introduction. Marketplace records extending into the 2020s suggest that the Space Plug remained commercially available for a comparatively long period relative to many consumer surge protectors.

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  Manufacturer marketing material identifying the product as part of Globe Electric's "Space Plug" product family.
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  Instruction sheet associated with Globe Electric item 7791301.
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  Amazon product information showing technical specifications and an August 26, 2013 catalog entry date.
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  Customer-review summary showing long-term user feedback and ratings.
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  Amazon listing identifying the unit as a 6-Outlet Swivel Space Saving 2 USB Port Surge Protector Wall Tap.
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  Historical pricing data showing long-term marketplace availability.

Notes

• The product combines direct-plug surge protection, outlet expansion, and USB charging capability in a single enclosure.
• Manufacturer literature identified the product as part of the Globe Electric "Space Plug" series.
• Amazon marketplace records indicate that Globe Electric item 7791301 was available by August 2013.
• Contemporary marketing materials emphasized the rotating outlet-bank design as a space-saving feature.
• Marketplace records suggest the product remained commercially available for many years after its introduction, accumulating more than 1,900 customer reviews.

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