nätkontakt

Nätkontakt is a Swedish term that literally means “network contact” and is used in several related but distinct contexts. In everyday Swedish it denotes a physical point of connection between a device and a system, most commonly the electrical grid or a data network.

In electrical contexts, nätkontakt refers to the plug or socket that connects an appliance to the mains supply. This can include the plug on a power cord or the corresponding wall outlet. The term is used alongside more specific terms such as contact points and plugs, and is governed by electrical safety standards that cover voltage, insulation, and earthing.

In networking and telecommunications, nätkontakt can denote a network interface or connector on a device—the point where a cable attaches to participate in a local network. Examples include Ethernet ports (RJ45 jacks), fiber optic connectors, or terminal blocks used for industrial networks. The exact type of connector is specified separately, but colloquially one may refer to “nätkontakten” when talking about the network interface of a device.

Usage notes: The term is common in Swedish-speaking contexts and is often used in manuals and technical documentation. In formal writing, more precise terms such as nätanslutning (power connection) or nätverksanslutning (network connection) may be preferred, depending on the context.