Garage Consumer Unit IP65 4 Way Fuse Box Fitted with RCD 63amp 30ma + 1X6amp, 2X20amp & 1X32amp mcbs

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Surge Protection: In certain installations, particularly where there is a risk of lightning strikes or power surges, surge protection devices may be required. Location and Accessibility: Consumer units should be installed in a location that is easily accessible for maintenance and inspection. They should not be located in bathrooms, shower rooms, or similar spaces unless there is no other suitable location. In most cases, to add an RCD to an existing consumer unit, it’s much easier to simply replace the entire consumer unit, as space is often an issue. This is obviously a costly job and if it’s not necessary then it’s a cost that can be avoided. However, due to the added protection that they give, it’s a great idea to do it as and when you can. Split Load Board Note: Depending on what the circuit will be running will depend on what size MCB is installed. Again, your electrician will know exactly what MCB can be used for a given circuit. The modern consumer unit also has a range of other safety features including a main switch that controls the power to the entire unit, that, once switched off, will turn the power off to the entire house.

This consumer unit, like the RCBO version was mainly born out the nuisance tripping addition to the wiring regulations and in effect combines the best features of each of the other types of configuration. Only a qualified electrician can replace a fuse box or consumer unit. This is a legal requirement due to the dangers involved. Since its introduction, the consumer unit has now become the product of choice for distributing electricity around your home due to it’s simple layout and relatively straight forward setup (if you’re an electrician and know what you’re doing obviously).If an intumescent strip is used for fire sealing, they must not be used inside of our boards. Taken from instructions. Tests on Hager consumer units have indicated that there is no specific need for external fire rated cable glands or intumescent sealing in addition to the guidance below, with respect to achieving a non-combustible enclosure. However, this does not preclude the designer/installer from using fire rated cable glands or external intumescent sealing should they consider necessary. To conclude, internal intumescent pads shall not be used.

Every consumer unit functions differently and there are numerous different types to choose from. This includes: Type 2 surge protection devices, also known as "secondary protection devices," are installed downstream from the Type 1 SPDs and protect against the smaller surges that may pass through the Type 1 SPDs. They are typically installed at the distribution board or sub-distribution board level and have a lower discharge capacity than Type 1 SPDs, typically ranging from 10 to 40 kA.Historically, fuse boxes were the most common electrical safety device. They contain fuses that melt and cut the power whenever an issue with the electrical circuit occurs. When purchasing a consumer unit, it will either come with a main switch and RCD and possibly a number of MCB’s or it will come empty. Depending on how it’s being wired up and what your electrician has chosen to use will depend on what you go for.

They can also feature 1 or even 2 RCD’s. The RCD, or residual current device is similar to an MCB in that if it senses an issue it will trip and isolate all the of the MCB’s/fuses below it. More on these below. IP rated consumer units are a morespecialist unit for wet areas such as outdoor spaces, pools, and spas. We supplytwo IP rated consumer units and anempty enclosure: The main options are supplied in 10 way variants, one with a 100a main switch, which would be populated with RCBOs, and one with an RCD incomer designed for use with MCBs. RCD’s also work by detecting an imbalance between the Live and the Neutral conductors and this feature is a requirement for all Class 2 double insulated equipment. When the 17th Edition Wiring Regulations were introduced in 2008, it stated that all circuits should be protected against earth leakage and to ensure this is the case, the split load consumer unit was introduced.We have multiple Design ranges to offer flexibility to the installer. The Design 10 board is suitable for all applications. As with all models in the range, there is ample cable space available even when RCBOs are fitted. The top mounted terminal rail makes the wiring of the neutral and earth connections neat and simple. Multiple fixing points, and a full metal DIN rail ensure the devices sit square. way circuit using RCBO’s and RCD’s – Image courtesy of the BS7671 18th Edition Wiring Regulations What are RCD’s? Depending on the type of install will depend on what cables are used, you electrician will know exactly what to use. In this instance 16mm cables were used.

In this guide we take a look at the consumer unit and how it works, read on to find out more. Rules and Regulations for Electricity in Your Home For this example we are going to keep things very simple and use a consumer unit with 1 main double pole isolations switch, 1 RCD and a couple of MCB’s just to show how they are connected. Essentially each MCB is wired up in the same way so can just be repeated. Condition of old unit: When replacing a fuse box or consumer unit you may be charged a fee to remove the old unit. This charge may increase if the old unit is in poor condition

Type 1+2 surge protection devices combine the features of Type 1 and Type 2 SPDs in a single device, providing comprehensive protection against surges caused by lightning strikes and other sources. These devices are designed to be installed at the main electrical service entrance and at critical sub-distribution boards, offering maximum protection for the entire installation. Most modern fuse boxes contain circuit breakers. It is possible to replace an old-style fuse box with a newer, safer version. This guide features the various costs associated with replacing fuse boxes and consumer units that they provided. The new FuseBox F2 circuit protection range of metal consumer units and protection devices, offers flexible versatile solutions for 18th Edition electrical installations. Qualified Installation: The installation of a consumer unit should be performed by a qualified electrician who is familiar with the regulations and safety requirements.