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

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If this is a new consumer unit install for an existing property then your electrician will have either marked each circuit to identify what it powers or will work each one out as he gets to it. This device is now a requirement as part of the 18th edition regulations as it protects against surges into the system from outside the property. Usually caused by lightning strikes, but can be caused by power surges from elsewhere, these surges into your domestic fuse board can be devastating to your homes wiring. SPDs are installed between the outside feed and the main switch in your consumer unit and will trip if any inward surge is detected. As they are very sensitive to the slightest bit of earth leakage, it is not practical to fit one RCD to protect the whole house, hence the reason they are split over 2 circuits, normally one upstairs and one for downstairs.

Used in conjunction with the circuit protection devices - (RCD, RCBO & MCB) - these four types of consumer unit offer the homeowner and electrician huge flexibility of circuit design and budget. It is important to understand that in most domestic properties it would be possible to use any one of the four types of consumer unit, the decision being governed by budget and attitude to circuit separation. 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. High quality materials: Hager consumer units are made from high-quality materials, such as metal enclosures and high-impact thermoplastics, to provide long-lasting performance and durability.One of the most important jobs your electrician will (or should) do before starting such a job is to first ensure they test all of the existing circuits in the property to make sure they function correctly and have no issues.

High Integrity consumer units are becoming increasingly popular with electricians - becausethey make circuit design easy - and homeowners - because they offer excellent protection without breaking the bank. They are particularly good in projects requiring 12 or more circuits. An 'RCD Incomer' consumer unit is a special type of protection device, generally used in workshops, garages, garden offices, and sheds that use small numbers of circuits.Design 10 is our board 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. A ' Main Switch Consumer Unit' is so called because it is supplied empty of all protection devices except the main switch. Whilst it may be populated with an RCD and MCBs.

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. To do away with any potential issues such as these, the older fuse wires have been replaced by their modern equivalent, the MCB or miniature circuit breaker. The image below is of what’s known as a split load board. This is where it features a main switch for the entire board plus at least 1 RCD labeled as “E”. One final point – If you still have an old style fuse box as opposed to a consumer unit, then this almost certainly won’t be compliant with the latest wiring and electrical regulations so you should think about getting it changed for a much safer modern consumer unit as soon as you can. The Consumer Unit – What is it? Type 1 surge protection devices (SPDs) are designed to protect against the highest level of surges, typically caused by direct lightning strikes to the building or incoming power lines. They are installed at the main electrical service entrance and are also known as "primary protection devices." These SPDs have a high discharge capacity and can handle surges up to 50 kA or higher.With three neutralbars, which in essence gives three banks of circuits - A 'High Integrity Consumer Unit'offers the best of both worlds...

Once the old one is out of the way, the new one is fixed in place. Step 2 – Add Main Double Pole Isolation Switch and RCDis simply a trade term given to any consumer unit below four way - but usually, just two ways - commonly used in outhouses, sheds, and garages, where a couple of circuits may be required for lighting and tools. 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.