2 X Consumer Unit - Distribution Board Blanking Strip MCB Blanks (2 Pack)

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Earth Bar – This is the common connection point for all circuits’ earth cables. All circuit protective conductors will connect on the earth bar along with earth bonding connections No, providing the IP integrity after the installation is maintained, which is IP4X on the top and horizontal surfaces, and IP2XC everywhere else. However, the use of fire retardant glands and trunking is not precluded. Do intumescent pads and strips have to be used when installing a metal consumer unit? There are four types of consumer units. The most common are the main switch consumer units and the dual RCD consumer units. Main switch consumer unit If your consumer unit is tripping continuously then there is obviously a problem with one circuit or more. Again in this scenario, it is very important you call a fully qualified electrician to sort out the issue immediately

It is vital you know where your consumer unit (fuse box) is in your home in case of an emergency. What is inside a consumer unit? If a consumer unit is located under a wooden staircase or in a passage way which is the sole route of escape then a coding of C3 would be logged. In all other situations no coding is required. When installing a metal consumer unit, does the metal lid that covers the protective devices have to drop down? No, unless they are provided with the consumer units by the manufacturer. The use of them is not pre-cluded. Can a plastic consumer unit be fitted if it is enclosed in a steel enclosure? Neutral Bars – The common connection point for the neutral cables from the earth leakage protection devices (RCBOs)

Yes, providing a risk assessment is carried out to say that, in the event of a fire, flames would not spread to the main dwelling. Carrying out a risk assessment is fundamental in this instance. Do fire retardant glands and trunking have to be used?

This type of board is and should be the most common consumer unit being installed today. They are also the best type of consumer unit to choose to completely comply with 18th edition regulations. The major benefit of choosing a main switch consumer unit is you populate it with RCBOs and these devices give you individual protection of each electrical circuit. The majority of electrical contractors will recommend installing a main switch consumer unit following on from the 18th edition wiring regulations, as these boards are versatile and can be installed with RCBOs, surge protection devices and MCBs. Dual RCD consumer unit This is the most common consumer unit. These are metal and normally have a front lid hinged at the top, the size is completely dependent on the number of circuits you are having. (10 way, 14 way etc). Duplex Consumer Unit

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These are the big boys – a consumer unit on top of a consumer unit! This type of board is usually supplied as a main switch option only but there are RCD options out there if you look hard enough. Duplex consumer units have become more and more popular since amendment changes in the last few years and because of the improved knowledge of circuit separation (RCBOs). Flush Consumer Unit Unless you are a fully qualified electrician, then you should not under any circumstances try to replace your own consumer unit. It is a legal requirement that this type of electrical work is carried out by a certified professional. Beyond that, if done incorrectly, you could injure yourself and put both your family and home at risk.