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RE: Consumer Units


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  • Subject: RE: Consumer Units
  • From: James Hoye <jhoye@xxxxxxx>
  • Date: Wed, 13 Dec 2000 09:59:42 -0000
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> Has anybody got any recommendations or criticisms about
> particular makes of consumer units?
>
> I've decided to provide my mains wiring on a radial
> basis with sub-consumer units at various locations I'll
> need to buy a few of them.

You should ensure that there is plenty of space inside for wiring - nothing
more difficult than trying to fit many wires into a cramped box (been
there,
done that).

Some CUs offer lots of space, others aren't quite so generous - you should
ask at a local electrical wholesaler.  Options include Memera (Mark McCall
has these as do I), Deta, GE, Crabtree, Wylex and MK.  Some MCBs are
interchangeable between makes.

The Screwfix ones (GE I believe) appear to be quite good value at 19.99 for
a 100A isolator - and if you spend over 75 pounds you get a 5% discount,
rising to 10% for 1,000 pounds.  They have electrical fittings (sockets,
switches) too.  No connection, other than a satisfied customer (awaiting
delivery of order today).

James H

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