Hager releases largest single-row consumer unit

A Hager product story

Edited by the Buildingtalk editorial team Apr 20, 2009

The 24 module, split load board has a 100A switch, two RCCBs plus configurable outgoing ways for RCBOs.

Steve Dyson, product manager for Hager, said: 'The number of circuits in the home is increasing.

New 18-way consumer unit from Hager

'Many modern houses, for instance, have three separate bathrooms, underfloor heating and separate lighting for the kitchen and bathroom.

'The introduction of the 17th edition also means that more modules are needed for twin RCCB protection and boards need extra height to accommodate RCBOs in case they are needed for individual RCD protection.

'One answer is to install two row boards, but this is not always practical due to space.

The new consumer unit has up to 18 configurable outgoing ways allowing different circuit combinations.

It also has plenty of height for fitting RCBOs if needed.

Dyson added: 'The advent of the 17th edition means that the contractor has to take even more care in designing their final circuit layouts to avoid nuisance tripping.

'Configurable boards give them the flexibility to do so.