CPN equivalent Metal Consumer Unit 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 Ways Module United Kingdom UK Metal Enclosure
Metal Consumer Unit (Metal Enclosure)
Current Rating:100A
Metallic Compact Consumer Unit
IP3X Safety
Multiple cable entry knockouts
Rigid, raised and Offset DIN rail design
Earth and neutral blocks ftted as standard
Insulated comb busbar & neutra cable included
Earthing continuity for all metallic parts
Compliance to BSEN 61439-3
| Weight | 2 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 × 25 × 25 cm |
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Metal |
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Download official engineering datasheets, certified test standards (IEC / UL / CE), wiring diagrams, and dimensional drawings for UK Metal Consumer Unit.
Pure engineering specifications, tripping curve parameters, and electrical selection guidance for panel builders and system designers.
Verify that the nominal line voltage (AC 230V single-phase or 400V/415V/690V three-phase at 50/60Hz, or DC voltage ratings) falls within the continuous maximum operating limits of the device. Check duty cycle ratings (continuous vs intermittent duty) to ensure thermal stability under full load.
For clean indoor electrical rooms, standard IP20 modular DIN-rail housings are recommended. For outdoor, industrial washdown, or dusty environments, mount components inside weatherproof enclosures rated IP65/IP66 with UV-resistant polycarbonate or powder-coated steel enclosures equipped with compression cable glands.
Ensure proper discrimination by grading current thresholds and tripping time delays: upstream devices should have higher current ratings and intentional short-time delays (Class S), allowing downstream branch MCBs to clear localized faults without blacking out the entire facility.
Components mount on standard symmetrical 35mm DIN rail (EN 60715 / TH35-7.5) or backplate screw fixings. Maintain recommended top/bottom ventilation gaps (typically 30–50mm) to ensure unrestricted air convection, and use standard pin/fork comb busbars to minimize contact resistance and wiring errors.
Select copper or aluminum conductor cross-sections complying with IEC 60364-5-52 current-carrying capacity tables based on continuous load. Always use a calibrated torque screwdriver or torque wrench to tighten terminal screws to the manufacturer-specified torque to prevent hot-spot degradation and loose connections.
