electrician needed? wire

George_Michael

Risteard wrote: »

I can't load the 1st picture (website down I guess). If they are both 10-way then a simple comparison of the part number will show whether they are the same or different units. Also depending on how they are supplied (fully loaded etc.)

Personally I would go for Hager.

What do you mean "if"?
In your earlier post, you clearly stated that one of them was a 16 way box as you seem to have misread the adverts where both of them are stated as having 10 outputs.
If you can't read or understand a simple written advert, are you one of these people who is "incompetent at electrics should not be choosing or purchasing the materials"

Risteard wrote: »

Far more to do with the fact that one is a 16-way single phase DB and the other is only a 10-way.

It's also one of many reasons why someone who is incompetent at electrics should not be choosing or purchasing the materials. Leave it to the Electrician.

Owain_Moneysaver

A 16-module CU may be listed as 10-ways if it has:
2 x 2-module main switch
2 x 2-module RCDs
10 x 1-module MCBs

thus having capacity for 10 circuits but being 16 DIN module size.

EachPenny

Igol wrote: »

Because Screwfix is owned by Kingfisher and Toolstation is mostly owned by the guy who sold Screwfix to Kingfisher.

Since 2012 Toolstation has been 100% owned by Travis Perkins, who also own Wickes of course.

The Goddard-Watts family have moved on to other businesses. No prizes for guessing what that might include

AndyMc.....

Risteard wrote: »

Far more to do with the fact that one is a 16-way single phase DB and the other is only a 10-way.

It's also one of many reasons why someone who is incompetent at electrics should not be choosing or purchasing the materials. Leave it to the Electrician.

Yes, let one charge you by the hour while he’s playing about on online forums.

plumberpaig

Do you actually need a replacement fuse board? If your electrician is qualified, and you haven't already had one done, maybe they could carry out an inspection and test of the installation?

It's called an electrical installation condition report and it's specifically for existing installations.

If you do have a new fuse board fitted, make sure you're provided with an electrical installation certificate - that is a must when work like this takes place.

cherry2017

Thank you for your reply,
I attached the pictures below, I been told the new fuse board can bring better safety.
The eletrician mainly works for factory, I believe he can do a good job for, not sure he can give
me a certificate.

cherry2017

thanks.
so more modules but same 10 way, what's the advantage?
worth extra 50 pounds?

cherry2017

on toolstation, £112
Wylex Metal 17th Edition Amendment 3 10W High Integrity + 10 MCBs Consumer Unit
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
Metal high integrity dual RCD consumer unit to BS 7671 IET Amendment 3. BS 61439-3.
10 outgoing ways
1x 100A DP switch
2x 80A 30mA RCD
10 Type B SP MCBs: 4x 32A, 3x 6A, 2x 16A, 1x 40A ( not fitted )
Dimensions (H x W x D): 262 x 343 x 121mm

cherry2017

on screwfix £157.99
WYLEX 16-MODULE 10-WAY POPULATED HIGH INTEGRITY DUAL RCD CONSUMER UNIT (1444P)
100A Mains Switch
2 x 80A 30mA RCDs
10 x MCBs (3 x 6A, 2 x 16A, 4 x 32A & 1 x 40A)
Flexible Busbar
0 Blanks
DIN Rail Supplied
Compact All-Metal Low Smoke & Fume Enclosure
Cable Entry Knockouts on 5 Sides


SPECIFICATION
Amendment 3 Compliant (Yes/No) Yes
Amp Rating 100 A
Brand Wylex
CE Standard (Tested to EN...) EN 61439-3, BS 7671 Amendment 3 compliant.
Consumer Unit Type High Integrity Dual RCD
Consumer Unit Usage Domestic
CSU Populated/Unpopulated Populated
Fixings Supplied Fixings Not Supplied
Manufacturer Guarantee 1 Year Guarantee
Model No GB6:SFNMRS10HIBUB
No. of MCBs Supplied 10 x MCBs (3 x 6A, 2 x 16A, 4 x 32A & 1 x 40A)
No. of Populated Ways 10
No. of RCBOs Supplied 0 x RCBOs
No. of RCDs Supplied 2 x 80A 30mA RCDs
Pack Size 1
Pieces in Pack/Case 1
Power Voltage Supply 240 V
Product Depth 121 mm
Product Height 261 mm
Product Type Consumer Unit
Product Width 343 mm
Total No. Module Spaces When Empty 16
Total Product Weight 6.1 kg
240V. W x D x H: 343 x 121 x 261mm. Fixings Not Supplied. EN 61439-3, BS 7671 Amendment 3 compliant.

PRODUCT CONTENTS
Enclosure, 100A main switch, 2 x 80A 30mA RCDs and 10 x MCBs (3 x 6A, 2 x 16A, 4 x 32A and 1 x 40A).

Risteard

George_Michael wrote: »

If you can't read or understand a simple written advert, are you one of these people

No, because if you knew anything about electricity you would know that single phase DBs are always sold by ways and not how many modules. Therefore if you see 16 you would assume 16-way. That's why Electricians shop at wholesalers and not DIY chains.