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Replacement breaker help.
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Ectophile said:ThisIsWeird said:H143, are you trying to up-rate the MCB, or swap a 20 for a 20? If the former, can we ask why? Are you sure it's a good idea?
The one shown should be a direct replacement. I understand the 'B' before the rating number indicates a 'type' - how fast it responds, like the slow & fast-blow fuses you can get. Not sure which way.The "B" is the speed rating. You won't see "A" breakers, so "B" is the fastest. Slower ones are "C" or "D".In this country, we usually use "B" ones unless there's a good reason to use a slower one.0 -
chris_n said:You can't just assume you can change a 6A MCB for a 20A, the wiring and fittings may not be rated for 20A. MEM circuit breakers are readily available from many places.
It is very unwise to simply swap a 6A MCB for a 20A. You could be creating a fire hazard. I'm also sure that it's illegal to work on a consumer unit if you aren't a certified professional.0 -
WhiskersTheWonderCat said:chris_n said:You can't just assume you can change a 6A MCB for a 20A, the wiring and fittings may not be rated for 20A. MEM circuit breakers are readily available from many places.
It is very unwise to simply swap a 6A MCB for a 20A. You could be creating a fire hazard. I'm also sure that it's illegal to work on a consumer unit if you aren't a certified professional.0 -
There is no suggestion the OP wants to change a 6A to 20A, perhaps the 20A one is out of shot in the photo?Signature on holiday for two weeks0
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