On 8 Jan 2004 15:09:09 -0800, (the
yorkshire dalesman) wrote:

What are the pros & cons of the various makes (apart from cost) of
Consumer Unit?

eg the TLC catalog lists MK, Wylex and Contactum & there's others.

Is Contactum a TLC own-brand?

No, they are generally available.


I'm looking for a (plastic cased) 12 to 15 way split load (80A
RCD/100A plain) preferably with a moveable division, but would also
consider separate RCD & plain units. Price matters but not nearly so
much as quality - ie I don't want to have to replace it again (ever -
if eternity exists).

many thanks for any advice/experience/views.

I've used MK consumer units (one in the house, one in the garage and
one in each of two outbuildings. Each has main incoming switch,
various MCBs, RCD or RCBOs all from MK as well.

I've also used their wiring accessories around the house, replacing
the contract type that were originally fitted in the house.

Certainly MK is not the cheapest in the market , but I've always found
them to be completely reliable, well thought out designs and good
quality,.



..andy

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