RCD

Luceco Academy launches new 18th edition AMD2 Circuit Protection CPD

Update your knowledge on the new 18th edition AMD2 circuit protection changes and earn CPD points. Not sure what RCDs are acceptable now? Are SPDs and AFDDs required in all installations? Take the stress out of updating your Amendment 2 knowledge with the Luceco Academy. This free training CPD course covers all the key changes to circuit protection, in the updated Amendment 2 of the 18th Edition of BS 7671…

Voltimum Tech Talks are back!

Our latest webinar series in collaboration with Tim Benstead kicks off on 9th May 2022 at 7pm with a free, live webinar on: Consumer Unit Installation. The talk will explore: What each should contain SPDs, AFDDs, Circuit-breakers Main switches RCD selectivity Meter tail support Distance from main cut-out Why is this a problem? What to do when maximum distance is exceeded Accessible for maintenance Maintaining warranty Breaking capacity (60947-3 Annex…

Ask the Expert: different types of RCD

Be it technical advice, exam worries or on-site solutions, our Ask the Expert section is designed to solve any problems or queries you may have, with our experts on-hand to provide the answers! Scolmore Group recently received a question about the different types of RCD on the market. Here, Scolmore Group’s Darren Staniforth, Head of Technical Engagement, talks us through AC type, A type, F type and B type RCDs to clear…

What is circuit protection?

Circuit protection, at its simplest, is the intentional addition of a ‘weak link’ in an electrical circuit. This link will be broken in the event of a fault – whether that’s high temperature, excessive current or a short circuit in a conductor, thus protecting the electrical circuit it’s part of from damage. Why are circuit protective devices important? Protective devices are important because they ensure that under fault conditions, a…