P.

190 Insulated surface mounting selection chart

68527a.eps

P. 192 Insulated custom build

P. 190 Metal surface mounting selection chart

Consumer units
68527a.eps

P. 197 Dimensions

68528a.eps

P. 190 Metal flush mounting selection chart

68527a.eps

P. 193 Accessories

Home circuit protection

NEW IN 2010
High integrity dual RCD split load

Irish consumer units

P. 195 Irish consumer units, protection and modular devices

Supply units IP 55

P. 198 Garage/outbuilding supply units

Insulated consumer unit (p. 192)

Dual RCD split load

Insulated consumer unit (p. 192)

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P. 192 Insulated high integrity dual RCD split load

P. 192 Insulated dual RCD split load

P. 192 Insulated split load

P. 192 Insulated with incomer

P. 196 Dimensions

68528a.eps

P. 193 Metal dual RCD split load

P. 193 Metal split load

P. 193 Metal with incomer

P. 193 Metal custom build

P. 193 Metal dual RCD split load flush mounting P. 194 MCBs, RCDs and RCBOs

P. 193 Metal custom build flush mounting P. 194 Isolating switches and contactors

m004225b P. 198

Dimensions

68528a.eps

P. 194 Transformers

P. 198 Electric shower supply units

Single module
RCBO (p. 194)

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Greater protection simplifying the 17th Edition

Legrand's latest selection of consumer units comply perfectly with the 17th Edition... including our range of new dual RCD split load units with 10 or 16 outgoing ways.

With an array of design innovations and practical features making them easy to install, Legrands insulated and metal consumer units save valuable time and money during installation... allowing you to reect on the generous wiring space and the all-round extra protection. COMBINING ELEGANCE WITH EFFICIENCY Designed to match todays modern decor, the units offer a streamlined appearance allied with magnolia cases, allowing them to blend perfectly into their surroundings. A range of new semi-ush solutions and lockable brackets are also available to meet changing market requirements.

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DUAL RCD SPLIT LOAD WITH DEDICATED MAIN SWITCH WAYS Select MCBs and RCBOs to complete installation DUAL RCD SPLIT LOAD Select MCBs to complete installation

SPLIT LOAD Select MCBs and RCBOs to complete installation

MAIN SWITCH INCOMER Select RCBOs to complete installation

RCD INCOMER Select MCBs to complete installation

FIND OUT MORE IRISH CONSUMER UNITS The Legrand wiring devices catalogue now contains a selection of consumer units and protection devices designed specically for the Irish market.

i i i

Insulated consumer units See p. 192 Metal consumer units See p. 193 Irish consumer units See p. 195

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insulated and metal

Insulated consumer units

Conform to BS EN 60439-3. RAL 9001. Magnolia colour. Smoked transparent door opens downwards Supplied with neutral and earth terminals completely assembled. Supplied with 5 module spare blank plate Factory fitted link leads for both neutral and live connections. Configurable outgoing ways Self-extinguishing at 750 C. UL 94 V2 material for improved flame retardancy. Robust thermoplastic construction. 4 fixing holes

Total outgoing ways

Dimensions (p. 196) 2 High integrity dual RCD split load with 2 unprotected ways 100 A main switch and 2 x 80 A 30 mA RCD Dual RCD split load 100 A main switch and 2 x 80 A 30 mA RCD Split load 100 A main switch and 80 A 30 mA RCD Split load dual tariff 2 x 100 A main switch and 80 A 30 mA RCD Main switch incomer 63 A main switch Main switch incomer 100 A main switch RCD incomer 80 A 30 mA RCD 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22

6075 74

6075 76

6075 54

6075 56

6075 32

6075 33 6075 34

6075 35 6075 36

6075 46

6075 10

6075 11

6075 12

6075 14

6075 16

6075 21

6075 22

Custom build

6075 00

6075 01

6075 02

6075 04

6075 06

Metal consumer units

Conform to BS EN 60439-3. RAL 9001. Magnolia colour. Smoked transparent door opens downwards Supplied with neutral and earth terminals completely assembled. Supplied with 5 module spare blank plate Factory fitted link leads for both neutral and live connections. Configurable outgoing ways Pre-galvanised steel for strength and rigidity. Epoxy/polyester powder coated base and lid

Dimensions (p. 197-198) Dual RCD split load 100 A main switch and 2 x 80 A 30 mA RCD Split load 100 A main switch and 80 A 30 mA RCD Main switch incomer 100 A main switch RCD incomer 80 A 30 mA RCD

Total outgoing ways

6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22

6065 54 6065 64(1)

6065 56

6065 32

6065 34

6065 36

6065 11

6065 12

6065 14

6065 16

6065 21

6065 22

Custom build
(1) Flush mounting

6065 01

6065 02 6065 42(1)

6065 04 6065 42(1)

6065 06

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MCBs and RCBOs

DX-E residential MCBs - 6 kA Breaking capacity : 6 kA to BS EN 60898-1 RCBOs (combined MCB/RCD) Breaking capacity : 10 kA to BS EN 61009-1 RCD type AC conform to BS EN 61009-1 Terminal capacity : rigid conductor 35 mm2 flexible conductor 25 mm2

DX-E residential MCBs - 6 kA

Single pole - 230/400 V

RCBOs (combined MCB/RCD)

Single pole and neutral - 240 V

0032 70

6064 25

Nominal rating (In)

Number of 17.5 mm modules

B curve

C curve

Number of 17.5 mm modules

30 mA B curve C curve

6A

0032 66

0033 82

6064 16

6064 22

10 A

0032 68

0033 84

6064 17

6064 23

16 A

0032 70

0033 86

6064 18

6064 24

20 A

0032 71

0033 87

6064 19

6064 25

25 A

0032 72

0033 88

32 A

0032 73

0033 89

6064 20

6064 26

40 A

0032 74

0033 90

6064 21

6064 27

50 A

0032 75

0033 91

6064 28

6064 29

63 A

0032 76

0033 92

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insulated consumer units

surface mounting

6075 74

6075 54

6075 10

6075 21

Dimensions (p. 196) Conform to BS EN 60439-3. RAL 9001 - magnolia colour Self-extinguishing at 750 C - UL 94 V2 material for improved flame retardancy Robust, rigid thermoplastic construction with 4 fixing holes. Smoked transparent door opens downwards Supplied with neutral and earth terminals completely assembled Supplied with 5 module spare blank plate (except 4 module unit) MCBs to be ordered separately, (see p. 194)
Pack Cat. Nos.

Insulated high integrity dual RCD split load with 2 unprotected ways - surface mounting

Pack

Cat. Nos.

Insulated split load dual tariff surface mounting

Factory fitted link leads for both neutral and live connections Offers cost effective energy management through independent control of each tariff Flexible configurable outgoing ways

1 1

16 module unit (8 + 2 ways available) 6075 74 With 100 A main switch and 2 x 80 A 30 mA RCD 22 module unit (13 + 3 ways available) 6075 76 With 100 A main switch and 2 x 80 A 30 mA RCD

Insulated dual RCD split load - surface mounting

1 1

22 module unit 6075 46 With 2 x 100 A main switch and 80 A 30 mA RCD (16 ways available)

16 module unit (10 ways available) 6075 54 With 100 A main switch and 2 x 80 A 30 mA RCD 22 module unit (16 ways available) 6075 56 With 100 A main switch and 2 x 80 A 30 mA RCD
1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Insulated with incomer - surface mounting

4 module unit 6075 10 With 63 A main switch (2 ways available) 8 module unit 6075 11 With 100 A main switch (6 ways available) 6075 21 With 80 A 30 mA RCD (6 ways available) 12 module unit 6075 12 With 100 A main switch (10 ways available) 6075 22 With 80 A 30 mA RCD (10 ways available) 16 module unit 6075 14 With 100 A main switch (14 ways available) 22 module unit 6075 16 With 100 A main switch (20 ways available)

Insulated split load - surface mounting

Factory fitted link leads for both neutral and live connections Configurable outgoing ways
1

12 module unit 6075 32 With 100 A main switch and 80 A 30 mA RCD (8 ways available) 14 module unit 6075 33 With 100 A main switch and 80 A 30 mA RCD (10 ways available) 16 module unit 6075 34 With 100 A main switch and 80 A 30 mA RCD (12 ways available) 20 module unit 6075 35 With 100 A main switch and 80 A 30 mA RCD (16 ways available) 22 module unit 6075 36 With 100 A main switch and 80 A 30 mA RCD (18 ways available)

Insulated custom build - surface mounting

Allow several configurations when using kits and incomers (isolating switches, RCDs, RCBOs) For kits, (see p. 193) For incomers and outgoing devices, (see p. 194) 4 modules available 8 modules available 12 modules available 16 modules available 22 modules available

1 1 1 1 1

6075 6075 6075 6075 6075

00 01 02 04 06

Semi flush solutions available on request

Lockable consumer unit bracket available on request

For DX-E residential MCBs and single module RCBOs see p. 194 192

For lockable consumer unit bracket and semi flush solutions see p. 194

metal consumer units and accessories

surface and flush mounting

6065 54

6065 21

6065 06

Dimensions (p. 197-198) Conform to BS EN 60439-3. RAL 9001 - magnolia colour Pre-galvanised steel for strength and rigidity Smoked transparent door opens downwards Supplied with neutral and earth terminals completely assembled Supplied with 5 module spare blank plate MCBs to be ordered separately, (see p. 194)
Pack Cat. Nos.

Metal dual RCD split load - surface mounting

Pack

Cat. Nos.

Metal dual RCD split load - flush mounting

1 1

16 module unit (10 ways available) 6065 54 With 100 A main switch and 2 x 80 A 30 mA RCD 22 module unit (16 ways available) 6065 56 With 100 A main switch and 2 x 80 A 30 mA RCD

16 module unit (10 ways available) 6065 64 With 100 A main switch and 2 x 80 A 30 mA RCD

Metal custom build - flush mounting

Epoxy/polyester powder coated lid
1 1

Metal split load - surface mounting

Epoxy/polyester powder coated base and lid Stand-off feet complete with keyhole fixing Factory fitted link leads for both neutral and live connections Configurable outgoing ways 12 module unit 6065 32 With 100 A main switch and 80 A 30 mA RCD (8 ways available) 16 module unit 6065 34 With 100 A main switch and 80 A 30 mA RCD (12 ways available) 22 module unit 6065 36 With 100 A main switch and 80 A 30 mA RCD (18 ways available)

6065 42 12 modules available 6065 44 16 modules available

Accessories
1

Incomer or dual tariff kit 6075 19 Comprises : 1 flexible neutral (blue) lead 1 rigid neutral link Split load kit 6075 39 Comprises : 1 flexible live (brown) lead 1 flexible neutral (blue) lead 2 rigid neutral links Split load dual tariff kit (for insulated units only) 6075 49 Comprises : 1 flexible live (brown) lead 2 flexible neutral (blue) leads 2 rigid neutral links 1 neutral terminal Spare blank plate 6075 89 5 modules - magnolia colour Spare busbar 6075 99 21 prongs Spacing elements 0044 40 05 module 0044 41 1 module Locking device for MCBs and RCDs 0044 42 Locking attachment for 4 mm and 6 mm padlocks Padlock for MCBs and RCDs 0044 43 Padlock 4 m Spare terminal block 8204 07 13 hole

Metal with incomer - surface mounting

Epoxy/polyester powder coated base and lid Stand-off feet complete with keyhole fixing 8 module unit With 100 A main switch (6 ways available) With 80 A 30 mA RCD (6 ways available) 12 module unit With 100 A main switch (10 ways available) With 80 A 30 mA RCD (10 ways available) 16 module unit With 100 A main switch (14 ways available) 22 module unit With 100 A main switch (20 ways available)
20 5 10 5 2

1 1 1 1 1 1

6065 11 6065 21 6065 12 6065 22 6065 14 6065 16

0044 41

1/3 ?

Metal custom build - surface mounting

Epoxy/polyester powder coated base and lid Stand-off feet complete with keyhole fixing Allow several configurations when using kits and incomers (isolating switches, RCDs, RCBOs) For kits, (see opposite) For incomers and outgoing devices, (see p. 194) 8 modules available 12 modules available 16 modules available 22 modules available

Finishing accessories
10 10/100

1 1 1 1

6065 6065 6065 6065

01 02 04 06

White blanking plate RAL 9010 0016 64 18 module, separable by single or half modules Self-adhesive label holder 0049 96 Width : 16 mm Width available for marking : 12 mm Length 530 mm (24 modules) 0049 96

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protection and control devices

0032 70 Pack Cat. Nos.

6064 16

0077 31

0089 12 Pack Cat. Nos.

0043 36

0040 49

0042 20

DX-E residential MCBs - 6 kA

Breaking capacity : 6 kA to BS EN 60898-1 Single pole - 230/400 V

DX residual current devices (RCDs)

Conform to BS EN 61008-1 Terminal capacity : rigid conductor 35 mm2 flexible conductor 25 mm2 Double pole 230 V

B curve 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

C curve

Nominal rating (In)

Number of 175 mm modules

0032 0032 0032 0032 0032 0032 0032 0032 0032

66 68 70 71 72 73 74 75 76

0033 0033 0033 0033 0033 0033 0033 0033 0033

82 84 86 87 88 89 90 91 92

6 10 16 20 25 32 40 50 63

A A A A A A A A A

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Type AC

Nominal rating (In)

Number of 175 mm modules

30 mA
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

0089 0089 0089 0089 6027

DX multi-purpose MCBs - 6 kA
Breaking capacity : 6 kA to BS EN 60898-1 Single pole - 230/400 V
B curve 10 10 10 10 10 1 1 1 1 10 10 1 1 1 1 1 C curve
Nominal rating (In) Number of 175 mm modules

0061 0061 0061 0061 0061 0061 0061 0061

56 58 60 61 63 64 65 66

0063 0063 0063 0063 0063 0063 0063 0063

72 74 76 77 79 80 81 82

6 10 16 20 32 40 50 63

A A A A A A A A

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

25 A 40 A 63 A 80 A 100 A 100 mA 0089 15 25 A 0089 16 40 A 0089 17 63 A 0089 18 80 A 100 mA discriminating 6027 11 100 A

09 10 11 12 10

2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

Isolating switches
Conform to BS EN 60947-3, IEC 60669-1 Usage : AC 22 according to IEC 60947-3 Red handle Double break contacts, padlockable 50 mm2 capacity shielded terminals
Number of 175 mm modules

RCBOs (combined MCB/RCD) Single module

Breaking capacity : 10 kA to BS EN 61009-1 RCD type AC conform to BS EN 61009-1 Terminal capacity : rigid conductor 35 mm2 flexible conductor 25 mm2 Single pole and neutral - 240 V
B curve 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 C curve

5 5

0043 31 63 A double pole 0043 36 100 A double pole

2 2

6064 6064 6064 6064 6064 6064 6064

16 17 18 19 20 21 28

6064 6064 6064 6064 6064 6064 6064

22 23 24 25 26 27 29

30 mA

Nominal rating (In)

Number of 175 mm modules

Contactor with 230 V

coil

Type of contact Number of 175 mm modules

230 V

6 10 16 20 32 40 50

A A A A A A A

1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Conforms to EN 61095 Double pole (L + N) 250 V 230 V coil circuit

I max.

0040 49 20 A

2 N/O

Transformers
Bell transformers with label holder 230 V Conform to BS EN 61558-2-8
Secondary

RCBOs (combined MCB/RCD) Dual module

Breaking capacity : 10 kA to BS EN 61009-1 RCD type AC conform to BS EN 61009-1 Terminal capacity : rigid conductor 35 mm2 flexible conductor 25 mm2 Single pole and neutral - 230/400 V
B curve 1 1 1 1 1 1 C curve 1 1

0042 20 8V 0042 25 8/12 V

Rating

Power

Number of 175 mm modules

05 A 1/066 A

4 VA 8 VA

2 2

0077 0077 0077 0077 0077 0077

31 32 33 34 36 37

0077 0077 0077 0077 0077 0077

38 39 40 41 43 44

30 mA

Nominal rating (In)

Number of 175 mm modules

6 10 16 20 32 40

A A A A A A

2 2 2 2 2 2

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Irish consumer units

protection devices and modular devices

6010 60

0013 31

picto loupe-65765j.eps

6010 61

0013 42

0086 30

0041 07

0041 13

Voltage surge protection technical information (p. 199)

Pack Cat. Nos.

Insulated consumer units

IEC 60439 IP30 IK05 Class 2 230 V 50Hz operating voltage Surface mounting Supplied completely assembled with neutral and earth terminals Insulated reversible back plate and door Colour : white RAL 9010 Supplied complete with a set of pre-printed labels in English and Irish for use with MCBs and RCDs Supplied with blanking plates Each consumer unit is fitted with : 63 A Neozed fuse unit complete with fuse 2 x 10 A type B MCBs 32 A type B MCB 63 A 30 mA RCD 4 x 20 A type B MCBs
Dimensions (mm) Height x Width x Depth

Pack

Cat. Nos.

Residual current devices (RCDs)

Type AC Conform to IS EN 61008-1 Double pole 230 V

Type AC

Nominal rating (In)

Number of 175 mm modules

1 1

0086 29 0086 30

30 mA sensitivity 40 A 63 A

2 2

DX RCBOs - 10 kA
Conform to BS EN 61009-1 Breaking capacity : 10 kA to BS EN 61009-1 Type B MCB and 30 mA RCD protection
B curve
Nominal rating (In) Number of 175 mm modules

1 1 1

6010 60 1 row unit 6010 61 2 row unit 6010 62 3 row unit

235 x 250 x 120 360 x 250 x 120 485 x 250 x 120

1 1 1 1 1

0077 0077 0077 0077 0077

78 80 81 83 84

10 16 20 32 40

A A A A A

2 2 2 2 2

Accessories
1 1

Voltage surge protector

For neutral earthing : TT, TN, IT, Uc = 440 V Type 1 : Iimp = 10 kA (impulse discharge cap. 10/350 s wave) Type 2 : In = 20 kA; Up = 2 kV (protection level) Imax = 70 kA (impulse discharge cap. 8/20 s)
Associated protection Number of 175mm modules

White doors 0013 31 For 1 row unit 0013 32 For 2 row unit Transparent doors 0013 41 For 1 row unit 0013 42 For 2 row unit Clip-on blanking plates, white RAL 703S 0016 60 5 modules separable by module or half module 0016 62 13 modules separable by module or half module Joining accessories Consisting of spacers and an arched cable gland for joining 2 units together 0013 92 Vertical (across whole width)
1

1 1

0039 20 Single pole

0068 64

20 20

Bells and buzzer

50 Hz AC Connection by screw terminals, with label holder Bells - IP 30-1
Voltage (V )

DX-E residential MCBs - 6 kA

Short circuit capacity : 6 000 A (IS EN 60898-1) Type B 6 kA Single pole (1 protected pole) 230/400 V
B curve 1 1 1 1
Nominal rating (In) Number of 175 mm modules

10 10 10

0041 01 0041 07 0041 13

8/12 230

Power (VA)

Consum. (mA)

P (1) (dB)

Number of 175 mm modules

4/5 6

360/420 27 27

80/84 83 73

1 1 1

Buzzer - IP 30-1 230 6

Bell transformers
Conform to IEC / EN 61558-2-8 Transformers protected against overloads and short circuits Possibility for supply busbars to run through (Cat. Nos. 0042 20/25)
Depth 60 mm Secondary Rating Power Number of 175 mm modules

0032 0032 0032 0032

68 71 73 74

10 20 32 40

A A A A

1 1 1 1

Specials available on request

Please note : The products shown on this page represent the most commonly used items in the range. Additional versions, including surface and flush boards, are also available on request.

1 1

230 V / 8 V 8V 05 A 230 V / 12 V - 8 V 0042 25 12/8 V 066/1 A 0042 20

4 VA 8 VA

2 2

(1) Min. protection for Icc max : 10 kA

Spare terminals available (p. 294) Modular timers (p. 230)

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insulated consumer units

surface mounting

s Insulated - surface mounting dimensions (mm)

A 110

s 12 module unit
Back box fixing centres and cable entries (mm)
View from above
40 20 2 cut-outs 50 x 50 2 cut-outs 40 x 50

6 cut-outs 20 x 25

2 cut-outs 20 x 18.5

50 22 cut-outs 25 x 20

View from sides

2 cut-outs 20 x 25 225 180

Modules 4 8 12 14/16 20/22

A (mm) 140 212 298 370 478

B (mm) 225 225 225 225 225

50

195

268

2 cut-outs 20 x 25

2 cut-outs 20 x 18.5

s 4 module unit
Back box fixing centres and cable entries (mm)
View from above
1 cut-out 50 x 50 1 cut-out 40 x 50

View from below

s 14/16 module unit

Back box fixing centres and cable entries (mm)
View from above
40 20
2 cut-outs 50 x 50 2 cut-outs 40 x 50

40 20

50
30 cut-outs 25 x 20

4 cut-outs 20 x 25

4 cut-outs View from 25 x 25 sides

50

10 cut-outs 20 x 25
2 cut-outs 20 x 25 225 114

View from sides

2 cut-outs 20 x 25
90

225 180

340
4 cut-outs 20 x 25

8 cut-outs 20 x 25

View from below

s 8 module unit
Back box fixing centres and cable entries (mm)
View from above
2 cut-outs 50 x 50 2 cut-outs 40 x 50

View from below

s 20/22 module unit

Back box fixing centres and cable entries (mm)
View from above
40 20
2 cut-outs 50 x 50 2 cut-outs 40 x 50

40 20

50

6 cut-outs 20 x 25

8 cut-outs 25 x 25

View from sides

50
12 cut-outs 20 x 25 42 cut-outs 25 x 20

2 cut-outs 20 x 22

View from sides

2 cut-outs 20 x 25 225 114

2 cut-outs 20 x 25

162

225 180

448

6 cut-outs 20 x 25

2 cut-outs 20 x 22

10 cut-outs 20 x 25

View from below

View from below

196

metal consumer units

surface mounting

s Metal - surface mounting dimensions (mm)

A 113

s 16 module unit
Back box fixing centres and cable entries (mm)
4 cut-outs 20 View from above

250 120 50 Modules 8 12 16 22 A (mm) 219 305 377 485 B (mm) 200 80 235 235 235 235 95

2 obround cut-outs 100 x 50

s 8 module unit
Back box fixing centres and cable entries (mm)
4 cut-outs 32 View from above View from below 175

4 cut-outs 25 100

4 cut-outs 32

s 22 module unit
1 obround cut-out 100 x 50 80

Back box fixing centres and cable entries (mm)

5 4 cut-outs 25 View from above

95

350 120 View from below 2 obround cut-outs 100 x 50 80 95 1 cut-out 25

s 12 module unit
Back box fixing centres and cable entries (mm)
4 cut-outs 32 View from above 275

View from below 175 8 cut-outs 20 1 obround cut-out 100 x 50 80 4 cut-outs 32

95

100

View from below

2 cut-outs 20

2 cut-outs 25

197

metal consumer units

flush mounting

supply units
IP 55

s Metal - flush mounting dimensions (mm)

A 113 min.

230

6059 19

6059 12

Modules 12 16

A (mm) 330 402

B (mm) 260 260

97 min. 132 max. 200 min. 234 max.

IP 55 Box and cover in moulded material Transparent, hinged, clip in to place cover Lockable with keylock Cat. No. 0017 66
Pack Cat. Nos.

50

Garage/outbuilding supply units

A A A A and 6 A Type C MCB with 30 mA DP RCD incomer and 6 A Type C MCB with 30 mA DP RCD incomer

s 12 module unit
Back box fixing centres and cable entries (mm)
2 cut-outs 20 View from above

1 1

6059 18 16 40 6059 19 32 40

Electric shower supply units

300 190 View from sides 2 cut-outs 20

1 1

6059 12 40 A 30 mA DP RCBO 6059 13 50 A 30 mA DP RCBO

Accessories
1 obround cut-out 100 x 50 84

1 1

0017 66 Lock and key 0017 69 Wall brackets (set of 4)

84

s Dimensions
Cat. Nos. 6059 12/13/18/19
270 142 30 90 1

View from below

180

120

4 cut-outs 25

4 cut-outs 32

s 16 module unit
Back box fixing centres and cable entries (mm)
115 6 cut-outs 20 View from above

372 260 120

View from sides 2 cut-outs 20

2 obround cut-outs 100 x 50

84

84

340 View from below

4 cut-outs 25

4 cut-outs 32

198

30

voltage surge protectors

s Protection against lightning effects

Lightning directly or indirectly generates the following effects : thermal (blow-outs, fire) electrodynamic (loosening of terminals) rise in earth voltage (risk of electrocution) overvoltages of several thousand volts and destructive induced currents (damage to electrical and electronic equipment, interruption of operation) Protection against the effects of lightning is based essentially on : catching and discharging the current to earth the use of voltage surge protectors the passive protection of the installation Passive protection designates the part of the protection provided by the structure and the configuration of the installation itself (neutral earthing system, area, level of equipotentiality, etc.)

s Types of lightning strikes

Direct strike

s Voltage surge protectors and regulation

Voltage surge protectors allow : protection of sensitive devices against direct and indirect effects of lightning limitation of harmful consequences to people or livestock continuity of work 1 - Product standards EN 61643-11 and IEC 61643-1 Defines voltage surge protectors of two levels (types) :
Type 1 Type of wave Main characteristics 10/350 s In, Iimp Type 2 8/20 s In, Imax Type 3 12/50 s - 8/20 s Uoc

Overvoltages on power supply lines

2 - Installation standards : IEC 60364 (or equivalent electric national standards) The use of VSPs is recommended in new or renovated buildings in the following cases : buildings equipped with lightning conductors : type 1 VSPs with Iimp 125 kA The use of VSPs is also strongly recommended in mountain areas, close to bodies of water or tall structures (buildings, trees, etc.), in the cases of line end installations or installations located less than 50 m from buildings equipped with lightning conductors. When VSPs are present on the power circuit, it is strongly advised to install a VSP on the communication circuits (telephone or data lines)

Overvoltages due to strikes in direct proximity of building

199