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Re: big Consumer units




Paul Gale wrote:

> No, don't think so (If I understand you correctly). The Filter clamps
> around the incoming Neutral cable. A Live connection of at least 15A
> rating is then run from the CU back to the filter (to power the
> circuitry I guess). It's this Live connection that needs to be
> protected by the 15A min MCB. What has me confused is the MIN 15A
> rating bit - if it's significantly bigger than 15A, it wouldn't
> provide much protection I guess?


Is it possible that the filter takes a large chunk of current for a
short amount of time under certain conditions (eg post power cut
restoration of supply when everything in the house has been left turned
on)?

I have no idea how they work...

Jim



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