Need a small switch Fuse for meter cabinet

[studentspark]

Have to fit a switch fuse into a new meter cabinet also containing the Supply cut out and meter.

Most seem to big.
I want at least a 80A Switch.
I had a look at one of these

http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Images/Products/size_3/CGMSF100.JPG

but did not like. Only one screw holding the conductors, and the knockouts are so close to the connections.

Any ideas

 

[ban-all-sheds]

Only one screw holding the conductors

Just like in the CU then.

You won't find a smaller switchfuse.

 

[studentspark]

True with the one screw, but there is a bit of a flimsy feel to it.
Consumer units tend to not screw into the cable but clamp it.

I don't want smaller than this, in fact a bit more height would be preferred.

There does not seem to be a lot out there.

 

[mfarrow]

Consumer units tend to not screw into the cable but clamp it.

Not the busbars.

There does not seem to be a lot out there.

Exactly - fit one and be done with it.

 

[RF Lighting]

I use lots of those KMF switch fuses. They're really good.

It's either one of those or a big numb switchfuse like those good old fashioned wylex ones.

 

[studentspark]

OK!

Thanks

 

[JohnD]

all the MEM stuff I can remember has tunnel clamps, so it isn't just the end of a screw pressing on the cable (or is that one a budget copy?)

But remember copper cable is soft, so retighten after a week or so when it has moulded to shape and relaxed a bit.

 

[ban-all-sheds]

How about instead of a switchfuse an MCB or MCCB?

Plan B

I can sell you this at a bargain price

and you can put the cutout and meter inside it.

Brilliant.

 

[JohnW2]

all the MEM stuff I can remember has tunnel clamps, so it isn't just the end of a screw pressing on the cable (or is that one a budget copy?).

Maybe the 800KMF is the exception which proves the rule, then! (this is a real MEM one):

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• JohnW2
• 13 Apr 2013
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Kind Regards, John

 

[JohnD]

'mmmmmm

<surprised>

 

[sparkiemike]

http://www.qvsdirect.com/Protek-1-Pole-Metal-Clad-Switch-Fuse-100A-pr-22628.html

Have you checked you are allowed to install your equipment in the meter box? Most DNOs impose conditions that only allow their equipment to be installed in the box - even if you supplied the box!

 

[streetlighter]

I'm sure Schneider electric ( Square D ) make one just like the Protus, Have you thought about a double pole MCB in a suitable enclosure as an option ?
Don't think Scottish Power mind isolator a in the meter box around here, I've seen Wylex Isolators and even adaptable enclosures with SWA glanced off into them.