I need to replace some sockets in the garage. Currently they are surface mounted plastic sockets. One is a single socket which the plastic pattress box has cracked. The other is a double socket which has come away from the wall (It could just be re-attached, altho an indicator light has broken).
I guess my options are.
1) Replace with two double surface mounted plastic sockets. Using a plug in rcd for any tools (may not be good for a garage, easily broken?)
2) Replace with two double metal clad surface mounted socket. Using a plug in rcd for any tools.
3) Replace with two active RCD medal clad surface mounted double sockets
I have gone for active ones as being the safest for tools.
I have read on this site that an RCD may be considered unnecessary to be combined within the socket for a garage, or at least, a bit over the top. I also read that an active rcd socket could trip the RCD on the consumer unit. I do not know if either of these opinions/statements are true.
Are there any downsides I am not aware of?
So, which would people consider the preferential option.
This is the RCD I was considering. They look to be a reputable company. The products is a lot cheaper then the MK variety though.
http://www.timeguard.com/products/s...ion-bulk-range/tfa07m-rcd-double-metal-socket
The trip speed is 40ms however. So the one below may be a better option.
https://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/CM4901M.html
Many thanks in advance.
I guess my options are.
1) Replace with two double surface mounted plastic sockets. Using a plug in rcd for any tools (may not be good for a garage, easily broken?)
2) Replace with two double metal clad surface mounted socket. Using a plug in rcd for any tools.
3) Replace with two active RCD medal clad surface mounted double sockets
I have gone for active ones as being the safest for tools.
I have read on this site that an RCD may be considered unnecessary to be combined within the socket for a garage, or at least, a bit over the top. I also read that an active rcd socket could trip the RCD on the consumer unit. I do not know if either of these opinions/statements are true.
Are there any downsides I am not aware of?
So, which would people consider the preferential option.
This is the RCD I was considering. They look to be a reputable company. The products is a lot cheaper then the MK variety though.
http://www.timeguard.com/products/s...ion-bulk-range/tfa07m-rcd-double-metal-socket
The trip speed is 40ms however. So the one below may be a better option.
https://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/CM4901M.html
Many thanks in advance.
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