Replacing MK Consumer Unit. Main switch position

Taylortwocities · Jul 16, 2023

Hello mates. i have an MK CU to replace. As you may know, the main switch in MKs is on the left hand side.

There's no way to replace the meter tails. Is there another manufacturer that has a left-hand main switch CU, or a flexible position option?

Thanks muchly!

mainline · Jul 16, 2023

Taylortwocities said:
Hello mates. i have an MK CU to replace. As you may know, the main switch in MKs is on the left hand side.

There's no way to replace the meter tails. Is there another manufacturer that has a left-hand main switch CU, or a flexible position option?

Thanks muchly!

I would use Fusebox with rcbo's.

oscar21 · Jul 16, 2023

Why not another MK one, I noticed screwfix had a good deal on MK boards the other day, RCBO's about £16, type A's too.

SJD · Jul 16, 2023

Crabtree also do LH main switch units?

Pretty Mouth · Jul 16, 2023

I think the Lewden/Steeple/Curve stuff can have the switch either end. At least, the CU in my flat is configured with the main switch on the left.

mainline · Jul 16, 2023

I try and stick with same make as one of my peeves is having a box full of various make mcbs/rcbos etc taking up space in the van all it does is seem to grow.

Fusebox populated spd sp+n rcbo boards are decent for the price.

I always keep my eye out on flea bay for unused rcbos etc as I’ve had some good deals.

loz2754 · Jul 16, 2023

mainline said:
I try and stick with same make as one of my peeves is having a box full of various make mcbs/rcbos etc taking up space in the van all it does is seem to grow.

Fusebox populated spd sp+n rcbo boards are decent for the price.

I always keep my eye out on flea bay for unused rcbos etc as I’ve had some good deals.

I don't recall seeing Fusebox being configured with a left hand main switch??

xylophone · Jul 16, 2023

mainline said:
I would use Fusebox with rcbo'

xylophone · Jul 16, 2023

Taylortwocities said:
Hello mates. i have an MK CU to replace. As you may know, the main switch in MKs is on the left hand side.

There's no way to replace the meter tails. Is there another manufacturer that has a left-hand main switch CU, or a flexible position option?

Thanks muchly!

The CEF MCG ones are LH main switch IIRC.
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mainline · Jul 16, 2023

loz2754 said:
I don't recall seeing Fusebox being configured with a left hand main switch??

Taylortwocities · Jul 16, 2023

mainline said:
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That’s the Australian model. Can’t get them here

loz2754 · Jul 16, 2023

mainline said:
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Now why didn't I think of that!

jeffreylray77 · Jul 17, 2023

Taylortwocities said:
Hello mates. i have an MK CU to replace. As you may know, the main switch in MKs is on the left hand side.

There's no way to replace the meter tails. Is there another manufacturer that has a left-hand main switch CU, or a flexible position option?

MK is in fact a well-liked option. However, Hager is a manufacturer that provides versatile position possibilities if you're seeking for alternatives. Their consumer units provide you the option of placing the primary switch to the left or right. You'll have more installation freedom in this approach. Hope that was useful.

nicebutdim · Jul 17, 2023

Who knew MK was well known for domestic distribution in Canada? More to the point; who'd have guessed Canadians liked slanted breakers?

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