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  1. MaintenanceSpark

    Old Imperial Singles & Crabtree A15052 Switch

    Hi guys, I don’t really know where to post this, sorry if it’s in the wrong place. After posting a thread about old lead sheathed cable in my attic, Lucien gave me a very good history lesson on the cable which was very interesting and it gave me a big interest in old electrical cables and...
  2. S

    Crabtree loadstar breaker compatibility

    Hi all, I needed to replace an MCB for an electric shower with a different rating, it's an older Loadstar consumer unit, and crabtree told me word for word that the new loadstar MCBs are compatible with all the older loadstar boards, I am not sure I agree. Pictures below for your thoughts...
  3. sythai

    Crabtree Starbreaker - help please

    Hi Guys Forget to take cover off on last visit, back there Tue and need to sort some RCD protection. Will this rcbo fit in this 'older starbreaker' DB ? couple pics attached Thanks Sy
  4. Raptor0014

    Compatible MCB for Crabtree Powerstar

    Does anyone know offhand which SP MCBs are compatible with Crabtree Powerstar 3Ph boards? I need to take a 60a supply from this board but I can only find used ones on eBay and the company don’t want to buy used stuff. I can’t seem to find them new anywhere (probably me not looking in the...
  5. J

    ID Crabtree socket chassie

    Is anyone able to help me ID this crabtree double socket chassis? The faceplate is attached using two small hex screws?
  6. UKMeterman

    Crabtree loadstar suitible as a domestic CU replacement

    I have a job which is needing a new CU. What would the general view about a new Crabtree loadstar SPN 125A board being used as a domestic consumer unit. I know it will work, I was just wondering about the inspection and how some may argue it some how not right. Thanks
  7. timhoward

    Checking Crabtree MCB compatibility

    I'm working off a photo and haven't been there yet - I think these are Crabtree Polestar breakers in this old 3 phase board? Do the slightly newer design fit that CEF peddle fit? thanks.
  8. Too_Wired

    What is the BS number is for this old DNO Crabtree enclosure?

    Hi, I completed an EICR at a customer home in the week and came across this old Crabtree DNO equipment in the meter cupboard. Just two questions really 1. Does anyone know what the BS number of this equipment is (See pictures) 2. Will the DNO replace it if the customer requests an isolator...
  9. SparkySy

    Crabtree powerstar MCCB compatibility?

    Hi everyone I have a job that requires a 63a 1ph supply to a small unit, the main distribution panel is a Crabtree Powerstar. I am struggling to locate an MCCB for it. I have a part number of 7PBGN163 but I am wondering if the 7PBGB163 is compatible if anyone knows. I think they are possibly...
  10. N

    Replacing a Crabtree Starbreaker B32 RCBO 30mA Circuit Breaker Old Type

    Hi, I need to replace a Crabtree Starbreaker B32 RCBO 30mA CIRCUIT BREAKER. 61/B3230 old type which is now obsolete and can only be bought online from Ebay. Comapring the image of the breaker online, there is a small difference to the one that needs replacing. Printed above 30mA is a square box...
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    • 30ma breaker circuit circuit breaker crabtree old rcbo rcbo; replacing type
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    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  11. sythai

    Converting Crabtree Starbreaker to full RCBO..?

    Evening All Quick question please and hope it's poss. With an older star breaker split load DB, can I take out all the guts (apart from 100 DP iso) and convert to full rcbo? Are all the 'plug in bits' a live terminal (e.g behind where RCCB currently is) ? Would make my life easier if so ;-)...
  12. D

    Crabtree light switch

    Crabtree l1 l2 l3. Iam changing light switch can anyone help me please guys photo old switch can someone please tell me where wires go in the Crabtree switch
  13. B

    Polestar and Loadstar

    Does anyone know if the polestar breakers are compatible with the Loadstar boards at all?
  14. R

    What Crabtree type RCBO fits this board?

    Hello guys, completely forgot to remove the board cover to check what type of rcbo was required for this particular Crabtree board. Anyone from experience know which type RCBO fits? thanks in advance!!
  15. JBW175

    UK Need an RCBO to fit an old Crabtree board, any suggestions?

    Hi all, As the title suggests, I’m after an RCBO to fit an old Crabtree CU. Was wondering if this style would do it? All suggestions appreciated, thanks in advance.
  16. DPG

    Crabtree parts

    Forgot I'd got this. If anyone needs any Crabtree accessories, let me know!
  17. HandySparks

    Crabtree Instinct Range

    Has anybody installed the new Instinct accessories from Crabtree? I like the look of them and they have some nice features for ease of installation. Proper cage clamp terminals (does any other manufacturer offer this?) and lined-up terminals. How do you find them to install and where are you...
  18. F

    Crabtree starbreaker AFDD's

    Just a quick heads up to anyone installing the 2 module combined devices. The device consists of a starbreaker RCBO with a Siemens AFDD tacked on the left side with manufacturer fitted links from the RCBO output to the incoming terminals on the AFDD. On a number of the ones I fitted recently the...
  19. J

    Testing Crabtree Boards

    Hello all, I'm curious. Crabtree boards with their moduler click in busbar system. Does anyone have a trick to linking the busbar and the earth for continuity testing at all?
  20. NDG Elecs

    Crabtree Starbreaker config.

    Hi folks. Wanting to do some work on a lighting circuit. Need to change to 30mA protection, currently 100mA S type... I know the Starbreaker boards can be configured differently with their busbars, but how! See piccy. Is there anyway to introduce another 30mA rccb onto this board, maybe moving...

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