fused isolation

[m1ck_b87]

Hi guys
Can a fused isolator be used at the origin of the installation as the sole means of isolation taking the place of the cu

 

[kingeri]

It's desirable to have an isolator at the origin of the install, doesn't matter if it's a fused switch or just an isolator. This would be in addition to the main switch in the CU. It's especially handy if the tails are split and there are two CUs for example.

 

[MDJ]

Hi guys
Can a fused isolator be used at the origin of the installation as the sole means of isolation taking the place of the cu

why, what you planning to do?

 

[kingeri]

Just re-read the OP, and got me wondering. Do you mean to use a switch fuse as a means to protect a final circuit???

 

[m1ck_b87]

Ive come across this being done and yes means to protect final circuit,

 

[m1ck_b87]

From meter to fused isolator 6mm tails, supply lighting circuit

 

[kingeri]

Didn't you mention this on another thread or two, with a pic?

 

[m1ck_b87]

Yes correct still unsure whether fuse isolator can be used as db,

 

[telectrix]

sounds like you are basically using a switched fuse as a 1 way CU. as long as the outgoing cable is correctly protected, i see nothing wrong with that idea.

 

[kingeri]

Sorry for delay getting back to you, just had a freakin smart meter fitted. I'd agree with Tel, at the end of the day as long as the cable is adequately protected, then what's the issue?

 

[Guitarist]

That's gonna be one slow-moving meter....

 

[Stroppy]

Sorry for delay getting back to you, just had a freakin smart meter fitted.

Do your tails keep falling out? Hammer a wedge-shaped bit of bean-tin into the terminal and it should keep them there. That's my usual solution.

PS, make sure to use a wooden mallet, not a metal hammer!