Replacing MK Consumer Unit. Main switch position

[Taylortwocities]

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]

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]

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]

Crabtree also do LH main switch units?

 

[Pretty Mouth]

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]

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]

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]

I would use Fusebox with rcbo'

 

[xylophone]

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]

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

 

[Taylortwocities]

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

 

[loz2754]

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Now why didn't I think of that!

 

[jeffreylray77]

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]

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