Description
16a RCBO:
The 16A Two-Pole RCBO (Residual Current Circuit Breaker with Overload Protection) is a robust, multifunctional device ideal for residential and commercial electrical systems. This RCBO combines the functionality of an MCB (Miniature Circuit Breaker) and RCD (Residual Current Device) to provide comprehensive protection against electrical faults such as earth faults, leakage current, overloads, short circuits, and over-voltage.
16a RCBO Key Specifications and Features:
- Rated Current: 16A
- Rated Short-Circuit Breaking Capacity: 4.5kA, providing reliable interruption in case of high fault currents.
- Degree of Protection: IP20, offering protection against medium-sized solid objects for safe indoor use.
Construction and Safety Features:
- Protection Mechanisms:
- Safeguards equipment against earth faults, leakage current, overloads, and short circuits, making it versatile for various applications.
- Provides isolation capabilities, preventing accidental contact with live parts and ensuring safe maintenance procedures.
- Equipped with both phase and neutral poles for enhanced circuit stability.
- Human Safety:
- Indirect Contact Protection: Protects against indirect contact with live parts, reducing risk of electric shocks.
- Direct Contact Protection: Offers added protection against direct contact with live wires, ensuring user safety in potentially hazardous situations.
- Operational Efficiency:
- Contact position indication helps easily identify the status of the RCBO, facilitating quick troubleshooting.
- Tripping characteristics (B, C, D curves) allow for customizable response times, depending on specific load requirements.
- Fast tripping time of ≤ 0.1s for instantaneous protection, ensuring rapid disconnection in fault conditions.
- Durability:
- With a high electro-mechanical endurance of up to 4000 cycles, this RCBO is built for long-lasting operation.
- Connection terminals are designed with pillar terminals and clamps for secure and stable wiring connections.
Technical Data:
- Rated Voltage: 240V AC
- Frequency: 50/60Hz
- Residual Operating Current: 0.03, 0.1, 0.3A
- Over-Voltage Tripping: 280V ± 5% ensures protection against dangerous voltage spikes.
- Connection Capacity: Accommodates flexible conductors up to 10mm² and rigid conductors up to 16mm².
- Installation: Compatible with 35mm DIN rail or panel mounting, offering flexibility in installation across different distribution boards.
The 16A Two-Pole RCBO is an essential protective device for households and commercial installations, ensuring a safe and efficient electrical system. For more details on specifications, the LA216 Datasheet provides comprehensive technical information. Lanx is best electrical distributors in Australia
