AFDDs are now mandatory for socket circuits in certain types of buildings.
Regulation 421.1.7
Arc fault detection devices (AFDDs) conforming to BS EN 62606 shall be provided for single-phase AC final circuits supplying socket-outlets with a rated current not exceeding 32A in:
• Higher Risk Residential Buildings (HRRB)
• Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO)
• Purpose-built student accommodation
• Care homes
For all other premises, the use of AFDDs conforming to BS EN 62606 is recommended for single-phase AC final circuits supplying socket-outlets not exceeding 32A.
Electrium AFDDs from Crabtree and Wylex have a range of features and benefits for your next residential installation:
- Easy to install
- Uses 1 consumer unit way
- Ring circuit compatible
- Radial circuit compatible
- Detects series arc faults
- Detects parallel arc faults
- Includes integral Type A RCBO
- Includes double pole switching
- Self-tests every day
- Fault type indicator light
- Fits regular consumer units
- No special assembly required
- BS EN 62606 compliant
- One size fits all
Discover more about arc fault detection devices and Amendment 2 with our dedicated web section here.
Download our leaflet and find out more how the changes affect your next installation here.