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3 Phase RCDs (4-Pole) for Three-Phase Earth Leakage Protection

3 phase RCDs provide residual current protection across all three live phases and the neutral conductor. These 4-pole three-phase RCD units are used on distribution boards, sub-mains and plant circuits where full earth leakage protection and simultaneous disconnection are required.

Quick answer: A 3 phase RCD is usually a 4-pole earth leakage device that monitors L1, L2, L3 and neutral together. If a fault is detected, it disconnects all poles simultaneously to provide safe isolation on a three-phase circuit or distribution board.

These 4-pole RCDs disconnect L1, L2, L3 and N simultaneously during a fault, preventing dangerous imbalance or partial isolation. Available in 30mA, 100mA and 300mA sensitivities, they support both personal protection and fire-rated selective protection depending on the application.

  • 4-pole (3P+N) protection for standard three-phase circuits
  • 30mA, 100mA and 300mA options for shock or fire protection duties
  • Type A and Type B variants depending on load characteristics
  • Suitable for three-phase boards, sub-mains and plant circuits
  • Used as three-phase RCD units or RCD breakers depending on the assembly
  • 18th Edition aligned for new installations and upgrades

These devices are essential wherever three-phase equipment is installed and offer guaranteed, simultaneous disconnection for safe maintenance and reliable protection against earth leakage faults.

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Out of stock SKU: WEV4100B-030

100A 30mA 4 Pole Type B RCD (WEV4100B-030)

£179.60 ex VAT £215.52 inc VAT

WEV4100B-030 is a 100A 30mA 4 Pole Type B RCD designed for applications where smooth DC residual currents and higher-frequency AC residual currents may...

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63A 30mA 4 Pole Type B RCD (WEV463B-030)

£179.60 ex VAT £215.52 inc VAT

WEV463B-030 is a 63A 30mA 4 pole Type B RCD designed for applications where smooth DC residual currents and higher-frequency AC residual currents may...

Choosing an RCD for a Three-Phase Circuit

A three-phase RCD monitors the vector sum of the conductors passing through it and disconnects when residual current reaches its operating threshold. Select the RCD type, sensitivity, current rating, pole configuration and time characteristic for the equipment and protective function.

Type A 4-Pole RCDs

Suitable for compatible three-phase loads where AC and pulsating DC residual currents need to be detected.

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Type B 4-Pole RCDs

Used where smooth DC or wider-frequency residual currents may occur, such as certain drives, inverters and specialist equipment.

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Time-Delay RCDs

Selective devices can support coordination in appropriate distribution arrangements, but do not replace 30mA additional protection where that is required.

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Specification Checklist

  • RCD type: match the residual-current waveform produced by the equipment
  • Sensitivity: select the operating current for shock, fire or fault protection duty
  • Rated current: coordinate with load and upstream overcurrent protection
  • Poles and neutral: route all required monitored conductors through the device
  • Selectivity: coordinate time-delayed and downstream RCDs where applicable

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Related Categories

Type A RCDsType B RCDs100mA Time-Delay RCDs4-Pole MCBsThree Phase

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