4 Pole Plastic Meter Isolator with Twin Screw Terminal Main Switch
The WCED WEC44100 is a compact 100A 4-Pole Meter Isolator, built for secure disconnection between the electricity meter and consumer unit. Housed in a 4-module surface-mount enclosure, it features twin screw terminals and a lockable main switch - ideal for meter tail isolation in residential and light commercial installs. This...
The WCED WEC44100 is a compact 100A 4-Pole Meter Isolator, built for secure disconnection between the electricity meter and consumer unit. Housed in a 4-module surface-mount enclosure, it features twin screw terminals and a lockable main switch - ideal for meter tail isolation in residential and light commercial installs.
This unit is fast to fit, tamper-resistant, and designed to save space on wall-mount jobs. Suitable for resistive and moderately inductive loads, such as lighting, heating, and general distribution boards.
- Rating: 100A, 4 Pole Main Switch Isolator
- Enclosure: 4-module metal housing (IP20 rated)
- Terminal Type: Twin screw terminal with clear labelling
- Safety Features: Lockable switch, two-part lid, sealed lid screws
- Use Case: Meter isolator between cut-out and consumer unit
- Dimensions: 95mm (W) x 145mm (H) x 82mm (D)
- Compliance: Conforms to BS EN 60947-3
Q: What is this unit used for?
A: It's used to isolate the supply between an energy meter and the consumer unit. Typically installed to give safe disconnection when working on distribution boards.
Q: Is this suitable for 3-phase installs?
A: Yes - it's a 4-pole isolator and can be used for 3-phase + neutral setups.
Q: Is this enclosure lockable?
A: Yes - the switch can be padlocked, and the sealed lid screws prevent tampering.
Q: Can I fit this outdoors?
A: No - it’s IP20 rated and should only be installed in dry, indoor environments like meter cupboards or garages.
Q: Can it be used with surge protection?
A: Yes - a surge protection module can be added externally. Contact us if a pre-wired SPD version is required.
- Model: WEC44100
- Function: 100A 4-Pole Main Switch Isolator
- Enclosure: 4 Module, IP20, White Powder-Coated
- Dimensions: 95mm (W) x 145mm (H) x 82mm (D)
- Terminals: Twin screw, suitable for meter tails
- Locking Feature: Padlockable switch (or lock-off device)
- Ingress Protection: IP20 (indoor use only)
- Standards: BS EN 60947-3 (AC-22A Switching Duty)
This unit should be installed by a qualified electrician in accordance with BS7671 wiring regulations.
- Mount vertically on a flat surface using suitable fixings
- Connect tails using twin screw terminals and torque to specification
- Use lock-off function to safely isolate during meter changeovers or board upgrades
- Do not install outdoors — IP20 rating is for dry, indoor environments only