Main Switch Consumer Units

  • £26.36
  • Our Main Switch Consumer Units are durable metal enclosures fitted with a 100A main switch incomer. Supplied empty or part-loaded, they provide a reliable base for domestic and light commercial installations where you need a compliant board ready for RCBO/MCB configuration. Built to the latest BS7671:2018 (Amendment 2) requirements and...

    Our Main Switch Consumer Units are durable metal enclosures fitted with a 100A main switch incomer. Supplied empty or part-loaded, they provide a reliable base for domestic and light commercial installations where you need a compliant board ready for RCBO/MCB configuration.

    Built to the latest BS7671:2018 (Amendment 2) requirements and BS EN 61439 standards, these units include raised DIN rails, neutral and earth bars, and multiple knockouts for flexible cable entry. Finished in white powder-coated steel for long-lasting protection.

    Available variants:

    • WME04/MS100 – 2 usable ways
    • WME06/MS100 – 4 usable ways
    • WME08/MS100 – 6 usable ways
    • WME10/MS100 – 8 usable ways
    • WME12/MS100 – 10 usable ways
    • WME14/MS100 – 12 usable ways
    • WME16/MS100 – 14 usable ways
    • WME18/MS100 – 16 usable ways
    • WME22/MS100 – 20 usable ways

    Which size to choose? Select based on circuit design: small 2–6 way boards suit garage or outbuilding installs, while 12–20 way units are ideal for larger domestic or small commercial properties.

    • Fitted incomer: 100A main switch
    • Metal construction: White powder-coated steel
    • Flexible install: Knockouts top, bottom, sides, and rear
    • Installer-friendly: Raised DIN rail and keyholes for neat cable routing
    • Compliant: BS7671:2018 (A2) and BS EN 61439

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    Are these units supplied with breakers?

    No – they are supplied with a 100A main switch incomer. You’ll need to add MCBs or RCBOs as required by your installation design.

    What sizes are available?

    From 2 usable ways up to 20 ways, covering everything from small outbuildings to full domestic installs.

    Are these boards compliant with 18th Edition regs?

    Yes – they meet BS7671:2018 (Amendment 2) and BS EN 61439 requirements for consumer units.

    Do they include earth and neutral bars?

    Yes – all units are supplied with neutral and earth terminal bars, plus a neutral cable and pin-style busbar.

    • Incomer: 100A main switch (non-RCD)
    • Usable Ways: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 20
    • Construction: Steel, powder-coated finish
    • Mounting: Surface mount with raised DIN rail
    • Cable Entry: Multiple circular knockouts (25/32mm top/bottom, 40mm sides/rear)
    • Earth & Neutral: Supplied with terminal bars and cables
    • Standards: BS EN 61439; BS7671:2018 (Amendment 2)
    • Dimensions (example sizes):
      • WME06/MS100 (4 way): 160 × 240 × 112 mm
      • WME12/MS100 (10 way): 232 × 240 × 112 mm
      • WME18/MS100 (16 way): 376 × 240 × 112 mm
      • WME22/MS100 (20 way): 400 × 240 × 112 mm

    These consumer units are supplied with a pre-fitted 100A main switch but no protective devices. Final installation and circuit population must be carried out by a qualified electrician.

    • Use knockouts with appropriate glands/bushes to maintain enclosure integrity
    • Mount on a flat, secure surface with clear access for future inspection
    • Ensure protective devices (MCBs/RCBOs) match the system design
    • Confirm bonding and earth continuity before energising