Why Choose the CHINT NX3-16RCD 14-Way Metal Consumer Unit?
The CHINT NX3-16RCD is a robust 14-way metal RCD consumer unit designed for electrical distribution and circuit protection in residential, commercial and light industrial installations. As part of the CHINT NX3 metal consumer unit range, it provides 14 available outgoing ways together with a factory-fitted 80 A double-pole RCD.
Designed as an RCD board for flexible final-circuit configuration, the NX3-16RCD allows installers to select suitable compatible protective devices for the individual outgoing circuits. Its metal enclosure provides a durable housing for the distribution equipment, while integrated DIN rail, neutral and earth connection arrangements support straightforward installation and wiring.
The 14 available ways make the NX3-16RCD suitable for installations requiring substantial circuit capacity, while the fitted 80 A RCD provides residual-current protection for the connected circuits. The NX3 metal consumer unit range was developed for UK electrical installations and is designed around the requirements applicable to household and similar distribution boards.
Key Advantages
- Versatile 14-way metal consumer unit for electrical distribution applications.
- Supplied with 1 × 80 A double-pole RCD.
- 14 available outgoing ways provide capacity for multiple final circuits.
- Durable metal enclosure designed for modern electrical installations.
- Allows compatible outgoing protective devices to be selected according to circuit requirements.
- Integrated DIN rail arrangement simplifies installation of modular protective devices.
- Part of the established CHINT NX3 consumer unit range.
Key Features
- CHINT NX3 metal consumer unit series.
- 14 available ways.
- 1 × 80 A RCD supplied.
- Double-pole residual-current protection.
- Metal enclosure for electrical distribution equipment.
- DIN rail mounting system for compatible modular devices.
- Earth and neutral connection facilities.
- Suitable for configurable final-circuit distribution.
- Designed for residential, commercial and similar electrical installations.
Flexible Electrical Distribution and Circuit Protection
Consumer units such as the CHINT NX3-16RCD form the central distribution point for electrical circuits within an installation. Incoming electrical power is distributed across individual outgoing circuits, with compatible protective devices selected according to the requirements of lighting, socket, heating and other electrical loads.
The NX3-16RCD combines a metal enclosure with a factory-fitted 80 A RCD and 14 available ways, giving electrical installers flexibility when configuring a distribution board. Its generous circuit capacity makes it suitable for properties and installations where numerous separately protected final circuits are required.
Typical Applications
- Domestic electrical distribution systems.
- Residential properties and larger homes.
- Commercial electrical installations.
- Workshops and light industrial premises.
- Lighting and socket circuit distribution.
- Heating and fixed electrical equipment circuits.
- Electrical installation upgrades and consumer unit replacements.
