The RCD (residual-current device): what it is and why you need it
Learn the difference between a standard breaker and an RCD, and why it's essential to protect your family from shock in bathrooms and kitchens.
Many homes rely on standard breakers only, overlooking another type that could save a family member's life: the residual-current device.
What does a standard breaker do?
It protects wiring from overload and short circuits — that is, it protects the installation itself from damage and fire.
And what does an RCD do?
The RCD monitors current leakage, so if someone touches a bare wire or current leaks through water, it cuts power within a fraction of a second to protect them from shock.
Where do you need it most?
Wet areas such as bathrooms, kitchens and outdoors are the most dangerous, and an RCD there is a necessity, not a luxury.
Is your home protected?
Many older homes don't have this protection. A simple panel inspection reveals whether yours does.
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