{"product_id":"ip65-metal-ev-consumer-unit-rcbo-mcb-surge-protection","title":"IP65 Metal EV Consumer Unit – RCBO, MCB \u0026 Surge Protection","description":"\u003c!-- ============================================================\n     PRODUCT: IP65 Metal Consumer Unit – 40A C Curve RCBO + Surge Protection (Single Phase)\n     SKUs: WMIP40CSP | WMIP\/MS40CSP\n     Meta title:  IP65 Metal EV Consumer Unit – C Curve RCBO \u0026 Surge | EcoHarmony\n     Meta desc:   Pre-fitted IP65 metal single-phase consumer unit with 40A C curve RCBO, Type 2 surge protection and optional 100A main switch. Pre-wired. UK stock.\n     ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .eh-product{font-family:sans-serif;color:#1a1a1a;line-height:1.7;max-width:860px;font-size:16px;}\n  .eh-product h2{font-size:20px;font-weight:600;margin:28px 0 8px;border-bottom:2px solid #1D9E75;padding-bottom:5px;color:#085041;}\n  .eh-product h3{font-size:17px;font-weight:600;margin:20px 0 5px;color:#1a1a1a;}\n  .eh-product p{margin:8px 0;font-size:16px;}\n  .eh-product ul{margin:6px 0 14px 22px;}\n  .eh-product li{margin:5px 0;font-size:16px;}\n  .eh-callout{background:#E1F5EE;border-left:4px solid #1D9E75;padding:14px 18px;border-radius:4px;margin:16px 0;font-size:16px;}\n  .eh-callout strong{color:#085041;}\n  .eh-warn{background:#FAEEDA;border-left:4px solid #BA7517;padding:14px 18px;border-radius:4px;margin:16px 0;font-size:16px;}\n  .eh-specs{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:14px 0;}\n  .eh-specs th{background:#085041;color:#fff;padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;font-size:15px;}\n  .eh-specs td{padding:8px 12px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;font-size:15px;}\n  .eh-specs tr:nth-child(even) td{background:#f5f5f5;}\n  .eh-faq{margin:16px 0;}\n  .eh-faq details{border:1px solid #e0e0e0;border-radius:6px;margin:8px 0;}\n  .eh-faq summary{padding:12px 16px;font-weight:600;cursor:pointer;font-size:16px;color:#085041;}\n  .eh-faq details[open] summary{border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0;}\n  .eh-faq .faq-body{padding:12px 16px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.7;}\n  .eh-links{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin:14px 0;}\n  .eh-links a{background:#085041;color:#fff;padding:7px 14px;border-radius:4px;text-decoration:none;font-size:15px;}\n  .eh-links a:hover{background:#1D9E75;}\n  .eh-badge{display:inline-block;background:#E1F5EE;color:#085041;padding:4px 11px;border-radius:20px;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;margin:2px;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eh-product\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003epre-fitted single-phase IP65 metal consumer unit\u003c\/strong\u003e comes ready-wired with a 40A C curve RCBO and Type 2 surge protection device, designed for EV charger installations where all the protection needs to be in a single, tough, weatherproof enclosure. It reduces installation time by arriving fully assembled — the installer simply mounts it, makes the incoming and outgoing connections, and the board is ready. Choose between \u003cstrong\u003eRCBO + SPD\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eMain Switch + RCBO + SPD\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eh-callout\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-wired and ready to connect.\u003c\/strong\u003e All components are factory-fitted in a lockable, non-combustible aluminium enclosure with an IP65 rating, suitable for garages, workshops and outdoor EV charger installs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eh-warn\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes not include PEN fault detection.\u003c\/strong\u003e If the installation is on a PME supply, a separate PEN fault detection device is required under BS 7671. See our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pen-fault-detection-with-surge-protection\"\u003ecombined PEN fault + surge unit\u003c\/a\u003e for the all-in-one PME solution.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose your configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"eh-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncludes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCBO + SPD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWMIP40CSP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40A Type A RCBO (C curve), Type 2 SPD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain Switch + RCBO + SPD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWMIP\/MS40CSP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100A main switch, 40A Type A RCBO (C curve), Type 2 SPD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRCBO (Type A, 40 A, C curve) — combined residual current and overcurrent protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType 2 surge protection device (SPD) with green\/red status indicator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100A main switch (Main Switch configuration only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-module IP65 aluminium enclosure — pre-wired and ready to connect, with DIN rail, neutral cable, neutral and earth terminals and busbar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"eh-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupply type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-phase, 230V, 50Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRCBO rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 A, Type A, C curve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 A (Main Switch configuration only)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurge protection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType 2 SPD, green\/red status indicator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5-module aluminium, IP65, non-combustible, padlockable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e232 mm (H) x 164 mm (W) x 102 mm (D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncoming terminals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCage clamp, 35 mm² max\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCable entry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM20 knockouts, can be drilled to M32\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-wired, factory assembled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35 mm DIN rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmbient temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-25 °C to +40 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBS EN 61439-3, BS EN 61009-1, BS EN 61643-11\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulation compliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18th Edition BS 7671\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-phase 7 kW EV chargers, domestic and light commercial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eh-faq\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat does pre-fitted or ready-wired mean?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003eIt means the RCBO and surge protection device are already installed and wired inside the enclosure when it arrives. The installer does not need to fit individual components — they simply mount the board, connect the incoming supply, and connect the outgoing circuit to the EV charger. This saves time on site, particularly when installing multiple units.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich configuration should I choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003eChoose \u003cstrong\u003eRCBO + SPD\u003c\/strong\u003e for a straightforward EV charger circuit. Choose \u003cstrong\u003eMain Switch + RCBO + SPD\u003c\/strong\u003e if you also want a 100A main switch to isolate the whole board in one operation, which makes testing and maintenance simpler.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes this include PEN fault detection?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003eNo. This board provides RCBO and surge protection only. For a PME supply, you also need PEN fault detection — either a separate module or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pen-fault-detection-with-surge-protection\"\u003ecombined PEN fault + surge unit\u003c\/a\u003e which includes all three functions in one enclosure.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat type and rating of RCBO is included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003eA 40 A Type A RCBO with C curve. Type A detects AC and pulsating DC earth leakage, with 6mA DC protection. The twin-handle design shows the cause of a trip: if only the black handle trips, it indicates overload or short circuit; if both the black and white handles trip, it indicates a residual current fault.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do I know when the surge protection needs replacing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003eThe Type 2 SPD has a visual indicator. Green means good, red means replace the module.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this suitable for a domestic installation?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-body\"\u003eYes. This unit is designed primarily for domestic single-phase EV charger installs, and the metal IP65 enclosure suits outdoor and garage locations. It can also be used on light commercial installs with a single-phase supply. For 3-phase or commercial multi-charger applications, see our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/3-phase-wced\"\u003e3-phase range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated products and resources\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"eh-links\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pen-fault-detection-with-surge-protection\"\u003ePEN Fault + Surge (All-in-One)\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fitted-consumer-unit-rcbo-surge-protection\"\u003eIP65 Plastic RCBO + Surge Unit\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/product-finder\"\u003eProduct Finder\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/pme-faqs\"\u003ePME FAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"eh-badge\"\u003eSingle-Phase\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"eh-badge\"\u003ePre-Wired\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"eh-badge\"\u003eIP65 Metal\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"eh-badge\"\u003e40A C Curve RCBO\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"eh-badge\"\u003e100A Main Switch Option\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"eh-badge\"\u003eType 2 Surge\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"eh-badge\"\u003eBS 7671 Compliant\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"eh-badge\"\u003eDomestic EV\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"eh-badge\"\u003eUK Stock\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WCED","offers":[{"title":"32A \/ Yes","offer_id":62815575900547,"sku":"WMIP\/MS32CSP","price":49.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"32A \/ No","offer_id":62815595135363,"sku":"WMIP32CSP","price":47.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"40A \/ Yes","offer_id":62815575933315,"sku":"WMIP\/MS40CSP","price":49.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"40A \/ No","offer_id":62815595168131,"sku":"WMIP40CSP","price":47.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/7545\/files\/WMIP40CSP-scaled-450x675.png?v=1791878574","url":"https:\/\/ecoharmony.co.uk\/products\/ip65-metal-ev-consumer-unit-rcbo-mcb-surge-protection","provider":"EcoHarmony","version":"1.0","type":"link"}