WIRING A GARAGE CONSUMER UNIT – HOW TO – A simple step by step guide

At LearnElectrics we are sometimes asked about the wiring connections inside a garage consumer unit or mini consumer unit as they are sometimes called.

In this video we will look at just how this is done and provide the information in easy to follow step by step drawings of each stage so that a fuller and more interesting understanding is achieved.

These small consumer units are very versatile and their uses are almost limitless. If installed correctly they can be beneficial to any installation where a small, localised, and self-contained installation is required with local isolation of a particular part of a building.

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This video is provided for guidance only. Every electrical situation is different, please check and ensure that you are applying this learning information to your own individual circumstances correctly and safely. If in doubt, stop and seek competent advice.

[frank]

Just watched this for a second time, the clarity of these lectures is outstanding. So unlike my present lecturer who keeps going back and forth verbally and breaking off to tell stories.

I can tell these lectures are planned in advance, the clarity and delivery of salient points is so helpful. Thank you once again.👍

[neilphilip]

Complete clarity! Just enabled me to fix a tripping RCD in my out building. Many thanks!

[ramonrocha]

Good vídeo explained well.. I normally fit an RCBO at the main house consumer unit and mcbs on main side on the Shed CU, or I put an MCB on the Main side on the Main House and RCD on the Shed to avoid unnecessary tripping on the Main house. Also it's worth mention the regs regarding not bringing the earth back to the house and fitting a Rod at the shed and taking the earth from there.

[Matthew-hflu]

Fantastically informative and without unnecessary filler. Much appreciated!

[jonathanhoward]

Very clear, very precise and very easy on the ear. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[steverichards]

Thank you very much for this very useful video which helped me fault-find an issue and all is working now

[geraldfahey]

Hi well done enjoyed watching this video made it clear and simple just finished watching somebody else trying to do what you have done he needs to give up thank you

[sil]

This is a fantastic video. You know how to teach to the point. Love it

[Qq-x]

Excellent tutorial - clear, consice instructions & simple diagrams.
Many thanks

[frank]

This is the clearest, best, video I have seen by far.👍

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[lh]

Another great video. I've recommended this channel to a group of training sparks. One of, if not the best I've found for information and Clarity.

[saleemnasirkhan]

Hello dear you always teaching electric most easy I enjoy learning a lot from your videos. Thanks

[monsieurconnor]

Amazing and to the point. Exact information you need for the job. Managed to hook up my consumer unit first try 💡

[mwitaweisiko]

Since I discovered this channel, I always look forward to the next video. The video was quite informative. Thanks ❤.

[munafmufc]

It's helped in a very big way. Thank you🙏 so much. Please keep uploading more helpful spark videos 👍

[Sergey]

I would like to say a massive thank you for all of your time for creating ALL of your videos.
Could you please explain, the second graf at the end of the video?

This work would be notifiable under Part P of the Building regulations in domestic properties.
Best regards.

[bobnboo]

Excellent and informative walkthrough and procedure

[sajad]

Like always a high quality tutorial, thank you. I have a general question about MCBs. Consider two MCBs in series. Type B 10A and type C 32A, the short circuit current is 400A. Can we say 10A MCB trips sooner or the answer is not clear? As you know the answer is important for selectivity.

[adamjames]

This is just the video I needed. Thank you