Residual current device (RCD)
[ Last Updated 27 June 2007 ]
Prior to being offered for sale in New Zealand, Residual Current Devices within the following definition must be
- Covered by a Supplier Declaration of compliance.
Definition
An electrical device which—
(a) isolates or initiates a tripping signal to isolate a low voltage supply to protected circuits, socket-outlets or equipment in the event of a current flow to earth which exceeds a predetermined level;
(b) may be fixed or portable;
(c) has a rated residual current not exceeding 300 mA for devices intended for connection to fixed wiring or 30 mA for other devices; and
(d) has a rated load current not exceeding 125 A for devices intended for connection to fixed wiring or 20 A for other devices;
but does not include—
(e) a device intended to be used with a particular circuit breaker other than a miniature overcurrent circuit-breaker; or
(f) a device intended to protect an electricity supply authority distribution system; or
(g) a device covered by AS 2081 and intended for mines use.
Applicable Compliance Standard
Switchboard or socket outlet type
AS 3190 (No IEC equivalent ) or
AS/NZS 61008.1:2004 IEC Ed 2.1 2002 MOD
or AS/NZS 61009.1:2004 IEC Ed 2.1 2003
Portable Type
AS 3190 (No IEC equivalent )
Type FS only
Note: Type A performance required for installation Rules
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