New Safety Switch Protects Homes from Electrical Hazards

 JCB2LE-40M circuit breakers combine earth leakage and overload protection in a compact, versatile module. Ideal for modern homes and buildings, they enhance safety with top or bottom wiring options and reliable performance.

A new standard in electrical safety has arrived for homeowners and electricians. The JCB2LE-40M 1P+N mini RCBO (Residual Current Circuit Breaker with Overload Protection) is a compact, all-in-one safety device designed to make installations safer and more efficient.

This single-module unit is a significant upgrade, integrating three crucial protective functions into one space-saving design. It provides robust defense against short circuits, which can cause fires, and overloads, which can damage wiring and appliances. Most importantly, it offers earth leakage protection, instantly cutting power if it detects a potentially fatal current flow to earth, such as through a person.

Available with a sensitive 30mA trip for personal protection or a 100mA option for fire prevention, the device ensures tailored safety for any circuit. Its 6kA breaking capacity means it can reliably interrupt even very high fault currents. With a wide range of rated currents, from 6A to 40A, it can be specified for everything from lighting circuits to power outlets.

A key feature for installers is the flexibility of top or bottom connection, simplifying the wiring process in often-cramped consumer units. The unit also switches both the live and neutral wires, ensuring complete circuit isolation for safer maintenance and troubleshooting. This dual-pole switching is a major time-saver, significantly reducing the time required for mandatory commissioning tests.

Compliant with international safety standards IEC 61009-1 and EN61009-1, the JCB2LE-40M is suitable for a wide array of applications. Its versatility makes it a perfect fit for modern residential houses, apartment complexes, commercial buildings, and light industrial sites. By consolidating protection into a single, 18mm module, it not only enhances safety but also allows for more compact and organized electrical distribution boards.

This innovation represents a practical step forward, offering peace of mind through simpler, more reliable, and comprehensive electrical protection for everyday spaces.