Where Is Rcd Protection Required?

Additional protection by RCD is a requirement for low voltage cables concealed in a wall at a depth less than 50 mm from the surface of a wall or partition, or concealed at any depth in a partition the internal construction of which contains metallic parts.

What circuits need an RCD?

In future, all final sub-circuits in residential dwellings must be RCD protected. No exceptions. For non-residential, final sub-circuits up to 32A capacity supplying socket outlets must be 30mA RCD protected. Hard-wired equipment circuits of this capacity should be.

Do all circuits need RCD protection 18th edition?

Requirements for RCD protection

With the exception of FELV and RLV sockets, all AC sockets that are rated up to 32A will require RCD protection, as opposed to just 20A. This is a life-saving regulation designed to prevent any electrical shocks to the installer working with live AC socket outlets.