{"product_id":"live-electrical-lsmc8m-sp-8-way-metal-100a-main-switch-dp-spd-consumer-unit-5-useable-ways","title":"Live Electrical LSMC8M-SP 8-Way Metal 100A Main Switch DP SPD Consumer Unit (5 Useable Ways)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"1729\" data-start=\"1507\"\u003eLive Electrical consumer unit with SPD for UK domestic installations. This 8 module metal unit provides \u003cstrong data-end=\"1628\" data-start=\"1611\"\u003e5 usable ways\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1659\" data-start=\"1632\"\u003eDP 100\/125A main switch\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-end=\"1700\" data-start=\"1665\"\u003eType 2 20\/40kA surge protection\u003c\/strong\u003e for reliable circuit safety.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003eLive Electrical LSMC8M-SP 8 Module Metal Consumer Unit with SPD – 5 Usable Ways\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2107\" data-start=\"1780\"\u003eThis Live Electrical consumer unit is built for safe electrical distribution in UK homes. The metal enclosure supports fire safety, while the Type 2 SPD helps protect circuits and appliances from voltage surges. With 5 usable ways in an 8 module format, it’s ideal for domestic upgrades, extensions, and rewires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2166\" data-start=\"2109\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2127\" data-start=\"2109\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e (from competitor\/manufacturer style)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2544\" data-start=\"2167\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2175\" data-start=\"2167\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2175\" data-start=\"2169\"\u003eIP40\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2199\" data-start=\"2176\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2199\" data-start=\"2178\"\u003eTail gland included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2241\" data-start=\"2200\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2241\" data-start=\"2202\"\u003eSupplied with DP 100\/125A main switch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2292\" data-start=\"2242\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2292\" data-start=\"2244\"\u003eSupplied with single module SPD 20\/40kA Type 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2337\" data-start=\"2293\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2337\" data-start=\"2295\"\u003eMultiple circular cable entry knock-outs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2375\" data-start=\"2338\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2375\" data-start=\"2340\"\u003eLarge and accessible wiring space\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2392\" data-start=\"2376\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2392\" data-start=\"2378\"\u003eLockable lid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2454\" data-start=\"2393\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2454\" data-start=\"2395\"\u003eMain switch terminal capacity: 100A = 35mm², 125A = 50mm²\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2544\" data-start=\"2455\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2544\" data-start=\"2457\"\u003eDimensions: \u003cstrong data-end=\"2506\" data-start=\"2469\"\u003e208mm (W) × 270mm (H) × 110mm (D)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2549\" data-start=\"2546\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2579\" data-start=\"2551\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2732\" data-start=\"2580\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2644\" data-start=\"2580\"\u003eQ: Why is it called an 8 module unit but only 5 usable ways?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2647\" data-start=\"2644\"\u003eA: The main switch and SPD take module space, leaving \u003cstrong data-end=\"2718\" data-start=\"2701\"\u003e5 usable ways\u003c\/strong\u003e for breakers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2878\" data-start=\"2734\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2777\" data-start=\"2734\"\u003eQ: What does SPD do in a consumer unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2780\" data-start=\"2777\"\u003eA: The Type 2 SPD helps protect electrical circuits and appliances from voltage surges and spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3039\" data-start=\"2880\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2931\" data-start=\"2880\"\u003eQ: Is this a UK consumer unit for domestic use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2934\" data-start=\"2931\"\u003eA: Yes, it’s designed for \u003cstrong data-end=\"2989\" data-start=\"2960\"\u003eUK domestic consumer unit\u003c\/strong\u003e installations like houses, flats, and extensions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3214\" data-start=\"3041\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3085\" data-start=\"3041\"\u003eQ: Does it come with breakers installed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3088\" data-start=\"3085\"\u003eA: No, it is supplied as a consumer unit enclosure with main switch and SPD—breakers are chosen and fitted by the electrician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3360\" data-start=\"3216\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3256\" data-start=\"3216\"\u003eQ: Why choose a metal consumer unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3259\" data-start=\"3256\"\u003eA: Metal enclosures support improved fire safety and are commonly preferred for modern installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3493\" data-start=\"3362\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3407\" data-start=\"3362\"\u003eQ: Who should install this consumer unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3410\" data-start=\"3407\"\u003eA: A qualified electrician should install and certify it for safety and compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SSM ELECTRIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56989569679742,"sku":"LSMC8M-SP","price":42.94,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/3832\/4350\/files\/Live_Electrical_LSMC8M-SP_consumer_unit_with_SPD_5_usable_ways_UK_LSMC8M-SP_LSMC8M-SP.webp?v=1772136241","url":"https:\/\/ssmelectric.co.uk\/products\/live-electrical-lsmc8m-sp-8-way-metal-100a-main-switch-dp-spd-consumer-unit-5-useable-ways","provider":"SSM ELECTRIC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}