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Leakage risk
Personal, equipment or upstream protection
Residual Current Devices (RCD / RCBO)
Product detail
Product snapshot
Residual Current Devices (RCD / RCBO)
RCD and RCBO earth-leakage protection for personal safety, wet areas and final distribution.
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Device type
RCCB, RCD or RCBO arrangement
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Sensitivity
10mA, 30mA, 100mA or 300mA coordination
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Neutral split
Correct neutral bar and test access layout
Sensitivity
10mA, 30mA, 100mA and 300mA coordination
Device type
Type A, Type F and Type B leakage behaviour review
Applications
People protection, equipment protection and retrofit RCBOs
Board design
Neutral separation, selectivity and test access
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Residual-current protection for personal safety, socket circuits, wet areas, tenant distribution, final DBs and equipment feeders requiring earth-leakage disconnection.
Nairobi Power Engineers designs and manufactures the assembly around site duty, prospective fault level, installation access, service continuity, cable entry and maintainability. The supply can be configured with ABB, Schneider Electric or CHINT equipment according to duty, lead time and lifecycle support.
RCD and RCBO selections are documented with earthing system, sensitivity, type, neutral separation, upstream/downstream selectivity and routine test access.
- RCCB, RCD and RCBO protection for single-phase and three-phase final distribution
- 10mA, 30mA, 100mA and 300mA sensitivity coordination for people, equipment and upstream selectivity
- Type A, Type F and Type B review for general loads, inverter-connected loads and complex electronic equipment
- Retrofit MCB-to-RCBO upgrades for safer final boards without major enclosure changes
- Earthing system, circuit type, touch-risk area and nuisance-trip assessment
- Sensitivity, selectivity, time-delay and upstream/downstream coordination
- Load type review for DC leakage, inverter loads and electronic equipment
- Board layout, neutral separation, testing access and circuit labelling
OEM selection basis
ABB, Schneider Electric and CHINT fit where they genuinely belong.
- ABB residual-current devices for premium DB and machinery protection.
- Schneider Acti9 residual-current protection for commercial and residential boards.
- CHINT RCCB/RCBO options for cost-effective final distribution.
- NPE selection basis: residual-current ranges include Type A through F/B options with sensitivities from 10mA to 300mA for final circuits and equipment protection.
Technical detail library
Product Range & Target Markets, Switchboard Features and Options:
Residual-current rows only: RCCB, RCD and RCBO protection, Type A/F/B device review, leakage sensitivity and final-board coordination. Open the cards for ratings, source basis, build options and direct contact links.
Engineering Calculator
Instant Technical Sizing
Enter parameters for real-time IEC/KPLC-standard sizing. Results update dynamically.
Sizing results
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* For reference only. NPE engineering verifies configurations prior to build.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in Residual Current Devices (RCD / RCBO)?
Our Residual Current Devices (RCD / RCBO) solutions are custom-engineered and assembled locally at our Baricho Road workshop in Nairobi. A standard build includes high-quality modular enclosures, premium copper busbars (rated for local environmental conditions), type-tested circuit breakers or control elements from trusted global partners (ABB, Schneider Electric and CHINT), and comprehensive routine test certifications before delivery.
Which standards and ratings should be confirmed?
All assemblies comply with KEBS and EPRA regulations. You should confirm the required operational voltage (typically 415V three-phase or 240V single-phase in Kenya), rated current, prospective fault levels (e.g., 35kA or 50kA as per KPLC system requirements), form of separation (up to Form 4b), IP rating (IP31 indoor / IP54 for dust-heavy sites), and cable entry orientation (top or bottom entry).
How does NPE choose the product architecture?
NPE starts with the single-line diagram, load schedule and operating sequence, then selects the circuit protection path, device families, enclosure format, controls and testing requirements.
What information does NPE need to quote Residual Current Devices (RCD / RCBO)?
Send the single-line diagram, load schedule, incoming supply details, fault level if known, preferred OEM brand, cable entry direction, installation environment and delivery location.
Can NPE supply ABB, Schneider Electric and CHINT options?
Yes. NPE can quote ABB, Schneider Electric, CHINT or a mixed-OEM architecture according to rating, availability, monitoring requirement, lifecycle support and budget.
Can the system include monitoring and remote signals?
Yes. Metering, alarms, Modbus, Ethernet, BMS contacts, SCADA points and commissioning checks can be included where the selected product family supports them.
Product enquiry
Do you have a Residual Current Devices (RCD / RCBO) enquiry? Get in touch...
Use the calculators for a first-pass engineering check, then send us the SLD and load schedule for a project-ready selection.
24/7 Emergency Support
Electrical service you can count on
When residual current devices equipment fails, you need fast, reliable help from experienced engineers. We offer around-the-clock emergency support across Nairobi and East Africa — keeping your plant safe and powered, day or night. Whether it is an urgent breakdown or a scheduled repair, our team is ready to respond whenever you need us.
Cost and Estimates
Residual Current Device costs vary significantly depending on several key factors. Here is what you need to know to make informed decisions and avoid unexpected expenses.
What Affects the Cost?
The price of a Residual Current Device package depends on the load schedule, fault level, enclosure form and IP rating, plus the OEM equipment you specify. Site conditions and delivery timelines also move the number.
Get a Detailed Estimate
Our engineers issue itemised quotations covering equipment, assembly, factory testing and delivery — no hidden fees. You know exactly what to expect before any work begins.
Smart Maintenance
Scheduled inspection, thermographic surveys and torque checks catch small issues early, helping you avoid major repairs. Planned maintenance extends system life and protects uptime.
Fast, Reliable Response
Whether it is a scheduled upgrade or an urgent call, our Nairobi workshop at Baricho Road responds quickly and gets the job done right — minimising downtime and keeping you safe.
When in doubt, put safety first
If you are ever unsure or feel unsafe around an energised assembly, do not take chances — call a licensed engineer. Safety always comes first. Feel free to contact us or give us a call.
+254 0737-944-014How to stay safe during an electrical emergency
Overheating or Burning Smell
Isolate the supply if it is safe to do so, keep people clear of the panel and call us immediately. A burning smell around an enclosure usually indicates a loose termination or an overloaded circuit and must never be left running.
Nuisance Tripping
Repeated tripping is a symptom, not the fault. It usually points to overload, an earth leakage path or a device sized incorrectly for the duty. We test the circuit, verify discrimination and correct the root cause rather than resetting the device.
Safe Isolation and Access
Only competent, authorised personnel should open a live assembly. Follow lock-off and permit-to-work procedures, and use the correct PPE and rated test equipment for the fault level of the installation.
Routine Inspection Intervals
We recommend periodic inspection and testing in line with the KS/IEC regime for your installation category, with thermographic scanning on critical boards. We can hold the schedule for you and report against it.