INSTALASI RUMAH PILIH ELCB ATAU RCBO ???

Summary

This video explains the key differences between LCD (Leakage Circuit Breaker) and RCBO (Residual Current Breaker with Overcurrent protection) and offers guidance on which to choose based on the electrical load of a house. LCD is ideal for homes with lower power capacities, offering leakage protection and fire safety. In contrast, RCBO is recommended for higher power capacities, providing comprehensive protection including overload, short-circuit, and electric shock prevention. The video emphasizes selecting the right device to balance protection and cost-efficiency for different household power needs.

Takeaways

• 😀 ELCB (Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker) only provides protection for leakage current and does not include protection for overload or short circuits.
• 😀 RCBO (Residual Current Breaker with Overload protection) provides comprehensive protection, including overload, short circuit, and leakage current, making it more complete than ELCB.
• 😀 The price of an RCBO is higher than that of an ELCB due to its additional protection features.
• 😀 It is important to choose the appropriate protection device based on your home's power load and budget.
• 😀 For households with power usage between 450VA and 2200VA, an ELCB is recommended for protection against leakage current only.
• 😀 For households with power usage between 3500VA and 4400VA or higher, an RCBO is more suitable as it offers comprehensive protection.
• 😀 Using an RCBO with a rating too high (e.g., 6A) for a low-load home can result in unnecessary costs, as the full protection features won't be utilized.
• 😀 If your home has a power load between 450VA and 2200VA, a 6A or 10A ELCB will suffice for leakage current protection.
• 😀 For homes with power loads of 3500VA and above, it is recommended to use both an ELCB and an RCBO for complete protection against leakage, overload, short circuit, and electric shock.
• 😀 A combination of ELCB and RCBO is suggested for homes with higher power loads (3500VA and above), where the ELCB provides fire protection (300mA) and the RCBO provides protection against electric shock and other risks.

Q & A

What is the main difference between an LCD (ELCB) and an RCBO?

An LCD (Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker) primarily protects against leakage currents, while an RCBO provides more comprehensive protection, including overload, short-circuit protection, leakage protection, and safety against electric shocks.

What are the key protective features of an ELCB?

The key protective features of an ELCB are leakage current protection and fire protection (300mA), with sensitivity set at 30mA for leakage protection.

What additional protections does an RCBO offer compared to an ELCB?

An RCBO offers overload protection, short-circuit protection, leakage protection, and additional protection against electric shocks, making it a more comprehensive safety device compared to an ELCB.

Why would someone choose an ELCB over an RCBO for their home?

An ELCB is a more cost-effective solution for smaller homes with power loads of 450 VA to 2200 VA, as it is designed to protect only against leakage currents.

For homes with power loads above 3500 VA, what is the recommended choice?

For homes with power loads of 3500 VA to 4400 VA or higher, it is recommended to use an RCBO, as it provides additional protection against overload, short circuits, and electric shocks.

What is the sensitivity of an ELCB for leakage current protection?

The sensitivity of an ELCB for leakage current protection is set at 30mA.

What is the sensitivity of an ELCB for fire protection?

The sensitivity of an ELCB for fire protection is set at 300mA.

How does the power load affect the choice between an ELCB and an RCBO?

For lower power loads (450 VA to 2200 VA), an ELCB is sufficient for leakage protection, while for higher power loads (3500 VA to 4400 VA and above), an RCBO is recommended for more complete protection, including overload and short-circuit protection.

What is the cost consideration when choosing between an ELCB and an RCBO?

An ELCB is generally less expensive than an RCBO, making it a more economical choice for homes with smaller power requirements, while an RCBO, although more costly, offers more comprehensive protection for larger homes.

What should be done for homes with multiple power groups or higher power needs?

For homes with higher power needs or multiple power groups (such as 3500 VA or higher), it is recommended to install both an ELCB for fire protection and an RCBO for full protection against overload, short circuits, and leakage.