RCD Testing for RCBO with Fluke 1653

[Paul Willoughby]

Evening

I am about to install a Consumer Unit with all RCBO'S, I just checked my standard fluke test leads which aren't thin enough to test the RCBO at the Board.
Obviously this is not a problem for sockets or cooker as it has socket as well so can use plug test leads, but i will still need to test lights and water heater and would prefer to test at the board, as using this job to be checked for my part P assessment.

I assume Fluke do a thinner set of test leads for testing RCBO's anyone got any of these? and if so have a part number or know where I can get some from, assessment in 2 weeks.

cheers

Paul

 

[trev]

I got a set for my Metrel from RS Components for exactly this situation.

 

[Geordie Spark]

Crock clips with straightened out paper clips clamped in them.

Sod GS38.

 

[markc123]

the gs38 decision to shortern lead ends to 4mm is ridiculous. I've got some of the newer ones and can't say they've been used much, the connection is terrible.

 

[HandySparks]

Not fused, but these do the job, attached to the end of some suitable leads: Fluke TP80. Buy online or call Alternatively, if you're feeling gung-ho, clip your leads to the blades of a pair of un-insulated screwdrivers.

 

[Marvo]

....Alternatively, if you're feeling gung-ho, clip your leads to the blades of a pair of un-insulated screwdrivers.

That's exactly what I'd do but I though I'd keep quiet and not encourage bad habits especially on his assessment

 

[Geordie Spark]

That's exactly what I'd do but I though I'd keep quiet and not encourage bad habits especially on his assessment

Some folk have no sense of adventure.

 

[Richard Burns]

If the fluke has standard 4mm shrouded probes then buy some shrouded needle probes that can plug into the test leads.
I think these are male fitting ones but you may find others out there if you need female fitting.