Product Description
RCD Circuit Breaker hire maintains electrical safety at any event. This 13A plug-in Residual Current Device (RCD) provides crucial protection against electric shock for everyone at your venue. It acts as a rapid safety cut-out, tripping the circuit within milliseconds of detecting a dangerous electrical fault. This swift response manages power for your critical equipment. It protects catering appliances, lighting rigs, audio systems, and temporary office setups in non-permanent or outdoor environments.
Event organisers have a legal and moral duty for electrical safety. Temporary power installations at events carry inherent risks. Factors like weather exposure, frequent setup and dismantling, and the use of various electrical appliances by different users can increase the potential for faults. An RCD Circuit Breaker monitors the electrical current flow. It detects small imbalances that indicate a potential fault or leakage to earth. An imbalance cuts the power. This prevents serious injury or fatalities from electric shock.
You integrate this portable 13A RCD into your event's power system. Plug it in between your power source and the equipment you need to protect. Its compact design makes it easy to position where needed, offering peace of mind without complex installation. You use this device for a single catering unit or a section of a larger event. This device provides a vital layer of protection that standard circuit breakers might miss.
Applications for Your Event
- Outdoor Festival Catering: Connect refrigeration units, cooking appliances, and food warming equipment with confidence, knowing your staff and guests are protected.
- Marquee & Temporary Structures: Safeguard lighting, heating, and sound systems within marquees, exhibition stands, and pop-up shops.
- Construction & Site Power: Use for temporary power distribution on event build-up sites, protecting tools and personnel.
- Audio Visual Setups: Protect sensitive sound desks, projectors, and screens from power surges and earth faults.
- Market Stalls & Retail Kiosks: Operate tills, lighting, and small appliances in temporary retail environments.
- Private Parties & Weddings: Add an essential safety measure for hired electrical equipment at private functions. This is important when children are present.
At Expo Hire, we understand the importance of reliable and safe event equipment. Expo Hire tests and maintains RCD Circuit Breakers. They meet stringent safety standards, giving you confidence in your event's electrical setup. Use our straightforward online booking process. Secure the safety equipment you need. Focus on creating a memorable event. You manage your electrical safety.
Product Specifications
- SKU
- kn-saf-rcd
- Product Name
- RCD Circuit Breaker
- Price (per unit, per day)
- £1.50
- Current Rating
- 13A
- Connection Type
- Plug-in
- Tripping Speed
- Milliseconds
- 13A rated for standard electrical supply.
- Plug-in design for quick and easy setup.
- Trips in milliseconds for rapid fault protection.
- Essential safety cut-out device for preventing electric shock.
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FAQs
- What is the price including VAT?
This item is subject to 20% VAT and therefore you will pay £1.80 each for a standard 3 day hire at checkout.
As primarily a business-to-business supplier we advertise our prices ex-VAT as most businesses will be able to reclaim the VAT amount.
- Do you offer discounts for if the item is hired for less than 3 Days?
No. We recommend a minimum hire period of 3 days to provide enough time for set-up and break-down of your event, and to make sure that problems such as traffic or adverse weather conditions do not impact on your event. If you want to hire for a shorter period than this then we cannot offer a discount.
- Do you offer discounts for Long Term Hire?
Yes, after the standard hire perion of 3 Days you will be charged £0.30 per extra day up to day 7, £0.23 per extra day up to day 28 and £0.15 per extra day after that.
| Days Hire | Cost (ex-VAT) |
|---|
| 1 | £1.50 |
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| 2 | £1.50 |
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| 3 | £1.50 |
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| 5 | £2.10 |
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| 7 | £2.70 |
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| 14 | £4.28 |
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| 21 | £5.85 |
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| 35 | £8.48 |
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- How much security deposit do you charge?
Nothing! Unlike most of our competitors, rather than charging a large deposit, we provide a FREE 'minor deposit waiver' scheme to cover minor damage and loss. Excessive or negligent damage and loss will be invoiced at 10 times the standard hire price of the relevant items. Please read our terms and conditions for full details.
- How much do you charge for delivery?
There is a minimum charge of £40.00 for a distance up to 10 miles each way.
After that we charge £1.00 per mile each way and an additional £40.00 for each journey on a weekend or bank holiday.
We calculate the distance using driving directions from our local base to your event postcode, so it is important that you provide the correct delivery address at checkout.
You can use our Carriage Calculator to get a full quote.
- Can I choose a specified Time Slot?
We make deliveries anytime between 8am and 8pm, however we can offer early (8am - 1pm) or late (12 noon - 6pm) slots for an additional cost calculated at checkout.
We can not guarantee more specific times unless you pay for a dedicated driver. This is individually priced on request and are subject to availability.
- Can I collect from you warehouse rather than pay for delivery?
No. To ensure that your products arrive safely and correctly we offer a delivery and collection service only.
- Do you have a showroom where I can view the products before ordering?
No. As we are an online-only you can view all of our products on our website. To keep our prices as low as posssible our warehouses are not open to the public.
