{"product_id":"16a-mcb-type-b-single-pole-circuit-breaker-6ka-single-module-for-residential-and-light-commercial","title":"16A MCB Type B Single Pole Circuit Breaker 6kA Single Module for Residential and Light Commercial","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 16A MCB Type B Single Pole 6kA Single Module is a compact circuit breaker designed for reliable overcurrent protection in residential and light commercial wiring. It provides fast, predictable protection in a standard 1-module space, making panel upgrades straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCurrent Rating\u003c\/b\u003e: 16A nominal current, suitable for general lighting and small appliance circuits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTrip Curve\u003c\/b\u003e: Type B magnetic trip characteristic, designed to respond quickly to moderate overloads (typically 3–5x the rated current) for prompt fault clearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBreaking Capacity\u003c\/b\u003e: 6kA breaking capacity (Icn), ensuring safe interruption of faults at typical distribution voltages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePole Configuration\u003c\/b\u003e: Single Pole design for single-phase circuit protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eModule Width\u003c\/b\u003e: Single Module width, allowing easy placement in standard distribution boards and space-efficient panel layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eApplications\u003c\/b\u003e: Ideal for protecting domestic lighting, outlets, and small-power circuits within residential or light commercial panels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis MCB helps reduce risk by quickly interrupting fault currents, protecting wires from overheating and preventing damage to connected devices. Its Type B curve is well-suited for everyday electrical loads where short surges can occur, providing reliable protection without excessive nuisance tripping. The 6kA capacity offers a robust safety margin for typical home and small-office electrical systems, while the compact 1-module form supports clean, organized panel design and easy replacements when upgrading or expanding circuits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wylex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53423103607111,"sku":"NHXLB16","price":3.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/1156\/5895\/files\/b8e55947-0003878_16a-mcb-type-b-single-pole-6ka-single-module_550.jpg?v=1772219139","url":"https:\/\/electricallighting.co.uk\/products\/16a-mcb-type-b-single-pole-circuit-breaker-6ka-single-module-for-residential-and-light-commercial","provider":"Electrical Lighting ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}