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AN OVERVIEW OF ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS Introduction to the installations world

he world of electrical installations knowledge of the wiring suited to your specific Tis not always straightforward. regulations and standards requirements in terms of Working on an international project which are applicable in electrical installations and electrical engineers are often bewildered the specific country. communication networks. by the extensive amount of electrical This document compares Continuous innovation standards and wiring regulations which the basic framework No less than 1 800 determines their decisions. of the standards. people are dedicated Therefore, it is essential full-time to research and Rely on the world’s Detailed knowledge for the design engineer development. On average, leading specialist of the wiring rules to obtain more detailed Legrand invests 5% of its As one of the world The purpose of this information by contacting sales each year in R&D. leading specialists document is to clearly the appropriate standards in wiring accessories, present the most and building regulations Sustainable Legrand actively participate frequently encountered organisations. Development: a priority to the elaboration of the sets of wiring rules, For many years, installation standards showing the main One of the most complete the Legrand Group at international (IEC), technical characteristics offer of the market has drawn strength regional (NEC) and local of each set of installation 130 000 catalogue items! from its values to ensure levels. Thus, the technical and main accessories For you, the wealth profitable, sustainable expertise of the Legrand standards. Obviously, on of the Legrand Group’s and responsible growth people makes it possible any given project, it is catalogue offer is the in its business. to propose installation essential that the design guarantee that you products suitable for each engineer’s work should will find the products specific local market. be based on a detailed and solutions best

COLOUR CODE OF SOLID STRANDED FLEXIBLE CONDUCTORS CONSUMER UNIT CB: Circuit breaker Line MCB: Miniature circuit breaker Neutral RCBO: Residual current operated circuit breaker Earth with integral overcurrent protection

FUSE 500 mA

RCBO 16 A | 30 mA JUNCTION JUNCTION BOX 2 way switch BOX RCBO

Compact fluorescent lamp Socket outlets Arteor By signing up to the Global Compact 16 A JUNCTION BOX CB Switch and socket in 2006, this approach has been

Fluorescent lamp given a wider dimension. The Group’s environmental Switch

LED commitment is centred on 3 guiding 16 A | 30 mA JUNCTION Lamp BOX JUNCTION RCBO BOX Axolute lines: taking on board environmental LED LED lamp management in the running of Socket outlets its industrial sites, reducing Lamp the environmental impact of its Lamp 16 A | 30 mA JUNCTION BOX RCBO products by eco-design, providing Socket outlets environmentally friendly solutions Switch Céliane that contribute to energy savings. Shaver socket 02 Standard for low voltage installations 04 Overview of standards for socket outlets worldwide 06 IEC | British standard 06 Residential wiring diagram 08 Overview of the installation and related wiring accessories standard 10 Consumer units & Din-Rail equipment by Legrand Group 12 Wiring accessories by Legrand Group 14 IEC | German standard 14 Residential wiring diagram 16 Overview of the installation and related wiring accessories standard 18 Consumer units & Din-Rail equipment by Legrand Group 20 Wiring accessories by Legrand Group 22 IEC | French standard 22 Residential wiring diagram 24 Overview of the installation and related wiring accessories standard 26 Consumer units & Din-Rail equipment by Legrand Group 28 Wiring accessories by Legrand Group 30 IEC | Italian standard 30 Residential wiring diagram 32 Consumer units, Din-Rail equipment & wiring accessories by Legrand Group 34 IEC | Brazilian standard 34 Residential wiring diagram 36 Overview of the installation and related wiring accessories standard 38 Consumer units & Din-Rail equipment by Legrand Group 40 Wiring accessories by Legrand Group 42 IEC | Chinese standard 42 Residential wiring diagram 44 Wiring accessories by Legrand Group 46 Other IEC based installation rules 48 NEC | American standard 48 Residential wiring diagram 50 Overview of the installation and related wiring accessories standard 52 Consumer units & Din-Rail equipment by Legrand Group 54 Wiring accessories by Legrand Group 56 Energy distribution 58 Putting a stop to energy waste 60 From technical rooms to workstations 62 Residential multimedia networks 64 Home automation for everyone 66 Home automation “Prestige” 68 Complete solutions for other projects 70 Electrical symbols in the world 02

Standard for low voltage installations Type of standards (IEC/NEC) for low voltage electrical installations.

IEC NEC This map is for guidance only, Legrand as a company cannot be held responsible IEC and NEC or liable for errors nor for changes that occur constantly with local standards.

Overview of standards for socket outlets worldwide The map gives an overview of which local standard a country belongs to.

GERMAN FRENCH AMERICAN BRITISH AUSTRALIAN OTHERS 1 Brazilian 2 Danish 3 European plug 4 Israeli 5 Italian 6 Euro-US 7 Chinese This map is for guidance only, Legrand as a company cannot be held responsible 8 Indian or liable for errors nor for changes that occur constantly with local standards.

A Afghanistan Benin Colombia Albania Bhutan Congo (Democratic Republic) Algeria Bolivia Costa Rica Andorra Bosnia and Herzegovina Croatia Angola Botswana Cuba Argentina 1 Brazil Cyprus Armenia Brunei Darussalam Czech Republic Australia Bulgaria D Austria Burkina Faso 2 Denmark Azerbaijan Burundi 3 Djibouti B C Dominican Republic Bahamas 6 Cambodia E Bahrain Cameroon Ecuador Bangladesh Canada Egypt Barbados Central African Republic El Salvador Belarus Chad 5 Eritrea Belgium Chile Estonia Belize 7 China 5 Ethiopia 05

F Lithuania Saudi Arabia Fiji Luxembourg Senegal Finland M Seychelles France Macedonia Sierra Leone French Overseas Territories Madagascar Singapore G Malawi Slovakia Malaysia Gabon Slovenia Maldives Gambia 3 Somalia Mali Georgia South Africa Malta Germany Spain Mauritania Ghana Sri Lanka Mauritius Greece Sudan Mexico Grenada Suriname Moldova Guatemala Swaziland Monaco Guyana Sweden 7 Mongolia H Morocco 3 Switzerland Haiti Mozambique Syrian Arab Republic Honduras Myanmar T Hungary N 6 Taiwan I Namibia Tajikistan Iceland Nepal Tanzania (United Republic) 8 India Netherlands 6 Thailand Indonesia New Zealand Togo Iran Nicaragua Tonga Iraq Niger Trinidad and Tobago Ireland Nigeria Tunisia 4 Israel Norway Turkey Ivory Coast O Turkmenistan 5 Italy Oman U J P Uganda Jamaica Pakistan Ukraine Japan Panama 5 United Arab Emirates Jordan Papua New Guinea United Kingdom of Great Britain K Paraguay and Northern Ireland Kazakhstan Peru Kenya United States of America 6 Philippines Uruguay Korea (North and South) Poland Uzbekistan Kuwait Portugal V Kyrgyzstan Q Vanuatu L Qatar 6 Laos R Venezuela Latvia Romania 6 Vietnam Lebanon Russian Federation Y Lesotho Rwanda Yemen Liberia S Z Libyan Arab Jamahiriya Saint Lucia Zambia Liechtenstein Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Zimbabwe 06

CONSUMER UNIT

Consumer unit 45 A | 30 mA IEC | British RCBO standard Typical residential wiring diagram issued from 50 A | 30 mA BS 7671 requirements for electrical installations. RCBO | Consumer units and Din-Rail equipment by Legrand Group 10-11 || Wiring accessories by Legrand Group 12-13

32 A | 30 mA RCBO

20 A | 30 mA RCBO

6 A RCBO

N.B.: Conductors cross section is calculated according to various parameters for each circuit. See regulations for details of alternative options using For more details on countries combinations of RCD and MCB. See maps page 02 to 05 COLOUR CODEOFSOLIDSTRANDEDFLEXIBLECONDUCTORS or Neutral Earth Line Ceiling rose Switch 45 AWall lampholder All-insulated 6 ASwitch Spurunit socket outlets Simple 13A Double 13Asocket outlets RCBO: Residualcurrentoperatedcircuit breaker MCB: Miniaturecircuit breaker with integralovercurrent protection switch 20 AD.P. Wall outlet 45 ACable switch 50 ACeiling Fixed appliance unit Instant shower Cooker (range) Water-heater lampholder All-insulated 07 BRITISH STANDARD 08 IEC I BRITISH STANDARD

Overview of the installation and related wiring accessories standard

t SUPPLY In general, a double pole switch Socket outlets to BS 546 are Since 1 January 1995 nominal vol- controls and isolates the appliance no longer used in domestic tage in UK is 230 V +10% / - 6% a.c. when necessary and the connection installations in the UK but are still at 50 Hz. Earth is normally supplied of the appliance can be made widely used in some other countries. but may be local. either directly to the switch or via a flexible cable outlet. Switches t PLUGS should conform to BS EN 60669 t HOUSE SERVICE CUT-OUT Plugs of domestic appliances and Cooker Control unit to BS 4177. The Electricity Boards protective should conform to BS 1363-1. device, usually a 80 A or a 100 A They contain a fuse link HRC Fuse. It is sealed in a special to BS 1362 of a rating appropriate housing to prevent tampering. to the flexible cord of the appliance (max =13 A). Domestic appliances sold in UK must be fitted with t METER Usually a dual meter for normal

and off-peak energy consumption, 9x4 Ø 8,7 sealed to prevent tampering.

28,6 22 t CONSUMER UNIT 6x4 6x4 Ø It houses the main switch which 7 isolates the total installation and 22 25,4 the individual circuit protection 13A BS1363-1t 15A BS546 devices. The consumer unit should comply with BS EN 60439-3. FLUSH FITTING OF TWO GANG SOCKET a BS 1363-1 plug, further the UK Fixing Circuit protection is normally Height Width plug and socket safety regulations provided by miniature circuit centres require mandatory third party breakers to BS EN 60898 (older 1 gang 75 mm 75 mm 60.5 mm certification of plugs. installation may have fuse 2 gang 75 mm 135 mm 121 mm protection). The consumer unit may t LIGHTING CIRCUITS also contain one or more residual t current devices providing additizo- SOCKET OUTLET CIRCUITS Usually a circuit supplies several nal protection in all or part of the Socket outlets should comply with lighting points in turn. A lighting installation (older installations may BS 1363-2 and are usually of the point usually consists of a ceiling not have RCD protection provided). switched type. They are usually rose in which incoming, outgoing supplied via a ring final circuit and switch connections are made which is a circuit running from and a pendant flexible cord t POWER CIRCUITS the protection device to each outlet supplying an attached lampholder Appliances having heavy current and then returning to the protection or may be a complete luminaire. consumption (cookers, water- device. Permanent connections Light switches should meet heaters, etc.) should each be to a ring final circuit and branches BS EN 60669-1. Dimmers should supplied on a specific circuit off the ring are made via fused meet BS EN 60669-2-1. of the appropriate rating. connection units to BS 1363-4. to BSEN61558-2-5. allowed butshouldconform isolating transformersarealso are allowed,shaversocketswith or shower.Pullcordswitches progressively fromthebath a seriesofdefinedzones protection ismanagedthrough bathroom. TherequiredIngress normally inaccessibleinthe shall besosituatedasto of electricalcontroloradjustment strict. Everyswitchorothermeans The wiringregulationsarevery a 30mARCDprotection). lawn-mowers shouldhave outdoor equipment(e.g.electric outdoors orintendedtosupply Any socketoutletprovided t t BATHROOMS OUTDOORS

of thewateroutlet. zone 1isextendto120cmfromthecentrepoint Note: Forshowerswithoutbasins(egwet-room)

INSTALLATION RULES STEVENAGE, SG12AY UK SIX HILLSWAY, MICHAEL FARADAY HOUSE AND TECHNOLOGY THE INSTITUTIONOFENGINEERING Copies areavailable from: electrical installations(andmanyothertypes). and Technology andBSI,itgoverns alldomestic of Engineering Installations” ispublishedby theInstitution BS 7671,“RequirementsforElectrical 225 cm 225 Zone 0 Zone 1 Zone 2 60 cm for green/yellowcoloured Terminals markedEorare Earth: conductors arecolouredblue. both solidconductorsandflexible coloured insulatedconductors, Terminals markedNareforblue Neutral: conductors arecolouredbrown both solidconductorsandflexible coloured insulatedconductors, Terminals markedLareforbrown Live: marked throughouttheinstallation: The polarityisconservedand in thebathroomisprovided. RCD protectionof accessible metalpartsunless be appliedtosimultaneously supplementary bondingmust rooms withafixedbathorshower, heating radiators.Howeverin metallic itemssuchascentral and wastepipes,sinksother to supplementarybondwater In additionitmaybenecessary earthing terminaloftheinstallation. and connectedtothemain structure, etc.mustbebonded and metallicpartsofthebuilding for example,waterandgaspipes All mainincomingservices, and itscontinuitymustbeproved. (1000 Va.c.betweenconductors) required foralllowvoltagecircuits also besteelconduit)isgenerally A protectiveconductor(whichcould have provisionforearthing. Socket outletstoBS1363-2 for enquiriescovering all Britishstandards. BSI alsomaintainsadatabaseavailable www.bsigroup.com available attheBSIshop ontheirwebsite: the constructionofelectricalequipmentarealso The various Britishstandardsgoverning BS 7671isalsoavailable from BSI, t t POLARITY EARTHING all circuits 6m lse et o 25mmsocketbox 16 mmplasterdepthbox Typically: in appropriateproprietaryboxes. Surface installationsaremade metal flushboxestoBS4662. installed inplasticor(moreoften) Wiring accessoriesmaybe conduits, trunkingandcable. the designandconstructionof Various Britishstandardsgovern these canbeplasticormetal. are runinconduitortrunking, cables. Surfaceinstallations and internalwallvoidstorun Maximum useismadeoffloor 3 corecable(flattwinandearth). flat p.v.c.insulatedandsheathed Most domesticwiringisdonein green oryellowsleevedassuch. conductors areeithercoloured both solidconductorsandflexible insulated earthconductors, t CABLING 09 BRITISH STANDARD 10 IEC I BRITISH STANDARD

Consumer units and Din-Rail equipment by Legrand Group The Legrand range of insulated and metal consumer units offers flexible and easy installation for a wide range of configurations from full Lexic RCBO protection to mixes of Lexic RCBs, MCBs and RCBOs. Ekinoxe consumer units have been designed to provide a new dimension of protection in homes, offices and industries. With a stylish colour, elegant curves and distinctive finish, Ekinoxe blends in perfectly with any interior decor. Legrand Lexic modular circuit breakers offer an extensive range of characteristics and can be used to organise distribution in rows as required, up to 125 A. It is the ideal universal solution for all commercial and residential installations.

t SPECIFIC TO UK MARKET Consumer units

INSULATED DUAL WITH RCD INCOMER INSULATED DUAL RCD SPLIT LOAD METAL DUAL RCD SPLIT LOAD 8 modules unit 16 modules unit 16 modules unit

Din-Rail equipment

ISOLATING RCCB - DX RCBO MCB - DX TIME SWITCH SURGE PROTECTION CONTACTOR SWITCH DEVICE Din-Rail equipment Consumer units t SPECIFIC TOINDIANMARKET 8 ways EKINOXE DBs MCB (see p.46-47forstandardsorganization) ISOLATOR SWITCH 12 ways EKINOXE DBs MCB FORD.C IP 43withacrylicdoor EKINOXE DBs RCBO See page56to57 Power protection 11 BRITISH STANDARD 12 IEC I BRITISH STANDARD

Wiring accessories by Legrand Group

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Arteor by Legrand

TATOO - EDITION 1 GRAPHIC - FORMAL BRUSHED METAL - STAINLESS STEEL WOOD - WENGE STYLE Switch Switch Switch Switch

MIRROR BLACK MIRROR WHITE GALUCHAT SIGNATURE Micropush switch Shutter control Sensitive switch Universal dimmer

Synergy by Legrand Mallia by Legrand

MODERN - SILVER FLAT PLATE - BLACK NICKEL WHITE SILVER Socket Switch Switch Switch Living, Light,LightTech Axolute Switch LIVING -NATIVE Switch LIQUID WHITE Switch WHITE LIMOGES by Bticino by Bticino Switch LIVING -SOLIDRED Switch MATT GOLD Switch RED CHINA Switch LIGHT -SATINGOLD Switch CHERRY WOOD Switch BRUSHED BRONZE Switch LIGHT TECH-ALU Switch SHINY INOXALESSISTEEL Socket BLACK GLASS See page64to67 Home automation 13 BRITISH STANDARD 14

CONSUMER UNIT

FUSE 500 mA

RCBO 16 A | 30 mA IEC | German RCBO standard Typical residential wiring diagram issued from VDE 0100 requirements for electrical installations. 16 A | Consumer units and Din-Rail equipment CB by Legrand Group 18-19 || Wiring accessories by Legrand Group 20-21

16 A | 30 mA

RCBO

16 A | 30 mA RCBO

32 A

MCB

20 A

N.B.: Conductors cross section MCB is calculated according For more details on countries to various parameters for each circuit. See maps page 02 to 05 COLOUR CODEOFSOLIDSTRANDEDFLEXIBLECONDUCTORS JUNCTION JUNCTION JUNCTION JUNCTION BOX BOX BOX BOX Neutral Line Earth LED LED Lamp LED lamp fluorescent lamp Compact Switch Lamp Switch lamp Fluorescent 2 way switch RCBO: Residualcurrentoperatedcircuit breaker MCB: Miniaturecircuit breaker CB: Circuit breaker with integralovercurrent protection Shaver socket JUNCTION JUNCTION BOX BOX Lamp Switch andsocket Socket outlets Socket outlets Socket outlets Water-heater Cooker (range) 15 GERMAN STANDARD 16 IEC I GERMAN STANDARD

Overview of the installation and related wiring accessories standard

t SUPPLY It is not uncommon to find 3 phases t DAMP & OUTDOOR May be single phase (230 V-50 Hz) appliances. Protection rating INSTALLATIONS or - in the majority of cases - and cable size of each circuit are Special rules apply, in particular 3 phases (400 / 230 V-50 Hz). calculated according to the appliance for IP rating of accessories and Max. Tolerance (voltage): + 6% / (min section 1.5 mm2 Cu 16 A). equipment and RCD Protection. -10%. TN- and TT- systems are in use. TT- systems are the most common in domestic installations. t GENERAL CIRCUITS t EARTHING There is usually one meter. These circuits supply both Earthing is local, usually through Facilities are provided with lighting points and socket outlets. a foundation earthing arrangement. a second meter for special The rating of the protective device All metallic services shall be tariffs, etc. is usually 16 A. bonded (gas and water pipe, A fuse isolator unit allows all There is no limitation of the number heating, waste systems, etc.) with phases to be cut-off, isolating of outlets on a circuit. This limit is a 10 mm2. In bathrooms the local the whole domestic installation. calculated according to expected/ equipotential bonding could have probable use of the circuit. Socket a cross sectional area of 4 mm2. outlets are generally of the 2P+E Neutral is re-earthed in the control t DISTRIBUTION BOARD type “German". These plugs are panel. A protective conductor The distribution board usually non polarized. is distributed to all socket outlets. contains pre-fuses (for example All German socket outlets are 3 x 32 A), RCBO 30 mA for house- earthed. In general, the protective hold applications (1 or 3 poles). conductor is distributed throughout t INSTALLATION RULES Transformer(s) as for entry door all circuits. For class II devices The installation must comply systems, MCB (16 A for general < 2.5 A, the Euro-plug is used. with the requirements of VDE 0100 circuits up to 32 A (3 poles) for The wire cross-section of the and the “TAB” (TAB = technische (water) heating systems). Time lag fixed installed cables is normally Anschlussbedingungen = special switches in dwellings. These devi- 1.5mm² (protected by a 16 A Circuit requirements of the energy ces are all mounted on a DIN-Rail. Breaker). supplier, for example EON, RWE, EnBw or Wattenfall). Installations

PE may only be erected by registered t POWER CIRCUITS and qualified electricians. Ø 4.8 mm Single phase up to 3 WA, 7.3 KVA: L+N 3 phases. Electrical appliances having a high power consumption 19 mm (cookers, washing machines, etc.)

are supplied via a specific circuit PE and connected either to 16 A socket-outlet or cable outlet or to 16 A German - plug a specific socket Perilexi or CEE 17. PELV -circuitshastobeinstalled The powersupplyfortheSELV-or or max.60VDC)areallowed. or PELV–devices(max.25VAC for hotwaterproductionandSELV- installed electricalequipment Zone “Bereich1”: and in“Bereich1”. is notallowedin“Bereich0” supply fortheseSELV-circuits 30V DCareallowed.Thepower SELV-devices, max.12VACormax. ment arenotallowed.Onlyspecial Zone “Bereich0”: zones: The roomisdividedintodifferent Special rulesapplytobathrooms. t BATHROOMS INSTALLATION RULES by registeredandqualified electricians. Installations shouldonlybecompleted for exampleEON,RWE,EnBworWattenfall). special requirementsoftheenergysupplier, (TAB =technische Anschlussbedingungen = the requirementsofVDE0100and“TAB” The installationshouldcomplywith Bereich Bereich 0 1 Onlyfixed Electricalequip-

60 cm Bereich 0c 60cm 60 cm 2 and luxuryinstallations. EN50090 iscommoninbig KNX (EIB)ISO/IEC14543, in theDINVDE0100-701). outlets aremandatory(Details (30 mA)protectionforsocket equipotential bondingandRCDs In bathrooms,anadditional are allowed. according toDINEN61558-2-5 are allowed.Onlyshaversockets PELV (max.25VACormax.60VDC) equipment suppliedbySELV-or Zone “Bereich2”: outside “Bereich0”andin1”. www.vde-verlag.de 10625 Berlin,Bismarckstraße 33 VDE-Verlag www.dke.de 60596 Frankfurt, Stresemannallee15 DKE Organisations: t HOMEANDBUILDINGCONTROL Bereich Bereich 0 1 Bereich 2 Only Electrical

225 cm GENERATION & REGENERATIVEPOWER and screw-mountingareused. are fittedinboxes.Claw-mounting VDE standards.Flushaccessories They shallcomplytotheappropriate are equippedwithphotovoltaiccells. buildings. Moreandmoreroofs are commoninlowenergy- directive). Airproofinstallations to theEnEV(energysaving supply ismandatorydue and time-controlledhotwater Single-room heatingcontrol t t ACCESSORIES ENERGYSAVING 17 GERMAN STANDARD 18 IEC I GERMAN STANDARD

Consumer units and Din-Rail equipment by Legrand Group

Surface-mounting or flush-mounting Nedbox is a 63 A low voltage consumer unit for easy and clever cabling. The consumer unit is especially suited to housing and small commercial applications in Central Europe (Germany, Austria, Poland, Sweden, Hungary...). Lexic range is Legrand's insurance of high performance, providing safety, simplicity and freedom of installation. For easier installation in residential applications, Lexic range offers a large choice of functions such as MCBs, RCDs, voltage surge protector, auxiliaries, Stop and Go automatic resetting.

Consumer units

NEDBOX FLUSH-MOUNTING DISTRIBUTION BOARD 2 rows of 12 modules 2 rows of 12 modules Din-Rail equipment RCD -DX RCD -DX RCD -DX PROTECTOR VOLTAGE SURGE MCB -DX-E SWITCH TIME-LAG MCB -DX-E RCD -DX LATCHING RELAY PULSE OPERATED See page56to57 Power protection MCB -DX 19 GERMAN STANDARD 20 IEC I GERMAN STANDARD

Wiring accessories by Legrand Group

The Legrand Group offers the most comprehensive ranges on the market to meet all your requirements. It is constantly adding new functions to make these ranges even better in terms of sustainable development, accessibility and comfort. With an unrivalled choice of shapes and finishes, you can be certain of being able to incorporate these functions stylishly in all your projects. With the Legrand Group you can enhance electrical installations in the eyes of your customers, offering them solutions that meet their requirements for high quality, ease of use and attractive appearance.

Céliane by Legrand

MICA COBALT NICKEL VELVET CORIAN® NOCTURNE Switch Switch Switch Switch

MAHOGANY PORCELAIN KAOLIN GLASS CAMEL LEATHER Switch with lever Touch control switch Silent switch Touch-sensitive switch

Valena by Legrand

WHITE IVORY ALUMINIUM IVORY - TERRA Switch Socket Switch Switch Màtix Living, Light,LightTech Axolute Switch MÀTIX-WHITE Switch LIVING -NATIVE Switch LIQUID WHITE by Bticino by Bticino by Bticino Switch MÀTIX-IVORY Switch LIVING -SOLIDRED Switch SHINY INOXALESSISTEEL Switch MÀTIX-SILVER Switch LIGHT -SATINGOLD Switch RED CHINA Switch MÀTIX-TITANIUM Socket LIGHT TECH-ALU Switch BLACK GLASS See page64to67 Home automation 21 GERMAN STANDARD 22

CONSUMER UNIT

500 mA 15 A/30 A/45 A/60 A

RCBO 40 A | 30 mA IEC | French RCCB standard Typical residential wiring diagram issued from NFC 15-100 requirements for electrical installations. | Consumer units and Din-Rail equipment by Legrand Group 26-27 || Wiring accessories by Legrand Group 28-29 40 A | 30 mA RCCB

63 A | 30 mA RCCB

40 A | 30 mA RCCB

For more details on countries See maps page 02 to 05 COLOUR CODEOFSOLIDSTRANDEDFLEXIBLECONDUCTORS or Neutral Earth Line 10 A 16 A 16 A 20 A 10 A 16 A 20 A 20 A 32 A 20 A 20 A 10 A 16 A 20 A 16 A 10 A 20 A CB CB CB CB CB CB CB CB CB CB CB CB CB CB CB CB CB 2,5 mm 2,5 mm 2,5 mm 6 mm 2,5 mm 2,5 mm 2,5 mm 2,5 mm 2,5 mm 2,5 mm 2,5 mm 1,5 mm 2,5 mm 2,5 mm 2,5 mm 1,5 mm 1,5 mm 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 Switch Switch Switch RCBO: Residualcurrentoperatedcircuit breaker RCCB: Residualcurrentcircuit breaker CB: Circuit breaker with integralovercurrent protection fluorescent lamp Compact Lamp Lamp outlets Socket Lamp heating Electrical Socket outlets Socket outlets Dish-washer Socket outlets Water-heater Cooker Electric dryer machine Washing heating Electrical heating Electrical Socket outlets 23 FRENCH STANDARD 24 IEC I FRENCH STANDARD

Overview of the installation and related wiring accessories standard

t SUPPLY t CONSUMERS DISTRIBUTION t CIRCUIT PROTECTION AGAINST Usually single phase (230 V / 50 Hz). BOARD OVERCURRENT Earth is usually local (TT system). All the protection and control Each circuit has to be protected The protective conductor functions of the electrical against overcurrent at its origin. is mandatory in every circuit. installation are located in the main The overcurrent protection device An AD fuse is installed on the household trunking (called GTL). shall ensure the simultaneous phase in conjunction with the main The power distribution panel board breaking of both phase and neutral circuit breaker. and the communication panel conductors. The protection device board are located in the GTL. should be a miniature circuit breakers or a fuse cartridge. t METER A single kW/h meter is supplied. t POWER DISTRIBUTION PANEL If an optional off-peak power fare BOARD t SPECIALIZED CIRCUITS is subscribed, a 2-fares meter This panel board concentrates all Some appliances (e.g. washing with pilot-line switching is installed. the control and protection functions machine, freezer, dishwasher, etc) of the electrical installation. should be supplied by a dedicated The protection against overcurrent circuit having the appropriate cross t MAIN CIRCUIT-BREAKER (short circuit and overload) sectional area and overcurrent This device has 3 functions: is provided by circuit-breakers and RCD protection. They will be - Acts as the main switch or fuses. All the circuits have to be connected either via a socket of the installation protected by a 30 mA RCD in order or via a cable outlet box (e.g. oven, - Limits the current consumption to provide the complementary cooking plate, water-heater). to a pre-settled level of the protection against the direct contract with electricity supplier contacts. Other devices could be - Provides protection against indirect located in the panel board as: t SOCKET OUTLETS contact through a residual current - Time switches and time delay The socket outlet circuits are protection (type S, 500 mA). relays installed in a star configuration. - Bell transformer The maximum number of socket- 2 t LIGHTNING PROTECTION - Power relays (heating, etc) outlets is 8 on a 2.5 mm circuit 2 The installations supplied - Latching relays for lighting and 5 on a 1.5 mm circuit. by an overhead electric Iine - Signalling lamps Socket outlets are of the earthed and located in high risk lightning - Daylight/dusk switches type 2P+E. Shutters are mandatory areas have to be protected by - Dimmers for all type of socket-outlets a Surge Protective Device (SPD) - Land-shedding relays up to 32 A. installed downstream of the main - Off-peak power relays residual current circuit breaker. - Buzzer or bell. t The Surge Protective Device has PLUGS to be connected to the main earth They can be 2P or 2P+E type. terminal of the consumer unit. The flat bodied 2P type should have sleeved pins. Specific 20 A for highpowercircuits. and 32Aplugsarealsoavailable areas isalsorecommended. for thelightcontrolinpublic The useoftime-lagswitches latching relaysandpush-buttons. of lightingisusuallyachievedby or dimmers.Multiple-pointcontrol each controlledbyswitches of 8pointspercircuitisallowed, in astarconfiguration.Amaximum The lightingcircuitsareinstalled length ofthecircuit. to beensuredthroughouttheentire against theexternalinfluenceshas trunking systems,theprotection Concerning thesurface-mounted in fixedwiring. solid copperconductorsareused systems. GenerallyPVCinsulated or inplasticflushed-inconduit in plasticsurfacemountedtrunking Most domesticwiringisruneither is mandatory. fittings inbathroom,kitchens,etc., Supplementary bondingofmetal tion earthelectrode. provided byaclosedloopfounda- The earthingterminalisusually t t t EARTHING LIGHTINGPOINTS CABLING INSTALLATION RULES other French electricalstandardsareavailable installation. Copiesofthestandards,aswell as all theaspectsofwiringanddesigning This standardprovides detailedrulesconcerning comply withtheFrench standardNFC15100. All thelow voltage electrical installationshall in bathrooms. Specific rulesapplyforcircuits IP 44. Outdoor socketsshouldbeatleast of thedomesticoutdoorcircuits. is mandatoryfortheprotection The useofa30mARCDprotection screw fitted. All theaccessorieshavetobe designed trunkingsystem. mounted boxorinanespecially be installedinaflushorsurface Switches, sockets,etc.,should INSTALLATION http://www.promotelec.com Promotelec Helpful practical guidesareavailable from: http://www.ute-fr.com [email protected] UTE From: t t t BATHROOMS OUTDOORCIRCUITS ELECTRICALACCESSORY Base: bottom of thebath

225 cm

Zone 0 Zone1 IP x4minimuminallcases Space underthebath: oe2Zone3 Zone 2 60 cm such astelephone,EthernetandTV. is abletoprovidedifferentservices socket. Thiscommunicationnetwork board andterminatingwithanRJ45 originating fromthecommunication is suppliedbyatwistedpaircable Each roomofthedwelling of thedwelling. of thecommunicationnetwork (GTL). Itisthecentralpart in themainhouseholdtrunking a communicationboardisinstalled In thedomesticinstallation t COMMUNICATIONBOARD Out ofvolume 240 cm

225 cm

300 cm 25 FRENCH STANDARD 26 IEC I FRENCH STANDARD

Consumer units and Din-Rail equipment by Legrand Group The enclosures for the French residential system fit perfectly into all indoor, outdoor or design projects. The modular products protect people and property, as well as the most sensitive equipment: including protection against voltage surges and protection with a high level of immunity. The Stop&Go increases continuity of service on circuits that require special monitoring (aquarium, refrigerator, freezer) and management products, combining ease of use and energy saving.

Consumer units

EKINOXE TX NX PRACTIBOX 3 rows of 12 modules 2 rows of 12 modules 3 rows of 12 modules

PLEXO3 DISTRIBUTION BOARD 2 rows of 12 modules FOR SPECIAL TARIFF 1 row of 12 modules Din-Rail equipment E.L.C.B. RCD -DX Automatic terminals RCD -DX MCB -DNX4500 Automatic resetting STOP&GO RCD -DX PROTECTOR VOLTAGE SURGE LATCHING RELAY PULSE OPERATED See page56to57 Power protection 27 FRENCH STANDARD 28 IEC I FRENCH STANDARD

Wiring accessories by Legrand Group

A new generation of wiring accessories for all your lighting, energy distribution, data and audio-video content, blind management, climate control and safety requirements. Offers to suit all your sites, with a unique range of designs and user interfaces. All with the high quality mechanisms and modular design that have made the Legrand Group the world standard for wiring accessories.

Céliane by Legrand

TITANE COBALT NICKEL VELVET CORIAN® NOCTURNE Socket Switch Switch Switch

MAHOGANY PORCELAIN KAOLIN GLASS CAMEL LEATHER Switch with lever Touch control switch Silent switch Touch-sensitive switch

Valena by Legrand

WHITE IVORY ALUMINIUM IVORY - TERRA Switch Socket Switch Switch Living, Light,LightTech Axolute Switch LIVING -NATIVE Switch LIQUID WHITE Switch WHITE LIMOGES by Bticino by Bticino Switch LIVING -SOLIDRED Switch MATT GOLD Switch RED CHINA Switch LIGHT -SATINGOLD Switch CHERRY WOOD Switch BRUSHED BRONZE Socket LIGHT TECH-ALU Switch SHINY INOXALESSISTEEL Switch BLACK GLASS See page64to67 Home automation 29 FRENCH STANDARD 30

CONSUMER UNIT

METER

Main CB IEC | Italian standard 30 mA | 25 A RCBO Typical residential wiring diagram issued from IEC EN 64-8 requirements for electrical installations. 16 A MCB | Consumer units and Din-Rail equipment by Legrand Group 32 || Wiring accessories by Legrand Group 33

16 A MCB

10 A MCB

For more details on countries See maps page 02 to 05 COLOUR CODEOFSOLIDSTRANDEDFLEXIBLECONDUCTORS or Neutral Earth Line Switch Switch Socket outlets-16A Socket outlets-10A Socket outlets-10A Socket outlets-16A Lamp Lamp RCBO: Residualcurrentoperatedcircuit breaker withintegralovercurrent protection MCB: Miniaturecircuit breaker CB: Circuit breaker Lamp Lamp Socket outlets-16A Socket outlets-10A Socket outlets-10A Socket outlets-16A Lamp Lamp 31 ITALIAN STANDARD 32 IEC I ITALIAN STANDARD

Consumer units, Din-Rail equipment...

The consumer unit range includes resin flush-mounted cabinet E215, 2 and 3 rows IP40, for residential applications, and wall-mounted cabinet Idroboard IP65 for industrial and service sector applications. Btdin is a complete range of thermal magnetic circuit breakers and earth leakage devices, and is completed by a full range of auxiliary items: insulating switches, control devices and the new automatic resetting Stop&Go for domestic RCD. Power protection See page 56 to 57

Consumer units

E215 E215 IDROBOARD 2 rows of 12 modules 3 rows of 12 modules 2 rows of 12 modules

Din-Rail equipment

RCD CONTACTOR VOLTAGE ISOLATING AUTOMATIC RESETTING MCB SURGE PROTECTION SWITCH STOP & GO Màtix, aperfectsolutionforresidentialprojectsandbuildingcontractors. Living, tenderandroundedformshostingelegantgreydevices. Light andTech,tworangesofferingharmoniousrationalgeometry coupled withtheperformanceoflatestdigitaltechnologies. Axolute, theluxuryrangeofferingawidechoiceofmaterialsandprestigiousfinishes by Legrand Group ... wiringaccessories Màtix Living, Light,LightTech Axolute Switch andsocket MÀTIX-WHITE Switch LIQUID WHITE Switch LIVING -CHERRYWOOD by Bticino by Bticino by Bticino Switch MÀTIX-COBALT Switch LIVING -TRUEGOLD Switch BRILLIANT INOXALESSI Switch MÀTIX-BLACK NICKEL Switch LIGHT -JELLYORANGE Switch RED CHINA Switch MÀTIX-TERRACOTTA Switch BLACK GLASS Switch LIGHT TECH-CHROME See page64to67 Home automation 33 ITALIAN STANDARD 34

CONSUMER UNIT

NL1L2

300 mA | 63 A

RCBO or MCB 63 A

IEC | Brazil 30m A | 32 A RCBO (1 RCCB + 1 MCB) standard (Mandatory)

Typical residential wiring diagram 20 A issued from ABNT NBR 5410 requirements MCB for electrical installations. | Consumer units and Din-Rail equipment by Legrand Group 38-39 || Wiring accessories by Legrand Group 40-41 20 A MCB 30m A | 40 A

RCCB (Mandatory)

20 A MCB

16 A MCB

30m A | 40 A 32 A

RCCB (Optional) MCB

20 A MCB

The nominal cross-sectional area of conductors and the rated currents of MCB's, RCBO's and RCCB's should be dimentioned as prescribed Optional circuits in the ABNT NBR 5410 - Electrical installation For more details on countries of buildings low voltage standard. See maps page 02 to 05 COLOUR CODEOFSOLIDSTRANDEDFLEXIBLECONDUCTORS Neutral Earth Phase 6 mm 2,5 mm 6 mm 1,5 mm 1,5 mm 2,5 mm 2,5 mm 2,5 mm 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 C MCB MCB RCBO: Residualcurrentoperatedcircuit breaker withintegralovercurrent protection MCB: Miniaturecircuit breaker RCCB: Residualcurrentcircuit breaker Switches Socket outlets Socket outlets Socket outlets Fast water-heater Micro-wave Cooker lamp Fluorescent Lamp Dish-washer 35 BRAZIL STANDARD 36 IEC I BRAZIL STANDARD

Overview of the installation and related wiring accessories standard

t SUPPLY t CONSUMERS DISTRIBUTION box (e.g. cooker, dishwasher, Usually single phase (127 V-60 Hz) BOARD washing machine, water-heater, and two phase (220 V-60 Hz) loads. It contains distribution of power air-conditioning, etc). Individual Phases and neutral are supplied. to subcircuits and circuit protection circuits must be used for lighting Earth is usually local. (overload and short circuit]. points and socket outlets points. A circuit-breaker should Additionally it may contain other be installed on the phases. Fuses functions: are still common in old residences. - Residual current protection t SOCKET OUTLETS of sub-circuits Are supplied on radial circuits - Time switches or time provided with earth (maximum t METER delay relays of 8 socket outlets per circuit As single kWh meter is supplied. - Bell transformer in 220 V and 5 socket outlets The most common domestic type - Power relays (heating, etc) in 127 V). It is recommended of electricity meter is the electro- - Latching relays for lighting all circuits of socket outlets mechanical induction watt-hour - Indicator lamps are protected by 30m A Residual meter sealed in a special housing - Daylight/dusk switches Current Devices. Socket outlets to prevent tampering. - Dimmers are of the earthed type (2P+E) - Land-shedding relays up to 20 A and should comply with - Off-peak power relays the ABNT NBR 14136 (Brazilian t MAIN CIRCUIT-BREAKER - Buzzer or bell dimensional standard). Shutters This unit has 3 functions: - Home automation. are not mandatory. There are two - Acts as main isolator The unit is usually site-assembled versions of socket outlets: for the installation and “soft” wired (no busbars). 10 A and 20 A. A 10 A socket - Limits consumption of current outlet should not allow the insert to a pre-set level determined of a 20 A plug, by contract with electricity t CIRCUIT PROTECTION supply organisation Each circuit must have a suitable - Provides “blanker” residual protection device on its source. t PLUGS current protection at 300 mA. This device shall insure Plugs can be 2P or 2P+E type up the breaking of phases conductors to 20 A and should comply with in one operation. Rewireable fuses the ABNT NBR 14136 (Brazilian t COMPULSORY PROTECTION are not required by Brazilian dimensional standard). Sleeved AGAINST LIGHTNING electrical installation of building pins are not mandatory. Installation supplied by overhead standard, the NBR 5410. There are two versions of plugs: electric line and located in areas - For equipment with rated current where thunder is heard more than up to 10 A 25 days per year must be protected t POWER CIRCUITS - For equipment with rated current by a Surge Protective Device All appliances having a relatively above 10 A up to 20 A. immediately placed after the main high consumption of current should residual current circuit breaker be supplied on a specific circuit (300 mA and recommended Type S). with appropriate protection t LIGHTING POINTS The Surge Protective Device must and cabling. They will be connected Lighting points are supplied radial be connected to the earth terminal either via a special plug circuits provided with earth (max block of the distribution board. and socket-outlet or via cable outlet 8 points per lighting circuit) and used. lights inpublicareasiscommonly The useoftimeswitchestocontrol latching relaysandpush-buttons. lighting isusuallyachievedusing Note: controlled byswitchesordimmers. kitchens, etc.,isalsonecessary. bonding ofmetalfittingsinbathrooms, bonded toearth.Supplementary conductor. Allservicesshouldbe All circuitsdistributeaprotective the wallsofacircularflush box with expandingclawswhich grip either screw-fittedorprovided trunking. Accessoriesmay be or inapurposemadeequipment installed inaflushorsurface box Switches, sockets,etc.,shouldbe ACCESSORY INSTALLATION entries intowiringdevices. runs, especiallyatanglesand throughout thelengthofconduit ces mustbeensuredcontinuously protection againstexternalinfluen- For plasticsurfacetrunking, section, voltagedrop,etc. to thevariousrulesgoverningcable fixed wiring.Attentionmustbepaid (usually PVCinsulated)areusedfor Generally solidcopperconductors of conduittobeused. rules governthechoiceoftype flushed inconduitsystems.Some in plasticsurfacetrunkingor Most domesticwiringisruneither t t t CABLING EARTHING ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION RULES on installation. governing allaspectsof wiringanddesigning This documentlays down detailedrules with Brazilian standardABNTNBR5410. All electricalinstallationsshouldcomply multiple-point controlof which aredividedinto4zones. Special rulesapplytobathrooms outlets shouldbeatleastIP44. is recommended.Outdoorsocket The useof30mARCDprotection t t and controlgear Switchgear DEFINITION OFZONECONTAININGBATHORSHOWER Appliances Zones Wiring systems (5) (4) (3) (2) (1) RCD 30mA:Protection by 30mAresidualcurrentdevices II: Permitted forClassII X: prohibited BATHROOMS OUTDOORS Exceptasocket outletsuppliedalow power isolatingtransformer Water heatingpermitted Exceptthosesuppliedby SELV, limitedto12Vacor30dc Limitedtochoose tosupplyappliances locatedinthiszone which arenecessary No voltage limit(a50V) 2,25 m

Zone 0 Zone1 IP x7 IP x4 X X IP x3 XX 123 2 01 (2) (2) II X (3) 0,60 m (2) (2) (1) oe2Zone3 Zone 2 mA RCD II +30 (2)(3)(5) II X (2) (1) - Protected bya30mARCD - SuppliedbySELV - Suppliedindividually byanisolatingtransformer - Protected bya30mARCD - SuppliedbySafety Extra Lox Voltage (SELV) - Suppliedindividually byanisolatingtransformer 2,40 m IP x1 (5) II

2,25 m

3 m (4) 37 BRAZIL STANDARD 38 IEC I BRAZIL STANDARD

Consumer units and Din-Rail equipment by Legrand Group

Legrand load centers, circuit breakers, time switches, residual current and surge protection devices are designed to satisfy individual requirements as far as design, integration, energy saving and protection of people and property are concerned. Unic, Lexic and Ekinoxe systems comply with Brazilian Standards ABNT NBR and International Standards IEC offering the flexibility to install both protection: Bolt-on type and Din-Rail type.

Consumer units

EKINOXE TX EKINOXE TX EKINOXE TX 2 rows of 12 modules 3 rows of 12 modules 4 rows of 12 modules

UNIC UNIC 1 row of 8 modules 2 rows of 12 modules Unic Din-Railequipment Lexic Din-Railequipment UNIC- MCB MCB -DX-H10000 UNIC- MCB MCB -DX6000 MCB -DX6000 UNIC -DPS UNIC -RCD MCB -DX6000 UNIC -RCD RCD -DX See page56to57 Power protection 39 BRAZIL STANDARD 40 IEC I BRAZIL STANDARD

Wiring accessories by Legrand Group

Legrand, the leading supplier of electrical wiring accessories in Brazil for 30 years, offers a comprehensive range for every market segment. Driven by the ongoing pursuit of excellence, the Legrand Group delivers solutions that provide customers with ever greater comfort, safety, connectivity and energy efficiency. The Axolute and Living&Light ranges from Bticino for the luxury segment. The Pialplus and Vela from Legrand for the standard and premium segments.

Axolute by Bticino

WHITE LIMOGES RED CHINA BRUSHED BRONZE BLACK GLASS Switch Switch Switch Switch

LIQUID WHITE MATT GOLD CHERRY WOOD SHINY INOX ALESSI STEEL Switch Switch Switch Switch

Living, Light, Light Tech by Bticino

LIVING - CHERRY WOOD LIVING - SOLID RED LIGHT - SATIN COPPER LIGHT TECH - BRIGHT CHROME Switch Switch Switch Switch PialPlus Vela by Legrand Switch GLOSS WHITE Switch andsocket SATIN WHITE by Legrand Switch METALLIZED PEARL 3 +moduleswitch GLOSS WHITE Switch METALLIZED TITANIUM Switch SATIN WHITE Switch METALLIZED SILVER Switch andsocket SATIN WHITE Switch ANTHRACITE See page64to67 Home automation 41 BRAZIL STANDARD 42

CONSUMER UNIT

300/500 mA | 63 A

RCBO

IEC | Chinese 16 A standard MCB Typical residential wiring diagram issued from GB 50054 requirements 30 mA | 16 A for electrical installations. RCBO | Wiring accessories by Legrand Group 44-45

16 A MCB

30 mA | 16 A RCBO

16 A

For more details on countries MCB See maps page 02 to 05 COLOUR CODEOFSOLIDSTRANDEDFLEXIBLECONDUCTORS Neutral Earth Phase Switch Socket outlets RCBO: Residualcurrentoperatedcircuit breaker MCB: Miniaturecircuit breaker CB: Circuit breaker with integralovercurrent protection Socket outlets OPTIONAL Socket outlets Toilet Kitchen Air conditioner Air conditioner conditioner Cabinet styleair fluorescent lamp Compact 43 CHINESE STANDARD 44 IEC I CHINESE STANDARD

Wiring accessories by Legrand Group

In China, Legrand stand-out offering comes in a wide spectrum of combinations and colours, including market-leading white. With its modular mechanisms as well as flexible installation options, the functional possibilities are endless.

Arteor by legrand

TATOO - EDITION 1 GRAPHIC - FORMAL BRUSHED METAL - STAINLESS STEEL WOOD - WENGE STYLE Switch Switch Switch Switch

MIRROR BLACK MIRROR WHITE GALUCHAT SIGNATURE Micropush switch Shutter control Sensitive switch Universal dimmer

Major by legrand

DARK SILVER - PEARL SILVER - BLACK SILVER - BRONZE PEARL - COPPER Switch Switch Switch Switch Living, Light A8 A6 by TCL/Legrand by TCL/Legrand Switch SILVER Switch WHITE Switch LIVING -NATIVE by Bticino Switch LIVING -SOLIDRED Switch BROWN Switch WHITE Switch LIGHT -SATINGOLD Socket ROSE -GOLD Socket WHITE Switch LIGHT -SATINTITANIUM Computer socket EGGPLANT Computer-TV socket WHITE See page64to67 Home automation 45 CHINESE STANDARD 46

Other IEC based Installation rules

t AUSTRALIA t SOUTH AFRICA t INDIA Installation reference code: Installation reference code: Installation reference code: AS/NZS 3000, Electrical installation SABS 0142-1: 2001. Specifications for electrical as edited in The Australia The wiring of premises. works (internal), published and New Zealand Wiring Rules 2007. Part 1: Low-voltage installations. by S&QCD, 2001. Standards organization: Standards organization: Standards organization: Standards Australia International South African Bureau Bureau of Indian Ltd (SAI) of Standards (SABS) Standards (BIS) 286 Sussex Street AU-Sydney, 1 Dr Lategan Rd, Groenkloof Manak Bhavan NSW 2000 GPO Box 5420 Private Bag X191 9 Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg Sydney NSW 2001 ZA-Pretoria 0001 IN-New Delhi 110002 Tel: + 61 2 82 06 60 00 Tel: + 27 12 428 79 11 Tel: + 91 11 23 23 79 91 Fax: + 61 2 82 06 60 01 Fax: + 27 12 344 15 68 Fax: + 91 11 23 23 93 99 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Web: www.standards.com.au Web: www.sabs.co.za Web: www.bis.org.in

AUSTRALIA BRITISH STANDARD BRITISH STANDARD Plug diagram + Plug type Plug diagram + Plug type Plug diagram + Plug type

20.5 min 7.06 dia 30° 22.1 22.1

10.31 6.35 typ

7.92 1.63 typ 5.06 dia 19.0 19.0

15.8 min

19.94 20.5 min 17.06 7.06 dia

15.9 Insulating collar

Earth pin 5.06 dia 16.7 16.7 15.8 min

5.11 max

8.0 min 9.0 max Web: www.saso.org.sa Email: [email protected] Fax: +96614520086 Tel: +966145200 PO Box3437Riyadh11471 (West End) Bin MohammedRoad Imam SaudBinAbdul-Aziz Organization (SASO) Saudi ArabianStandards Standards organization: (under preparation). National SaudiCode Installation referencecode: t Plug diagram+type SAUDIARABIA 22.36 max 22.10 min BRITISHSTANDARD 8.05 max 3.90 min 8.05 max 7.80 min 5.48 max 5.22 min 4.05 max 3.90 min collar insulated 9.2 max 22.33 max 22.23 min 11.18 max 11.05 min 18.20 max 17.20 min/ PLUG DIAGRAM+Plugtype German EuropeanPlug BritishStandard Australia ends at pin to 18.0 17.0 Plug diagram+type 7.4.0 EUROPEANPLUG face at plug to 19.2 18.0 19.0 10.0 at plugface 18.0 to19.2 at pinends 17.0 to18.0 dia max 15.3.5 collar Insulating 4.8 dia Plug diagram+type GERMAN 36.5 dianom 19.0 Earth contact Earth ridge Location 4.8 dia 47 OTHER IEC 48

CONSUMER UNIT

METER 200 A

MCB 50 A NEC | American CB standard 30 A CB Typical residential wiring diagram issued from NEC (2008) requirements for electrical installations. 30 A | Consumer units and Plug-in type equipment CB by Legrand Group 52-53 || Wiring accessories by Legrand Group 54-55

20 A CB

15 A CB

20 A CB For more details on countries See maps page 02 to 05 COLOUR CODEOFSOLIDSTRANDEDFLEXIBLECONDUCTORS BATHROOM GENERAL PURPOSECIRCUITS APPLIANCE CIRCUITS/BEDROOMS POWER CIRCUITS Neutral Earth Live orhot wthLampholder Switch GFCI GFCI Switch Socket outlets(NEMA14-30) Socket outlets(NEMA14-50) GFCI Socket outlets GFCI: Groundfaultcircuit interruptor MCB: Maincircuit breaker CB: Circuit breaker apodrDimmer Lampholder heater water- Electric dryer Electric Cooker (range) 49 AMERICAN STANDARD 50 NEC I AMERICAN STANDARD

Overview of the installation and related wiring accessories standard

t SUPPLY t GENERAL PURPOSE CIRCUITS Domestic supply is usually These are 120 V-15 A and supply G 2 phases (120 V/240 V - 60 Hz). socket outlets (IP+N+G).These 2 phases + neutral are supplied. circuits supply bedrooms, etc. Neutral is re-earthed at entry. where the use of a large number W Earth is local. of appliances is unlikely. Note that NEMA 5-20 R 20 A - 125 V all general purpose socket outlets must be of the grounding type. t METER AMERICAN WIRE GAUGE Usually a weatherproof unit AWG (approximate equivalence) outside the house. G 20 ...... 0.52 mm2 2 W 18 ...... 0.82 mm t SERVICE PANEL NEMA 5-15 R 16 ...... 1.3 mm2 Ratings of 60 A, 100 A, 150 A 15 A - 120 V 2 and 200 A exist. The Service 14 ...... 2.1 mm Panel (or Service Entrance Panel) 12 ...... 3.3 mm2 usually contains a Main Disconnect 10 ...... 5.3 mm2 device and the necessary protective t APPLIANCE CIRCUITS 8 ...... 8.4 mm2 devices for the sub-circuits. The 120 V-20 A circuits supply areas such as kitchens, 6 ...... 13.3 mm2 dining-rooms. etc., when there is 4 ...... 21.2 mm2 t POWER CIRCUITS a likelihood of more intensive use 2 ...... 33.6 mm2 Appliances having heavy power of appliances. The NEC [National 2 consumption (ranges, water-heaters, Electrical Code) requires at least 1 ...... 42.4 mm etc.) are supplied on a specific two appliance circuits for a domes- 1/0 ...... 53.5 mm2 circuit, often 120/240 V. Various tic installation.Only socket outlets 2/0 ...... 67.4 mm2 socket outlets of appropriate ratings may be supplied on an appliance 3/0 ...... 85.0 mm2 are available, these are non- circuit. interchangeable, thus 2 Phase + All domestic use NEMA 5-15R 4/0 ...... 107.2 mm2 Neutral + Earth plug cannot be fitted and 5-20R receptacles must be to a 2 Phase + Earth socket, etc. tamper resistant. t PLUGS Various types of plugs exist G G G to match the various configurations Y X Y X of socket outlets. W W

t OUTDOORS Outdoor socket outlets must NEMA 14-30 R NEMA 14-50 R NEMA 6-30 R 30 A - 125/250 V 5O A - 125/250 V 30 A - 250 V have 6 mA GFCI protection Eg : dryer Eg: cooker (range) Eg: air-conditioner and be housed in a weatherproof enclosure. INTERRUPTERS (AFCI) socket outletsiswithin6feet). - Laundryandutilitysinks(when - Outdoors - Basements - Kitchens - Garages - Bathrooms of 6mA: GFCI havingatriplevelsensitivity locations mustbeprotectedby 20 Asocketoutletsinthefollowing All domesticuse125V-15Aand INTERRUPTERS (GFCI) this metallicsystemasearth. and sheathedcablesusing - Byusingmetallicboxes, conduit distributed alongwithlive + neutral - Byaspecificearthconductor in theinstallationoneortwoways: Earth canbedistributed is nolongerallowedbytheNEC. sockets indomesticinstallations The useofungrounded(2P) be TamperResistant(shuttered). and 20Asocketoutletsmust All domesticuse125V-15A (SHUTTERED) SOCKETOUTLETS protected. and similarareasmustbeAFCI rooms, familybedrooms outlets inlivingrooms,dining and 20Abranchcircuitssupplying All domesticuse120V-15A t t t t ARC-FAULTCIRCUIT- GROUND-FAULTCIRCUIT- EARTHING(GROUNDING) TAMPERRESISTANT INSTALLATION RULES organisations, themostimportantbeing: of accessoriesarepublishedby various Standards governing the construction QUINCY, MA02269U.S.A. 1, Batterymarch Park NATIONAL FIREPROTECTION ASSOCIATION Copies areavailable from: governing alltypesofelectrical installation. The ”NationalElectricalCode”gives rules - Surfaceraceway. - Rigidnon-metallicconduit - Flexiblemetalconduit - Thinwallmetalconduit - Intermediatemetalconduit - Rigidsteelconduit are alsoencountered: Similarly varioustypesofconduits AC, Metal-cladcable. NM. Non-metallicsheathed; frequent are: in domesticinstallations,themost Various typesofcablesareused Cabling: or wireisleftbare. G; conductorsinsulatedingreen Terminals greencolourormarked Ground: in white. white orW;conductorinsulated Terminal screwssilverormarked Neutral: conductors insulatedinblack Terminal screwsbrasscolour; Live (hot): the installation. Polarity isconservedthroughout Polarity: bonded toearth. system shouldbeeffectively carrying partsoftheelectrical All conductivenon-current It iswisetogainlocalknowledge. even thoughtheNECprescribesmethod. in oneareacanbeprohibited inanother important intheU.S.A.Commonpractices Note thatlocalbuildingregulationsarevery NORTHBROOK, IL60062-2096USA 333 PfingstenRoad UNDERWRITERS LABORATORIES INC(UL) ROSSLYN, VIRGINIA2009USA 1300 North17THStreetSuite1752 ASSOCIATION (NEMA), NATIONAL ELECTRICALMANUFACTURERS INSTALLATION by 4inches. 2 inchesby4and the mostcommonsizesbeing boxes, eithermetalorplastic, Accessories arefittedinstandard t ELECTRICALACCESSORY 51 AMERICAN STANDARD 52 NEC I AMERICAN STANDARD

Consumer units and Din-Rail* equipment by Legrand Group

Our systems comply with different rules of installation in America and the Caribbean. In this way, a broad portfolio of protection and distribution products allows us to provide solutions in residential buildings following local adaptations, including among others NEC in USA, NMX in Mexico, COVENIN in Venezuela, NTC in Colombia,...

Consumer units and distribution boards

BT PLUG STARSYS TIVEN Plug-in type Plug-in type Plug-in type

BT PLUG 2 BT PLUG TIBRA Plug-in type Plug-in type Bolt-on type

*or Plug-in or Bolt-on types Din-Rail equipment Bolt-on type1” MCB -TIBRA Plug-in type3/4” MCB -BTPLUG Bolt-on type1” MCB -DSA Plug-in type3/4” MCB -BTPLUG Plug-in type1” MCB -TIVEN Plug-in type1” MCB -DSE See page56to57 Power protection 53 AMERICAN STANDARD 54 NEC I AMERICAN STANDARD

Wiring accessories by Legrand Group

The Studio Collection from Legrand seamlessly blends innovative function with elegant design. The Studio wall plates are offered in 17 contemporary color options in a design and form-factor never before available to homeowners. The design, a sculptural flow of curves featuring titanium edging and a screwless finish, offers customers a new way to integrate Home Systems products with personal style and taste throughout the entire home.

Studio by Legrand

WHITE KHAKI WHITE WHITE GFCI Nightlight GFCI Nightlight Deco Rotary Dimmer Decorator Switch Tamper-Resistant

NIRVANA SAND CYAN MOSS GFCI Nightlight GFCI Nightlight Decorator Tamper- Deco Rotary Dimmer Tamper-Resistant Tamper-Resistant Resistant Receptacle appropriate solution.AninnovativemodularsystemthatoffersacompleteULproductrange. like neverbefore.Combinationsofmaterials,finishesandshapesletyoumatcheveryspacewiththemost The richnessoftheaestheticoptionsandtechnologywithindeviceswillenhanceyourelectricsystem Axolute byBticino(aLegrandGroupbrand)isthebestchoiceforprestigiousenvironments. Axolute Switch LIQUID WHITE Switch WHITE LIMOGES by Bticino Switch MATT GOLD Switch RED CHINA Switch CHERRY WOOD Switch BRUSHED BRONZE Switch SHINY INOXALESSISTEEL Switch BLACK GLASS See page64to67 Home automation 55 AMERICAN STANDARD 56

ENERGY DISTRIBUTION

To ensure the best possible performance of production tools, buildings need to benefit from high-performance, lasting solutions which provide an optimum quality of service. 57

A COMPLETE OFFER UP TO 4 000 A A SET OF RELATED SERVICES From XL3 distribution enclosures to cabinets, from Technical guides, design software, product training, standard or optimised busbar distribution through to technical and commercial support and indeed on-site terminals, the Legrand Group offers a complete offer of assistance – are provided to help you day by day in the solutions for energy distribution up to 4 000 A. achievement of your project. DMX, DPX and DX protection devices ensure optimum selectivity with a very high breaking capacity to protect the installation effectively. Remote installation supervision equipment is also available for greater security.

DMX DPX DX STOP & GO Air circuit-breaker: A range of MCCBs that ensure Designed to protect Motorized control to restore a headline device for protection optimum dynamic or logical devices up to 125 A the power supply in the event and control of low voltage selectivity to protect the installation of unwanted tripping installations up to 4 000 A 58

PUTTING A STOP TO ENERGY WASTE

It’s the vision of Legrand with its new range of lighting management products & systems. Energy-efficient lighting managements ensure just the right amount of light when and where you need it. They are reliable and easy to use, provide safety and security, reduce expenses and are code compliant, sustainable and environmentally friendly. Legrand has everything you need to make your lighting management project a success, from a comprehensive range of products to informative tools and services.

THE RIGHT LIGHT LEVELS AT THE RIGHT TIMES AND LOCATIONS: Conference rooms, open offices, hallways, cubicles... 59

ENERGY EFFICIENCY With heating and air-conditioning, lighting accounts Lighting is a significant consumer for the greatest energy consumption and costs of energy in commercial buildings: of a building. - 20 % of total site energy is consumed by lighting These significant costs can be managed more effectively in commercial buildings. through the use of lighting management. - Lighting is the first electricity end-user Each year, more organizations implement lighting in a commercial building with up to 40 % electricity management because they recognize the wide range consumed. of benefits: NB: Energy end-use distribution greatly varies depending on the activity Energy savings, Economic savings, Code compliance, of the building and across geographical and climate regions (sources: Department of Energy Buildings and Energy Information Administration, USA). Sustainability building practice...

2 types of solutions

Switch sensors for automatic management BUS/SCS system for local and centralised management

THE RIGHT PRODUCT FOR EACH APPLICATION Solution and application in large conference rooms Because of different types of spaces, most projects require multiple solutions to maximize energy savings and occupant’s satisfaction. By installing lighting management and other automated controls, energy waste is totally avoided and the building only consumes the necessary amount of energy when needed. Legrand commits to providing customers with complete and transparent information on actual savings for its lighting management solutions. Please contact us for more information. Up to 55 % energy saving based on EN 15193 standard (with occupancy sensors + manual switch + daylighting sensor)*

The Legrand lighting management offer can be associated with all wiring accessories international ranges: Arteor, Mosaic, Céliane, Axolute...

*The level of savings that can be achieved with sensors depends on the type of building and the type of area (activity). 60

FROM TECHNICAL ROOMS TO WORKSTATIONS

Legrand offers complete solutions from technical rooms to workstations with the latest technologies:

Cat. 6A, Wi-Fi and fibre optic - Copper patch panels, fibre optic drawers, 19” cable management accessories, enclosures - Cable distribution and cable management - Connection to information (Voice, Data, Images) via dedicated sockets, Wi-Fi access points, multi-outlets extensions, desk modules, columns... plus a wide selection of complete ranges of wiring accessories such as Mosaic, Arteor, Céliane by Legrand and Màtix, Living, Light, Axolute by Bticino.

Association with Legrand Group ranges. 61

LCS2 19” PANELS SOLUFLEX FLOOR SYSTEM 2 In the LCS2 panels, running and organising AND LCS ZONE DISTRIBUTION BOXES cables is easy. There is plenty of room for fixing In the Soluflex cable floor system, all power cables on their cable guides, and the plinth and cables, data and telecommunication are conveniently linking interface provide a large space for running organized, completely out of sight, accessible at any cables under the panel. The LCS2 panels are very easy moment. The LCS2 zone distribution boxes used with to assemble and dismantle: saving a considerable Mosaic feedthrough sockets also provide total amount of on-site time, and providing full accessibility flexibility. LCS2 ensures perfect performance. with their removable sides and rear panels and - Takes two 6-connector units, for connecting structure that can be totally dismantled. up to 12 RJ 45 sockets - Fibre optic/RJ 45 can be used together - Fibre optic coiling rack.

CABLE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS FOR ALL INSTALLATION HABITS Metal or wire mesh cable trays, light or heavy duty cable ladders: the Legrand cable management catalogue covers all market requirements from small tertiary to heavy industrial, offering the world’s largest solutions panel and the world’s most certified products. METALLIC CABLE TRAYS PARTICULARY SUITABLE HEAVY DUTY PERFORMANCE FOR INDOOR OR OUTDOOR FOR DATA CENTER WITH CABLE LADDERS

CONNECTION TO INFORMATION A wide selection of equipment to connect information to workstations.

COLUMNS TRUNKING SYSTEMDESK MODULES OFFICE MODULES FLOOR BOXES 62

A HOME STRUCTURED RESIDENTIAL CABLING SYSTEM Legrand offers a sustainable infrastructure, with mobility based MULTIMEDIA on the wireless technology, to enhance the inhome multiconnection experience. NETWORKS Legrand adapts its technology to:

The worlwide consumer IP traffic is increasing Copper Based on copper cable, known for years dramatically and will represent more than half for its reliability and high performance, of the world total IP flow, because it is the sustainable way to share and distribute multimedia content of the growing demand from the households in the home: for the entertainment purpose, including - Create network for video streaming - Multiple internet access internet surfing, music enjoyment, and video - Distribute phone lines (e.g home office) watching. More leisure time is spent on - Multi-room audio diffusion. Fibre optic the multimedia, more digital content is The large band optic fibers transmission available, more consumer electronic equipment will allow to handle a great amount of digital data in living spaces. are networkable: we are entering an era Coaxial cable of digital multimedia explosion. The traditional way today to connect a TV to your favourite programmes. 63

COMPLIANCE TO INTERNATIONAL AND AMERICAN STANDARDS Legrand Group ranges are compliant to ISO/IEC 15018 (residential premises) and EN 50173-4 and to the North-American standards TIA/EIA-570 (residential cabling).

t International offer based on IEC standard t Offer based on American standard

HOME NETWORKS LOUDSPEAKER LOUDSPEAKER TELEPHONE MODULE SOCKET SOCKET Céliane Arteor

MULTIMEDIA DISTRIBUTION BOARD HOME NETWORKS STRUCTURED WIRING

MULTIMEDIA MULTIMEDIA MULTI-ROOM SOCKET SOCKET AUDIO DEVICE Céliane Arteor Studio collection 64

HOME AUTOMATION FOR EVERYONE LEGRAND AND BTICINO, the perfect duo: Technology and Aesthetics. The Group, the world n°1 in the electrical wiring accessories, is the unique provider to propose not only the technology, but also a wide range of user interfaces in the harmonized aesthetics. The Home Automation devices are integrated into its international electrical wiring accessories ranges, made for specific geographic zones with respect to the local standard, covering the full home applications. 65

SUSTAINABILITY AND FULL APPLICATION | Based on Legrand Group 2-wire BUS technology, 2-WIRE BUS/SCS TECHNOLOGY Example of wiring it is an unique offer in the market to perform M From actuators Motor a perfect interoperation between: lighting, shutters, N B security, climate, door entry system, and multi-room 230 V M audio / video diffusion. A A 230 V Mood setting, event sequence scenarios enhance A 27 V B the home comfort and efficiency. It is an ideal solution A B for the one looking for an auto-managing home. Thanks to its full solution on the same technology, A B the whole-home control becomes possible from any place inside the home, or from distance by mobile or internet. A Lighting control B Roller blinds control BUS line

FLEXIBILITY AND FUTURE EXTENSION RADIO ZIGBEE® TECHNOLOGY | Example of wiring Based on its ZigBee® Radio and Power Line Carrier technology, the system communication protocol From dimmer Motor is transported on the electrical cables or by wireless N B in a frequency of 2.4 Ghz, internationally accepted. N A A It is an ideal solution for renovation by taking L A + B the existing electrical networks, or any home owners N who want to start the first experience with a partial B A N L installation with a possibility of future extension. It only needs to replace a traditional lighting or shutter switch by the intelligence embedded control device, to transform a traditional electrical installation to a smart home. A Lighting control B Roller blinds control Zigbee® Certified product - Manufacturer Specific Profile.

HOME AUTOMATION devices integrated into international ranges either by Legrand or Bticino

3.5” TOUCH SCREEN TOUCH PLATE DIMMER VIDEO DISPLAY LIGHTING CONTROL Arteor Mirror | by Legrand Arteor Mirror | by Legrand Axolute Kristal | by Bticino Céliane | by Legrand 66

HOME AUTOMATION PRESTIGE Synonym with luxury and unprecedent comfort, destinated to the prestige residential project, Legrand completes its offering with Vantage, the specialist in the high-end tailor-made home, through system integrators. 67

ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES OF SOPHISTICATION The Infusion technology by Vantage is empowered by its sophisticated however easy for us software, allowing endless possibilities in the customization to reply to the prestige home owner’s specific demand.

NUMEROUS APPLICATIONS Powerful integration platform for numerous applications: lighting, heating, audio, video, bathroom, swimming pool, etc. The keypad in a sheer simplicity style is made to simplify the whole-house control on one finger despite the innovative technology behind.

SUPERVISION AND COMMAND Colour Touch Screen, flush-mounted in the wall, or portable, is certainly the modern user interface to supervise and command the whole home installation. COLOUR TOUCH SCREEN AND KEYPAD QUANTUM OF SOLACE © 2009 Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment LLC. All Rights Reserved VANTAGE HOME HOME CINEMA Each project, is a unique master piece Controlled by Vantage 68

COMPLETE SOLUTIONS FOR MANY OTHER PROJECTS In a context of accelerated globalisation and increasingly complex projects, the support of a reliable and competent partner is absolutely essential, a real key to the success of your company. Our comprehensive and reliable solutions and services enable you to fully express your vision worldwide. 69

A VERY BROAD RANGE OF APPLICATIONS Beyond the examples of products and solutions we have just shown you, the Legrand Group boasts expert know-how in a large number of other applications. Our consistent research efforts and the complementarity of our offers and brands allow us to respond to the needs of countless different projects. Infrastructure: railway stations, harbours, tunnels, naval installations…

SHOPS AND MALLS RAILWAY STATIONS Commercial Infrastructure

PETROCHIMICALS BRIDGES Industry Building services

Sustainable developpement: a priority By signing up to the Global Compact* in 2006, this approach has been given a wider dimension. The Group’s environmental commitment is centred on 3 guiding lines: taking on board environmental management in the running of its industrial sites, reducing the environmental impact of its products by eco-design, providing environmentally friendly solutions that contribute to energy savings.

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Electrical symbols in the world

This table is for guidance only. Symbols other than those given are frequently encountered. The information in this document is published for guidance only. The company cannot be held responsible or liable for errors existing in the document, nor for errors arising from the use of the information given.

AMERICAN ARABIC CHINESE 兎冕㒹槱䱾 mm2 2ﻡﻡ :ﻉﻁﻕﻡ Wire gauge AWG

兎冕㒹槱䱾 kW (ﻭ ﻙ) ﺓﺭﺩﻕ Power kW

䟄㿐 A (ﺭﻱﺏﻡﺍ) ﺭﺍﻱﺕﻝﺍ ﺓﺩﺵ Current A

Ӏ 䟄☚ V (ﺕﻝﻭڤ) ﺩﻩﺝﻝﺍ Voltage V

欠䘖 Hz ﺩﺩﺭﺕ Frequency Hz

䞷㓆䵾 ﻉﻱﺯﻭﺕ ﺓﺡﻭﻝ (Service entrance panel (or fuse box

揜䟄乀 ﺓﺡﻭﻝ Enclosure

⣷䐣㠼 ﺭﻩﺹﻡ Fuse

⣷㠼恾 ﺭﺍﻱﺕ ﻉﻁﺍﻕ Circuit Breaker

⣷䟄㿐┷⇫≬㔳⇨⓸ ﻱﺽﺭﺃ ﺏﻱﺭﺱﺕ ﻉﻥﺍﻡ Ground fault circuit interruptor GFCI

␂椣䱊㆏ ﻝﺯﻉ ﺡﺍﺕﻑﻡ Equipment circuit breaker

䦇兎 ﻱﺩﺍﺡﺍ ﻝﺹﻭﻡ Hot wire

₼㊶兎 ﺩﻱﺍﺡﻡ ﻝﺹﻭﻡ Neutral wire

㔳兎≬ (ﻱﺽﺭﺃ) ﻩﻱﺍﻡﺡ ﻝﺹﻭﻡ Ground wire

䦇₼㊶兎≬㔳兎◤ (ﻱﺽﺭﺃ ﺩﻱﺍﺡﻡ) ﻱﺩﺍﺡﺃ ﻝﺏﺍﻙ Single phase & neutral & ground cable

ₘ䦇₼㊶兎≬㔳兎 (ﻱﺽﺭﺃ ﺩﻱﺍﺡﻡ) ﻱﺙﺍﻝﺙ ﻝﺏﺍﻙ Triple phase & neutral & ground cable

␂勣㆏◤ ﺡﺍﺕﻑﻡ Single pole 2 way switch S1

␂㘶◤㨐㆏♛ ﻁﺥﺍ ﺡﺍﺕﻑﻡ way switch S3 3 㖘朽 ﻁﻍﺍﺽ ﺡﺍﺕﻑﻡ Push button

㢝孔℣ⷣ㙡ㄶ ﺱﺏﻕﻡ /ﺵﻱﻑ Single receptacle

ﺽﺭﺅﻡ ﺱﺏﻕﻡ/ ﺵﻱﻑ Single grounded receptacle G

サ◤㨐㆏␂䤓㙡ㄶ ﺡﺍﺕﻑﻡﺏ ﺽﺭﺅﻡ ﺱﺏﻕﻡ/ ﺵﻱﻑ Switched grounded receptacle s

㤦孔℣ⷣ㙡ㄶ ﻱﺉﺍﻥﺙ ﺱﺏﻕﻡ /ﺵﻱﻑ Duplex receptacle

㘴兎䥡 ﻝﻱﺹﻭﺕ ﻕﻭﺩﻥﺹ Junction box ℚ㟔䏶㢝䋾 ﺉﺭﺍﻭﻁ ﺓﺭﺍﺩﺇ ﺓﺩﺡﻭ Emergency lighting unit

屓⒡幇♾ ﺀﺍﻥﺏ ﺓﺹﺥﺭ Building permit ⟖⻤♠ ﺭﻭﻁﻡ Developer

䥠䚕 ﻝﻡﻉﻝﺍ ﻕﻱﺭﻑ ﺱﻱﺉﺭ -

ㆉ䷠゗ ﻱﺭﺍﻡﻉﻡ Architect

䟄㺣欍桽ぴ䲚゗ ﻱﺭﺍﺵﺕﺱﺍ ﻱﺉﺍﺏﺭﻩﻙ ﺱﺩﻥﻩﻡ Electrical consulting engineer

㔏㦾屓㫋⃵ ﺕﺍﻑﺹﺍﻭﻡﻝﺍ Specifications

㕪㪖 ﺽﺭﻉ ﺏﻝﻁ BID

⟖▔㋊㔎 ﻱﺱﻱﺉﺭ ﻝﻭﺍﻕﻡ General contractor

▔䟄㺣⒕ ﺓﻱﺉﺍﺏﺭﻩﻙﻝﺍ ﻝﺍﻡﻉﺃﻝﺍ ﻉﺍﻁﻕ Electrical sub-contractor

⟖▔䟄㺣㔎 ﺀﺍﺏﺭﻩﻙﻝﺍ ﻝﻭﺍﻕﻡ Electrical contractor

䟄㺣棓ↅ ﺡﻱﺕﺍﻑﻡﻭ ﺱﺏﺍﻕﻡ/ﺵﺍﻱﻑﺍ Wiring devices 71

ENGLISH FRENCH GERMAN Cross-section mm2 Section mm2 Querschnitt A [mm2]

Power output kW Puissance kW Leistung P [kW]

Current rating A Courant A Strom I [A]

Voltage V Tension V Spannung U [V]

Frequency Hz Fréquence Hz Frequenz F [Hz]

Consumer unit Tableau d’abonné Verteilung

Cabinet or enclosure Armoire Verteiler Schrank

Fuse Fusible Sicherung

Circuit breaker Disjoncteur Schutzschalter

Residual current device Interrupteur différentiel FI-Schutzschalter

Isolator switch Interrupteur sectionneur Trennschalter Trenner

Phase conductor Conducteur de phase (PH) Aussenleiter Phase

Neutral conductor Conducteur de neutre (N) Neutralleiter Null

Protective conductor (earth) Conducteur de protection (T) Schutzleiter PE

Single phase + N + E cable Câble PH + N + T Leitung 1/N/PE

3 phase + N + E cable Câble 3 PH + N + T Leitung 3/N/PE

One way switch Interrupteur Schalter Ausschalter

Two way switch, single pole Va-et-vient Wechselschalter

Push button Bouton poussoir Taster

Socket outlet Prise de courant (PC) Steckdose

Earthed socket outlet Prise de courant avec terre (PC + T) Schutzkontakt-Steckdose

Switched socket outlet, single pole Prise de courant avec terre commandée Schutzkontakt Steckdose abschaltabar

DR 2 Double socket outlet 2 Prise de courant double 2-fach Steckdose

Junction box Boîte de jonction / Boîte de dérivation Abzweigdose

E.L.U. (Emergency Lighting Unit) Blocs autonome d’éclairage de sécurité (BAES) Sicherheits-leuchte

Planning permission Permis de construire Baugehnehmigung

Developer Maître d’ouvrage promoteur Bauherr

Supervisor Maître d’œuvre Bauleiter

Architect Architecte Architekt

Electrical consulting engineer Bureau d’études électricité Elektroplaner

Specifications Descriptif cahier des charges Pflichtenheft

Invitation to tender Appel d’offre Ausschreibung anfrage

Main contractor Entreprise générale Generalunternehmer

Electrical work Lot électricité Elektrisches Gewerk

Electrical contractor Installateur électricien Elektroinstallateur

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Electrical symbols in the world (continued)

ITALIAN KOREAN PORTUGUESE/BRAZILIAN Sezione mm2 鲝ꐩ놶 mm2 Secção mm2

Potenza kW 띑ꇚ kW Potencia kW

Corrente A 놹ꌍ A Corrente A

Tensione V 놹꼊 V Tensão V

Frequenza Hz 늱볁ꯍ Hz Frequencia Hz

Centralino ꜹ놹ꗍ Quadro

Quadra generale ꗥ놹ꗍ Quadro geral de baixa tensão QGBT

Fusibile 뺝댽 Fusivel

Interrutore automatico ꗥ꫕끞뗝鲝韥 Disjunctor

Interrutore differenziale 鮹놹뗝鲝韥 *)&, Interruptor diferencial

Interrutore sezionatore 闑붅韥 Interruptor seccionador

Conduttore di fase ꩶ겑꫕ Condutor de fase L

Conduttore di neutro 닆ꫦ꫕ Condutor de neutro N

Conduttore di protezione (terra) 뇆덵꫕ Condutor de terra

Cavo di fase + neutro + terra 鲝ꩶ꫕겒 1 3W Condutor de fase + neutra + terra

Cavo di fase + neutro + terra ꩱꩶ꫕겒 3 3W Condutor trifasico+ neutra + terra

Interrutore 鲝ꈑ걙낹렍 Interruptor

Deviatore ꈑ걙낹렍 3 Commutador de escada

Pulsante 븭갡꘹뱱 Botão de pressão

Presa di corrente 霡뤍꫱뱭 Tomada de corrente

Presa di corrente con terra 뇆덵뤍꫱뱭 E Tomada de corrente con terra Presa di corrente con terra comandata 걙낹렍ꜵ뇆덵뤍꫱뱭 Tomada de corrente com interruptor

2 Presa di corrente doppia 霡뤍꫱뱭 2 Tomada de corrente dupla Scatola di derivazione 뇊먡ꬍꗊ걙 Caixa de derivação

Lampada d’emergenza ꟹꩶ麦 Bloco autonomo de illuminacão de emergencia

Licenza di costruzione (Edile) 阩띊뽽閵 Licença de construção

Committente 闑ꗑ녅 Promotor

- 闅鵺隵 Director de obra

Architetto 阩띊ꩡ Arquitecto

Studio tecnico (Engineering) 놹韥꫙ꟹ꫙陹쁁ꩡ Gabinete de projectos de electrotecnia

Capitolato 韥ꯕ鞑陞꫑ Caderno de encargos

Richiesta d’offerta 넺뗥 Consulta

Impresa generale 阩꫙쁁ꩡ Empreiteiro geral

Parte elettrica 놹韥뼍鵹鞾꽺뙩 Empreiteiro de electricidade

Installatore (Elettrico) 놹韥險ꩡ꽺뙩 Instalador eléctrico

Apparecchiature elettriche ꗥ꫕韥霡 Aparelhagem electrica RUSSIAN SPANISH TURKISH ̸͔͌͌͞͏͖͕͉͕͇͌͗͋ mm2 Secciõn mm2 Çap [mm2]

̳͕͔͕͙ͣ͘͠ kW Potencia kW Guç G [kW]

̹͕͑ A Intensidad A Akim [A]

̴͇͖͍͔͗ͦ͌͏͌ V Tensiõn V Gerilim V

͇͙͕͙͇̾͘ Hz Frecuencia Hz Frekans Hz

̧͈͕͔͔͙͌͑͘͏͐͠͏͙͕͑ Cuadro de abonado Otomat kutusu

͇̿͑͛ Cuadro general Pano

̶͇͉͒͑͏͖͕͇͔͐͗͌͋͗͜͏͙͌͒ͣ Fusible Kartus Sigortalar

̧͉͙͕͓͇͙͏͌͑͘͞͏͉͇͙͐͑͒ͥ͌͒ͣ͢͞ Magnetotérmico Otomat

̩̫̹ Interruptor diferencial Kaçak akim koruma rölesi

̩͇͙͇͎͑͒ͥ͌͒ͣ͗͌͋͢͞͡͏͔͏͙͌͒ͣ Interruptor seccionador Salter

̻͇͎͔͖͕͉͕͐͗͋͢ Conductor de fase F_ Faz

̴͚͉͕͇͈͕͒͌͐͗͞͏͖͕͉͕͔͐͗͋͏͑ Conductor de neutro N_ Nötr

̮͇͠͏͙͔͖͕͉͕͔͐͗͋͢͏͑ Conductor de puesta a tierra T_ Toprak

F___ ̱͇͈͇͎͇͔͙͇͎͇͎͓͔͌͒ͣ͛͌͐͗͒ͣ͌͒͌͏͌ N___ Conductor de fase + neutro + tierra T___ Faz + nötr + toprak kablo ̱͇͈͖͙͍͌͒ͣͦͣͥ͘͏͇͓͒͏ Conductor trifasico + neutro + tierra Üç faz + nötr + toprak kablo

̩͇͙͕͔͕͖͕͔͑͒ͥ͌͒ͣ͋͒ͥ͐͘͢͢͞ Interruptor Anahtar ̶͇͙͔͇͉͇͌͗͌͑͒ͥ͌͒ͣ͋͞ ͔͇͖͇͉͔͗͒͌͏͕͔͕͖͕͔ͦ͋͒ͥ͐͘͢ Commutador Vavien ̩͇͙͔͕͖͕͔͑͒ͥ͌͒ͣ͑͐͢͢͞͞ Pulsador Zil butanu

̷͕͎͙͇͌͑ - - Priz ̷͕͎͙͇͎͇͌͑͘͠͏͙͔͓͕͔͙͇͙͕͓͑͑͢ Toma de corriente con tierra Toprakli priz

̷͕͎͙͇͉͇͙͓͌͑͑͒ͥ͌͒͌͘͢͞ - Anahtarli priz ͎͇͘͠͏͙͔͓͕͔͙͇͙͕͓͑͑͢ - ̷͕͎͙͇͉͕͔͇͌͑͋͐ͦ Doble toma de corriente Ikizler priz

̱͕͕͈͇͕͙͉͙͉͗͑͌͏͙͔͇͌͒ͣͦ Caja de derivaciõn Buat ̧͉͙͕͔͕͓͔͉͙͐͌͘͢͏͔͒ͣ͏͑͋͒ͦ ͉͇͚͇ͤ͑͝͏͕͔͔͕͕͕͉͔͊͌͌͘͠͏ͦ Aparato autonõnomo de alumbrado de emergencia Acil çikis ünitesi ̸͙͕͗͏͙͔͇͌͒ͣͦ͒͏͔͎͌͝͏ͦ Licencia de construcciõn Iskan

̪͔͇͔͖͕͌͌͗͒ͣ͐͋͗ͦ͋͢͞͏͑ Propriedad promotor Müteahhitlik firmalari

̹͔͌͜͏͌͑͘͞͏͔͇͎͕͐͋͗ - -

̧͗͜͏͙͙͕͌͑͗ Arquitecto Mimar

̶͕͙͔͇͕͇͔͗͌͑ͦ͗͊͏͎͇͝͏ͦ Estudio arquitectura ingeniera Projeve mühendislik bürosu

̸͖͌͝͏͛͏͇͑͝͏ͦ Pliego de condiciones Kesif

̮͇͖͕͗͘ Peticiõn de oferta Sartnäme

̶͕͔͇͕͇͔͋͗ͦ͋ͦ͗͊͏͎͇͝͏ͦ Constructora Insaat firmasi

̱͕͓͖͙͙͕͕͈͕͚͕͉͇͔͒͌͑ͤ͒͌͑͗͗͋͏ͦ Gremio elétrico Elektrik kesfi

͙͕͙͔̈́͒͌͑͗͌͜͏͑ Instalador electricista Elektrik tesicatçisi

͙͕͕͈͕͚͕͉͇͔̈́͒͌͑͗͗͋͏͌ Material elétrico Elektrik malzemesi Tel. :+335550687 FRANCE 87045 LIMOGESCEDEX and InternationalDepartment World Headquarters www.legrandgroup.com [email protected] E-mail: and Projects International KeyAccounts www.legrandgroup.com [email protected] E-mail: Fax : +335550674

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