Old Wylex Fuseboard vs. New Wylex Fuseboard: What’s Changed? ⚡🛠️

Old Wylex Fuseboard vs. New Wylex Fuseboard: What’s the Difference? ⚡🛠️ Fuseboards have come a long way! In this video, we’re taking a close look at the evolution of Wylex fuseboards – comparing the old-school designs to the new, modern consumer units. ✨ What You’ll Learn: Key differences between old and new Wylex fuse boards Why upgrading your consumer unit improves safety 🛡️ Features of modern Wylex RCBO units Common issues with older fuse boards ⚠️ The benefits of making the switch If you’re thinking of upgrading your fuse board or curious about how these systems have evolved, this is the video for you! 👉 Have you upgraded to a new consumer unit yet? Let us know in the comments! ✅ Like, share, and subscribe for more electrician insights, tips, and comparisons! 00:00 – Why replace old Wylex boards (1950s–80s) 00:38 – Risks of rewireable fuses vs MCB/RCBO protection 01:20 – Upgrade plan: spare ways, segregation, future circuits 02:10 – Unboxing the new Wylex + SPD overview (no MCB type) 03:15 – Site check: space, tails, bonding, trunking route 04:20 – Knockouts, grommets, board prep 06:10 – Removing the old board + fuse-wire example 08:55 – Mounting new board & main isolator positioning 09:50 – Tails, CPC/bonding tidy, isolator back in 10:35 – Wiring the SPD, neutral/earth routing 11:45 – Populating MCBs/RCBOs, torque checks 13:05 – Dressing conductors, lid fit & cable management tips 14:20 – Power on: testing (kettle test), fault-find, labelling 15:30 – Final walkthrough: what’s changed & expandability #WylexFuseboard #ConsumerUnitUpgrade #electricalsafety #oldvsnew #electriciantips ‪@ElectriumSales‬