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Garo GCS8EV40CPME IP65 EV Consumer Unit with C40A Type A RCBO, PEN Fault Detection & Surge Protection

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Garo GCS8EV40CPME EV consumer unit with 40A Curve C Type A RCBO, PEN fault protection, and SPD. Weatherproof IP65-rated metal enclosure. Automatically resets after faults. Compliant and ready for PME-based EV charging installs.

£115.00 + VAT

(incl. VAT £138.00)

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All-in-One EV Consumer Unit with Enhanced Protection for Domestic Installations

Garo GCS8EV40CPME – EV Consumer Unit with PEN Fault Detection, Surge Protection and 40A Curve C Type A RCBO

The Garo GCS8EV40CPME is a high-performance, weatherproof EV consumer unit designed specifically for domestic EV charger installations on PME (TN-C-S) systems. Pre-wired and ready to install, this compact unit includes:

  • A factory-fitted 40A Type A Curve C RCBO
  • Built-in PEN fault detection for PME safety
  • Type 2 surge protection device (SPD)
  • And a robust IP65-rated metal enclosure for reliable outdoor performance

When a voltage fault or PEN failure is detected, the unit automatically disconnects all conductors—including earth—for complete safety. Once voltage returns to the safe range, the system resets itself, and charging automatically resumes with no need for manual intervention.


🔧 Key Features of the Garo GCS8EV40CPME IP65 PEN Loss Consumer Unit

  • ⚡ 40A Curve C Type A RCBO – Protects against overload, short circuit, and residual current
  • ⚠️ Built-In PME Fault Detection – Trips safely if voltage falls below 213V or rises above 253V
  • 🌩️ Surge Protection Included – Defends EV chargers from overvoltage and lightning surges
  • 🔁 Auto Reset Function – Charging resumes automatically when voltage returns to normal
  • 💧 Weatherproof Metal Enclosure (IP65) – Ideal for outdoor mounting near garages or driveways
  • 🔌 8-Way Unit, Fully Populated – No free ways, no extras required

📐 Technical Specifications

  • Rated Current: 40A
  • RCBO Type: Double Pole, Type A, Curve C
  • Voltage: 230V AC
  • Frequency: 50/60 Hz
  • PEN Fault Trip Range: Disconnects if voltage <213V or >253V (4 seconds)
  • Short Circuit Rating: 16kA at 250V (Annex ZB)
  • Total Ways: 8 (fully populated)
  • Protection Rating: IP65 (outdoor rated)
  • Terminal Capacity: 25mm
  • Temperature Range: -25°C to +55°C (storage down to -35°C)
  • Material: Metal
  • Dimensions: H 231mm × W 238mm × D 118mm
  • Compliance: EN 61439-3, BS 7671 including Amendment 1:2020
  • Warranty: 5 Years (mechanical), 2 Years (electronic)

📜 Understanding PEN Loss and Surge Protection

In PME (TN-C-S) earthing systems, the neutral and earth are combined into a single PEN conductor. If this conductor fails (a PEN fault), exposed conductive parts can become dangerously live. The Garo GCS8EV40CPME detects this situation and disconnects all conductors safely within 4 seconds.

Additionally, the integrated Type 2 SPD protects your EV charger and other connected devices from transient voltage surges due to grid fluctuations or nearby lightning strikes.


💡 Why Choose the Garo GCS8EV40CPME?

  • ✅ Curve C RCBO handles higher inrush current—ideal for demanding EV chargers
  • ✅ All-in-one protection: PEN fault, surge, and residual current in a single uni
  • ✅ No earth rod required – fully PME-compliant
  • ✅ Outdoor-rated (IP65) – built for UK conditions
  • ✅ Installer-friendly – compact, pre-wired, and regulation-ready
  • ✅ Automatic reset – charging resumes automatically when the issue clears

✅ Summary of the Garo GCS8EV40CPME IP65 EV Consumer Unit

The Garo GCS8EV40CPME is an all-in-one EV consumer unit with a 40A Curve C RCBO, PEN fault detection, and surge protection, all enclosed in an IP65-rated metal housing. It resets automatically when voltage returns to normal, making it a safe and compliant choice for EV installations on PME systems.

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