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Surge protection devices (SPDs) are now a mandatory consideration under the 18th Edition of BS 7671 Amendment 2. This guide covers Type 1, Type 2, and Type 3 SPDs, the 18th Edition risk assessment process under Regulation 443.4, location and wiring requirements, voltage protection levels, TT system coordination, and documentation obligations for UK electricians.Read now -
Surge Protection Devices and Arc Fault Detection Devices: What UK Electricians Need to Know Under BS 7671:2022
Read nowAmendment 2 to the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671:2022) made surge protection devices (SPDs) and arc fault detection devices (AFDDs) expected — and in some cases mandatory — on new installations. This trade guide covers what each device does, when it is required, and what to specify for consumer unit work in domestic properties.