What is an EVDB and Why It Matters – EV Charger Switchboards
An EVDB, which stands for Electric Vehicle Distribution Board, is a specialized switchboard custom-built to supply and protect EV charging circuits. Though it has similarities with general distribution boards, it’s constructed with the specific requirements of EV chargers in place. It enables secure and...
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CT Chamber & Metering Compartment: How to Stay Compliant with All Australian SIRs
Australia’s electrical system doesn’t function according to a national rulebook when making connections for service. Each state and territory goes with its own variation of the Service and Installation Rules. These rules address everything from physical sizing and mounting points to sealing procedures and...
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Short-Circuit and Temperature Rise Testing to AS/NZS 61439
Short-circuit strength verification may be performed by one of three means. The first and most straightforward way is by physical testing in a controlled setting. This is done by applying fault current to the assembly to assure it is still intact. The second is...
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How Electricians Size and Choose Switchboards
As far as electric systems are concerned, the switchboard is the heartbeat of the system. For a new home, a commercial property, or an industrial plant, the sizing and selection of the switchboard is essential for performance, safety, and compliance. In Australia, electricians undertake...
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Thermal Management Within Switchboards – Why It Is Important
If you’ve ever had to open up a switchboard that’s been operating all day long—say, on a hot summer day—you’ll appreciate just how hot it can get in there. That is not only unpleasant; that’s hazardous. Thermal management within switchboards is one of those...
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How DIN Rail Technology Has Changed Modern Switchboards
A DIN rail is an ordinary metal rail (typically 35mm wide) that is mounted within a switchboard or control cabinet. Devices such as circuit breakers, relays, timers, terminal blocks, isolators, energy meters—you name them—can be clipped onto the rail. It originated in Germany (DIN...
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Common Mistakes in Switchboard Upgrades for Solar Homes
Switchboard upgrades are one of the most important steps when preparing your home for a solar installation. But despite the growing number of households going solar in Australia, many people (and even some installers) still make critical mistakes that can cause long-term safety issues,...
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How to Tell if Your Switchboard is Battery-Ready
When we talk about being “battery-ready,” we’re not just talking about the battery itself. We’re talking about your entire electrical setup—your inverter, your wiring, your meter, and especially your switchboard being suitable for adding a battery system without major upgrades. Being battery-ready means: Your...
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How to Prepare Your Home for a Solar Battery Installation
Let’s say you’ve decided to add a solar battery to your home. That’s a great move—especially here in Australia, where the sun is generous, and energy bills can be punishing. But before your battery system gets delivered and wired in, there are a few...
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Can I Go Off-Grid With Just Solar and Batteries?
It’s a question that’s coming up more and more these days: Can we actually go off-grid using just solar panels and a battery system? The short answer is yes—but the real answer is a bit more involved. Whether you’re trying to avoid rising energy...
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