Hi all
Further to previous posts about electrical testing, I was wondering about the likely issues with RCDs on general office power circuits.
We recently had a couple of supplies added specifically for a server room and specified no RCDs for this.
However, we are now looking at the general office ring mains which currently have no RCD protection. In discussion with ARW, I believe I could argue a case for leaving the office as is, but supplying local RCDs for potential outside work with extensions etc.
However, I haven't discounted the possibility of RCBOs if they are available for the board. My question today is regarding the nature of the power supplies fitted to computer equipment and whether they are compatible with RCDs at all. I have been told that the power supplies are "leaky" and will generally pass current to earth in normal operation. So how many computer-type devices can be attached to one power circuit without risking RCD trips?
Thanks
Phil