Old Fuse Box vs Consumer Unit: Understanding the DifferenceAre you still stuck with an old fuse box in your home, or have you upgraded to a modern consumer unit? Here’s a breakdown of the differences between the two: 1. Functionality. - Old Fuse Box: Old fuse boxes contain fuses that blow when there is an electrical overload, cutting off power to the circuit. While effective, they need manual replacement of fuses. - Consumer Unit: Consumer units, also known as fuse boards, feature circuit breake