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    Am2, what size cable for the heating system

    Hi everyone I have my am2 resit coming up and was wondering what size cable do you use from the wiring centre, to the programmer, and what size cable is used from the wiring centre to the thermostat. I thought it was 1.5, but wasn't sure. Any answers will be much appreciated, thanks a lot.
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    Cooker hood extraction ducting size

    I recently had a large renovation project carried out and electrical work by the builders own electrical contractor. I have a problem with my chimney extractor over gas hob...it's not extracting sufficiently and smoke is filling the room. There are no blockages and we now think it is because the...
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    Size of imperial cable

    Afternoon all This is based on a previous thread I’ve worked on, carried out an assessment on site , found a imperial aluminium sheathed copper single supply cables measuring at 10mm diameter on the strands themselves , what size of cable does this make it? And what is the copper equivalent...
    • Storm93
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    • cable cable calculations cable size cable sizing imperial size
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    What size is this sheathed copper imperial cable?

    Hi guys , trying to determine the size of this imperial cable, 17mm diameter , what could the circumference be if it were double insulated? And what would be the equivalent cable now to use?
    • Storm93
    • Thread
    • cable cable calculations cable size cable sizing cabling copper imperial size
    • Replies: 19
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    Cable size Aluminium cable

    Hello all, recently been asked to look some incoming power supplies for some future works , and I’m trying to determine the size of these incoming aluminium cables as it’s not something I work / see on a regular basis. Would anyone be able to give me some inside to what they believe the...
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    What type and size of cable for a long underground run

    Hi there, I have a customer (I'm in IT, not an electrician, and am just getting information at this stage before appointing a contractor early next year) who is planning on having fibre and a switch in a couple of fields for events. We will be providing an IP65 cabinet with mains power, a fibre...
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    UK MCB Size for radial socket circuit.

    My shed is only 5 Meters from my house, i will run a SWA cable from existing consumer unit to a shed consumer unit which will have 3 circuits for Sockets,Light and a 7.5Kw shower unit all i need to know is will a 16 Amp MCB be sufficient for the socket Radial circuit for 4 Double sockets
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    Fuse size unheard of (by me)

    Second/third post of the day. You can tell it's a cert writing day. Quick question. On the NICEIC EICR forms there is a drop down menu concerning the fuse size of main protective device. One of the sizes listed is 113 amps. Does a 113 amp fuse exist? Thanks
  9. S

    Cable size

    My electrician assures me that a 10.6kw freestanding cooker is fine to have on a 6mm cable, 32a breaker. Could anyone out there give me a 2nd opinion.
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    Cord size for generator

    I hope I'm posting to the correct spot. I have a portable generator, Westinghouse WGen7500 (running) that I plug into the side of the house with a 4 prong plug. It's got its own panel inside the house so it's all wired to code. It used to sit by where I plug it in but that's visible on a sort...
  11. JayKay70

    What size wire will this need to extend it?

    Hi all, I have just pruchased 2 x Black & Decker Portable 7-litre Digital Air Cooler (BXAC65002GB) for my kids room and i know the length of the wire that comes with them ain't going to be long enough. I want to cut the end plug of and extend the wire using a flex connector instead of using a...
  12. Dave Appleby

    Board size

    Anyone know any low height boards? I only have 19cm height available. Only needs to be 10 way. Bit stumped! TIA Dave
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    Wire and breaker size

    I'm in tech school and would appreciate if someone checked my work. Thank you We have a 480/277 panel with a 3-pole 45amp breaker feeding a vfd. The vfd main breaker is 50amps 460 volts. I figured #10 cu thhn with a #10 cu for the ground. My question is how can #10 wire be on a 45amp breaker We...
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    Cable size for a switch and power socket

    Hi everyone, i am planning to add a switch going to one socket and from That switch add a socket to plug in the downlights.! since socket use 2.5mm cable and lights uses 1.5mm cables, not sure what cable should i use for this product. Not also sure if i need any fuse in between.!! Any help...
    • Raj010
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    • ausie elec cable cable size power size socket switch
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Australia
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    what size wire

    I need to install a 30amp service for a camper , would be a 600' pull from my source, is it possible and what size underground wire would i need, copper and aluminum. Thanks in advance for any info.
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    Cable size for car lifter ( ramps)

    Hello gentlemen, Please can someone guide me i would really appreciate. Customer has 2 x Car lifters fitted i assume its 16a each, single phase with a 13A, 3 pin plug. I wired 2.5mm ring main twin and earth clipped on the wall to 2 x double sockets. I ll also be using Rcbo as they been fitted...
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    RCD size

    Hi all I was wondering if there exists RCD´s (especially type A) which are smaller than the regular DIN rail mountable. It should preferably be a 4 pole version. I have had no luck finding any smaller versions online and I am wondering if they even do exist. It is needed for an EV-Charger...
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    Cable size

    Hi everyone, Ive been asked by the customer to supply a 16mx8m metal shed, it will be used as for his hobby of working at old cars it will have 5 circuits, supply to another out building 50m away with a couple of sockets and 5 lights, prob 20amp be enough a ring main lighting circuit 6-8 led...
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    What size cable would you use????

    Hi all, Bit of a dilemma, hoping someone can help. Im running a supply to a garden out building, from a 40 amp RCD protected type b mcb at the main board. The first 8 meters or so are in twin and earth and will be in plastic conduit, the second lot of cable is swa, clipped direct to an outside...
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    UK What size transformer!

    Hi all, I have a new mixer it is 110v with 2000w motor and a 16amp socket, what Kva transformer do I need? I am not a sparks and electric is all magic to me!! Thanks

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