3036 with RCD

[kant]

Can any one tell me if i need to put rcd on 3036 cu if I am just changing socket faces cause i was told i did?

 

[IQ Electrical]

Do cables buried at less than 50mm on a PIR mean an RCD should be present. Not sure it does. Otherwise 90 % of DBs in UK would need replacing. Sockets should always have an RCD but lack of them on a PIR does not constitute a code 1 unless external sockets lack RCD protection.

Dolph, do you have a 17th edition qualification?

Cables buried at depths of less than 50mm without earthed metallic sheaths etc. should always be a code 4 on a PIR!

Of course the DB would not need to be replaced!

Lack of rcd protection to sockets not expected to supply equipment outdoors would be a code 4 and a code 2 if outdoor equipment was expected to be supplied.

It is really important to get basic regulation information right before posting advice.

Have a read of this: http://www.esc.org.uk/pdfs/business-and-community/electrical-industry/BPG4_08.pdf it should be of some assistance.

 

[Dolph Lundgren]

Think we may have wires crossed, I was simply stating that a DB would would not need replacing with the 50mm reg etc etc. You'd be surprised how many sparkys think it does!


Yes I do have a 17th ed qualification, but thanks for the link anyway.

Codes regarding socket outlets will be altering next year when the new EICR will be launched replacing PIRs. But that's for another day I guess.

And as regards correct info is'nt that the point of a forum. To learn and share ideas?


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