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Question I have is, is it ok to have x2 ring main circuits on one 32amp type B MCB??

If so does this meet the current regs.

TIA.
No not really, a circuit originate from 1 OCPD, secondly it's not a "Ring Main" it's a Ring Final Circuit RFC, pedantic but correct terminology counts these days.
 
Yes I have the regs book, which states final circuits should be connected to a seperate way in the CU. But I've seen so many others argue this is OK??
I'll reiterate, a circuit originates from an individual OCPD if some dipstick has decided to combine 2 RFCs into 1 circuit incorrectly then He / She needs to hang up their screwdrivers, and take up another Trade.
 
I've never seen many people argue that two ring finals one one MCB is a good idea.
I'm not saying it's correct just saying what I've seen. That's why I've asked the question to make sure its correct.
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I'll reiterate, a circuit originates from an individual OCPD if some dipstick has decided to combine 2 RFCs into 1 circuit incorrectly then He / She needs to hang up their screwdrivers, and take up another Trade.
Thanks for the advice it is much appreciated?
 
I'm not saying it's correct just saying what I've seen. That's why I've asked the question to make sure its correct.
Well no then it isn't
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I'm not saying it's correct just saying what I've seen. That's why I've asked the question to make sure its correct.
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Thanks for the advice it is much appreciated?
You are more than welcome Mate
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I'm not saying it's correct just saying what I've seen. That's why I've asked the question to make sure its correct.
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Thanks for the advice it is much appreciated?
See description of a circuit in OSG or BS 7671
 
You could put more than one radial on a MCB but its not good practice.
2 Rings on 32mcb is dangerous are you sure it's not 2 radials?

2 rings would have four wires goinging into a MCB

Some people spur off a MCB maybe it was that - 3 wires?
 
If there is a spare way in the CU then I would question why someone has decided to combine the two circuits. I recommend doing full set of dead tests before connecting up.
 
You could put more than one radial on a MCB but its not good practice.
2 Rings on 32mcb is dangerous are you sure it's not 2 radials?

2 rings would have four wires goinging into a MCB

Some people spur off a MCB maybe it was that - 3 wires?

Definitely two rings there are 4 cables in the MCB. I'm going to add another way and seperate them.
 
Looking at this thread there is argument that it is safe but not common
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I suppose you could argue it's just extending the Ring??? - 2 large rings would surely cause constant tripping.
 
I suppose you could argue it's just extending the Ring??? - 2 large rings would surely cause constant tripping.
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It's not the same as extending the ring.
 
I'm not saying I would do this because I wouldn't install like this, but I am going to play devils advocate.

Which regulations does such an arrangement breach?

And how would two ring final circuits installed in accordance with the regulations connected to the same 32A MCB be dangerous?

As I say I wouldn't do it, except as a temporary measure to restore supply, so I'm just curious about the thought process behind the statements.
 
In all honesty I cannot see anything in Bs7671 that this would contravene other than good workmanship. If it originates from one MCB it is a single circuit. Despite what has been said about it overloading there is no reason to assume it would be. A single ring with 10 double sockets could have 20 3kw heaters plugged into it.
Very poor practice though and it needs altering on that basis.
edit. Post crossed with Sparkychick who has reached the same conclusion.
 
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