Sy cable for catering trailer

[Charlene Woodman]

I recently bought a catering trailer and have been advised I need to have it re wired using SY cable.
I can't find much information about this and want to make sure I am going to be getting the right thing done.

Thank you for any replies ?

 

[westward10]

Moved from DIY for more responses.

 

[telectrix]

SY is definitely a NO-NO.

 

[DPG]

I believe it should be wired in flexible cables, but NOT SY.

 

[Charlene Woodman]

I believe it should be wired in flexible cables, but NOT SY.

Thank you can you recommend what the cable is called please we bought it and it is currently wired with household cable sorry I don't know the name of it

 

[Charlene Woodman]

I believe it should be wired in flexible cables, but NOT SY.

Thank you do you know what wires I need

 

[DPG]

I believe the regulation for this is 717.52.2 in the current (18th) regs.

 

[telectrix]

H07RN perhaps, with all ends ferruled

 

[ruston]

OP, have a look at this regarding SY cable.

Prysmian Group | Cables, Energy & Telecom Solutions

Prysmian Group | Cables, Energy & Telecom Solutions

www.whyprysmian.co.uk

 

[Strima]

As @DPG has alluded to:



The supply cable, between the power source and trailer, should be H07RN-F cable.

The internal wiring cable should be flexible cable, same stuff as used in extension leads etc, which uses fine stranded cable. Using standard domestic twin and earth cable is a no no as it has solid strands and is prone to breaking due to vibrations when the vehicle is moving.

Most SY cable in the UK is not suitable for mains applications and doesn't meet current UK wiring standards.

 

[Mike Johnson]

This may help:

Campsite Electricity - The Camping and Caravanning Club

Looking for advice on electricity while camping? This guide provides details of the kit to use, what checks you should carry out and the limitations of the supply in the UK and mainland Europe.

www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk

 

[Charlene Woodman]

As @DPG has alluded to:

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The supply cable, between the power source and trailer, should be H07RN-F cable.

The internal wiring cable should be flexible cable, same stuff as used in extension leads etc, which uses fine stranded cable. Using standard domestic twin and earth cable is a no no as it has solid strands and is prone to breaking due to vibrations when the vehicle is moving.

Most SY cable in the UK is not suitable for mains applications and doesn't meet current UK wiring standards.

Thank you that's very helpful ?