Wiring Plugs and lights in to garage.

[John Sheehan]

Hi, I am in the process of converting my garage in to a living space and am just after confirming I am configuring the plugs and lights correctly before going ahead. I will be getting it all tested by a qualified electrician once completed, but am looking to do the work myself. I am competent with running wiring and ensuring connections are secure etc as am an IT technician by trade so know my way around cabling generally.

There is already an electrical connection coming in to the garage from the main fuse box in the house so I will be using this. I'll be having 2 bog standard ceiling lights with individual switches, and 2x2way plug sockets. There will be a tumble dryer in there and likely 2x500w oil heaters and then general tv, xbox, phone charger etc. I've been looking at the following consumer unit:

Axiom Metal 17th Edition Amendment 3 Garage Consumer Unit - https://www.toolstation.com/axiom-metal-17th-edition-amendment-3-garage-consumer-unit/p24537

Would this be sufficient/appropriate for my needs?

As far as wiring, my plan was to run the 2 lights off of the 6a, and then the 2 plugs off of the 32a fuse. I've drawn a very basic diagram here :

The other real question I would like to confirm is what cable rating I would need for all of this? Would any twin and earth be sufficient? This for example:

Twin & Earth Cable (6242Y) Grey - https://www.toolstation.com/twin-earth-cable-6242y-grey/p26103

Any advice is greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
John

 

[telectrix]

you plan looks IK, but please get electrician in from the start. the work is notifiable to BC.

 

[Pete999]

Hi, I am in the process of converting my garage in to a living space and am just after confirming I am configuring the plugs and lights correctly before going ahead. I will be getting it all tested by a qualified electrician once completed, but am looking to do the work myself. I am competent with running wiring and ensuring connections are secure etc as am an IT technician by trade so know my way around cabling generally.

There is already an electrical connection coming in to the garage from the main fuse box in the house so I will be using this. I'll be having 2 bog standard ceiling lights with individual switches, and 2x2way plug sockets. There will be a tumble dryer in there and likely 2x500w oil heaters and then general tv, xbox, phone charger etc. I've been looking at the following consumer unit:

Axiom Metal 17th Edition Amendment 3 Garage Consumer Unit - https://www.toolstation.com/axiom-metal-17th-edition-amendment-3-garage-consumer-unit/p24537

Would this be sufficient/appropriate for my needs?

As far as wiring, my plan was to run the 2 lights off of the 6a, and then the 2 plugs off of the 32a fuse. I've drawn a very basic diagram here :

The other real question I would like to confirm is what cable rating I would need for all of this? Would any twin and earth be sufficient? This for example:

Twin & Earth Cable (6242Y) Grey - https://www.toolstation.com/twin-earth-cable-6242y-grey/p26103

Any advice is greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
John

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What type, size is the cable that is supplying the existing electrics in the Garage, also what size is the OCPD covering that supply? Plus why a 32 Amp OCPD for the sockets?

 

[Bobster]

The EIC your "electrician" will be signing off has a part mentioning design.

Let him design it for you. After all it's his name on the certificate.

As has already been stated, this work is notifiable to building control.

 

[The_apprentice2.0]

Hi, I am in the process of converting my garage in to a living space and am just after confirming I am configuring the plugs and lights correctly before going ahead. I will be getting it all tested by a qualified electrician once completed, but am looking to do the work myself. I am competent with running wiring and ensuring connections are secure etc as am an IT technician by trade so know my way around cabling generally.

There is already an electrical connection coming in to the garage from the main fuse box in the house so I will be using this. I'll be having 2 bog standard ceiling lights with individual switches, and 2x2way plug sockets. There will be a tumble dryer in there and likely 2x500w oil heaters and then general tv, xbox, phone charger etc. I've been looking at the following consumer unit:

Axiom Metal 17th Edition Amendment 3 Garage Consumer Unit - https://www.toolstation.com/axiom-metal-17th-edition-amendment-3-garage-consumer-unit/p24537

Would this be sufficient/appropriate for my needs?

As far as wiring, my plan was to run the 2 lights off of the 6a, and then the 2 plugs off of the 32a fuse. I've drawn a very basic diagram here :

The other real question I would like to confirm is what cable rating I would need for all of this? Would any twin and earth be sufficient? This for example:

Twin & Earth Cable (6242Y) Grey - https://www.toolstation.com/twin-earth-cable-6242y-grey/p26103

Any advice is greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
John

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I would also recommend getting a spark in to design for you and if they're happy for you to do so you can then complete the work to their specs, be careful on what cable you are going to use for the sockets, especially if your plan is to run a radial from a 32amp breaker ??

 

[Spoon]

you plan looks IK, but please get electrician in from the start. the work is notifiable to BC.

2.5mm cable on a 32A radial socket circuit... You sure the OPs plan looks ok mate?

 

[John Sheehan]

Thank you very much for your replies.

You seem surprised at the 32a breaker. This was why I came here to check I would be using the correct spec items. Is 32a too high for it's intended use? Would this be more appropriate?

https://www.NoLinkingToThis/p/chint-nx3-5-module-2-way-populated-garage-consumer-unit/9864v

Has a 16a one instead of the 32a.

Is 2.5mm cable not suitable for plug sockets? Ex's father was a builder and whenever I helped him out he always used 2.5mm for plugs. Well, he actually used it for everything from wiring to tying the boot door down when picking up a sofa, haha.

Thanks again, much appreciated.

John.

 

[Strima]

2.5mm cable doesn't ave suitable current carrying capacity for use on a 32 amp radial circuit.

Please consult a local electrician to help you with this.

 

[45140]

John,

You are clearly not competent as a designer or indeed as an installer. With respect being an IT technician this confers no competence in domestic wiring.

Also can you explain how you will comply with the Wiring Regulations in respect of the testing of the circuits and the bringing of the new work into service as you cannot sign off the Electrical Installation Certificate, neither are you deemed able to undertake the Inspection and Testing.

 

[Spoon]

Also can you explain how you will comply with the Wiring Regulations in respect of the testing of the circuits and the bringing of the new work into service as you cannot sign off the Electrical Installation Certificate, neither are you deemed able to undertake the Inspection and Testing.

I will be getting it all tested by a qualified electrician once completed,

OP: Which does beg the question, why are you not asking the electrician who will be putting his name to this work? He should be your first point of contact, not us.