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is it acceptable to have kitchen appliances on a radial circuit?

Anonymous user 15/03/2024 - 2.45 PM

Hi, I'm looking to have my kitchen rewired but want to understand what to ask for and what is allowed. I have dishwasher 2.3kw, washing machine 1kw, fan 190w, gas hob ignition. I'm thinking 4mm radial with 2.5mm spurs from 4 jbs to 4 fcu then 4 sockets. jbs would be accessible under kitchen cabinets. 4mm cable run approx 12m to first jb with 7m run in loft clipped and under 100mm insulation. Two twin wall sockets on separate ring final. Oven on own radial. Many thanks in advance.

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DEACON ELECTRICAL SERVICES

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Grimsby
1. You can’t spur off with 2.5 off of 4mm as if it’s a 32 amp it’s higher than the current carrying capacity of 2.5 mm. 2. What sort of protective device are you using? 3. Hope you have an RCD backing all this up? 4. Why are you using j/bs under the kitchen cabinets? 5. Keep the cables away from the insulation as it de rates the cables. 6. Why don’t you use a ring circuit? That way it’s all 2.5 same size mcb. 7. Why not get a registered electrician to design, install, and most importantly test this issue you a certificate. Get any of the afore mentioned points wrong and god forbid something happens due to what you have done I.e. a diy job, your house insurance is null and void. Hope this answers your points.
Answered6 February 2019
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Anonymous user

I cannot stress enough how electrics is not for DIY enthusiasts. Its a life and death situation if anything goes wrong; which you most definitely would be prosecuted. Don't mean to offend or undermine in any way, just intent on safeguarding human life. I'd definitely recommend getting a qualified electrician in to give you the advice you need. Thanks
Answered7 February 2019
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