Main cable tails to supply

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Using 25mm tails what is the cable length limit from the supply to the consumer unit please? I need to move a consumer unit appx. 4metres from the meter.

The tails will run under the floor and then inside an internal stud wall
 
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Ask your DNO, most will say something around 3m

Though at 4m, I'm not sure its a big problem I'm not sure they'd get a measuring tape out and measure the exact length!

How are the tails run? surface trunking?

Are you aware of the technical and legal consideratios when moving a CU?
 
I've heard different DNO's have a different limits.

You'll have to Contact your DNO to find out.

Beleive it's usually around 3 meters





"edit" damn too slow :D
 
Surely it is not good practice to be installing tails in this manner with nothing more than the suppliers fuse for protection?
 
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My DNO (WPD) say any length, it is our part of the install, and as long as it complies to BS7671.......

I prefer tails to be short and seen.
 

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