rewiring plug sockets query

namnok · 8 Jun 2009

hi

currently replacing my old alarm with an off the shelf, mains plug in job.

the old alarm is connected to the mains/switchbox via a fuse in the porch

i would like to convert the old mains cable to be the new plug socket for the alarm (all under the counter and out of view), but would like to extend that into another plug (on show that will be used for the lawn mower etc)

what's the best way to do this?

i was thinking of putting the mains to a junction box then 1 outlet to the socket that will power the alarm and another to the spare socket.
i have a 30 amp 3 terminal junction box

or can i put the mains directly to the 1st socket then add the 2nd one? will this effect anything if i ever trip the fuse?

many thanks

stephenf8542 · 8 Jun 2009

The socket will have to be rcd protected if you plan to use it for a lawnmower

ericmark · 8 Jun 2009

namnok said:
hi

currently replacing my old alarm with an off the shelf, mains plug in job.

the old alarm is connected to the mains/switchbox via a fuse in the porch

i would like to convert the old mains cable to be the new plug socket for the alarm (all under the counter and out of view), but would like to extend that into another plug (on show that will be used for the lawn mower etc)

what's the best way to do this?

i was thinking of putting the mains to a junction box then 1 outlet to the socket that will power the alarm and another to the spare socket.
i have a 30 amp 3 terminal junction box

or can i put the mains directly to the 1st socket then add the 2nd one? will this effect anything if i ever trip the fuse?

many thanks

For the alarm if you use something like Ali-tube cable you will not need a RCD although most alarms are battery backed anyway so no real problem having an RCD.

stephenf8542 said:
The socket will have to be rcd protected if you plan to use it for a lawnmower

Not sure what the lawnmower has to do with provision of RCD protection any socket under 20A unless specially designated and marked for example freezer supply has to be RCD protected. See 411.3.3

"In a.c. systems, additional protection by means of an RCD in accordance with Regulation 415.1 shall be provided for:
(i) socket-outlets with a rated current not exceeding 20 A that are for use by ordinary persons and are intended
for general use, and"

If you go to IET web site BS 7671:2008, Corrigendum (July 2008) has most of the rules for sockets at the end.

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rewiring plug sockets query

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