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[JohnW2]

Interesting that MK specify 3 x 2.5 mm², when there is room for 3 x 4 mm².

Yes, we've discussed that before. I suspect that they didn't think that anyone would want more than 3 conductors, so really meant "at least 3 x 2.5mm²". In my (limited) experience, there is no problem getting 4 x 2.5mm² conductors into MK ones (and many others).

Kind Regards, John

 

[EFLImpudence]

Interesting that MK specify 3 x 2.5 mm², when there is room for 3 x 4 mm².

Well, you say 'specify'.

If you just regard it as useful information, it is true.
However, if it takes 12mm² (3 x 4 or 2 x 6) without a struggle then it doesn't take much thought to realise it will take more than three 2.5s - possibly five (or even more).

 

[Risteard]

So what I have said about BS1363 and manufacturers' instructions has been proven entirely correct.

 

[EFLImpudence]

That depends on whether they are, indeed, 'instructions' or, as I said, merely information.

 

[stillp]

So what I have said about BS1363 and manufacturers' instructions has been proven entirely correct.

No, the absence of permission to do 'something' does not mean that 'something' is prohibited.