6mm^2 current capability

[AndyPRK]

Hi.

Could someone tell me what the maximum current capability would be for 6mm cable installed in the best installation method.

Just wondering if a 40 or 45A MCB could be fitted.

For a replacement Hob.

Thanks


Note to self (wylex,crabtree,volex) don't do 45A

 

[EFLImpudence]

6mm² clipped to surface OR buried in masonry/plaster - 47A.

32A MCB will be adequate for any domestic cooker (hob plus oven) that is available.

So, clipped to surface or buried in masonry/plaster - 4mm² cable will be adequate, but everyone still uses 6mm² because that's what they do and they hanker for the days of rewireable fuses when it was required.

 

[AndyPRK]

Thanks. Just rechecked the instructions and it says 32A MCB. (must have been a different one which requested 45A)

Interesting to know the answer to the question though, thank you