Gasman1015 said:I recall reading somewhere 3 metres, cannot remember where at the moment, so don't quote me on it.
do you mean the meter? having a cu outside doesn't sound too good.Desie said:3 metres sounds okay. The cU is in the cellar and the DNO are coming to move it to the outside of the house.
I know, but do they still do this? it sounds a bit backwards if they do. And i certainly wouldnt have a CU MOVED from inside to outside!securespark said:I know countless 100's that are installed in an extenal meter cabinet...
crafty1289 said:I know, but do they still do this? it sounds a bit backwards if they do. And i certainly wouldnt have a CU MOVED from inside to outside!securespark said:I know countless 100's that are installed in an extenal meter cabinet...
We aren't concerned with the size of the cables, its the TYPE of cable that I think is the issue. Obviously having single cores flying about the place with no protection (other than a slow-blow (in my limited experience) 100A fuse) is not a good idea for long runs. So most DNOs will demand Armoured cable for runs above 2-3 metres, so if someone cuts a live, they cut the others and it will blow the fuse immediately. The switchfuse is still required, and is usually used to terminate the SWA onto.WSDLTD said:there is no maximum length now that they have been uprated to 25mm there used to be 2 metre max or u had to have a isolator in line
If you need to find a tradesperson to get your job done, please try our local search below, or if you are doing it yourself you can find suppliers local to you.
Select the supplier or trade you require, enter your location to begin your search.
Are you a trade or supplier? You can create your listing free at DIYnot Local