Round Pin Sockets

[RDP]

Hi all,
Can someone please confirm for me, if it is a requirement for 2 amp round pin sockets (with shutters), to be on the RCD protected side of the CU, or can they simply be a part of the normal 6 amp lighting circuit on the unprotected side?

 

[Adam_151]

Working to BS7671:2001(2004) they don't need to be RCD protected, WRT BS7671:2008 I'd have to read the exact regulation again, but I think being of a type thats only compatable with plug tops found on lamp stands would be enough to meet the requirements of being for a specific purpose (though its a moot point anyway, the concealed cable would probably require RCD protetcion anyway...)

EDIT: Just put them on the normal lighting circuit... its what people will expect to find

 

[RDP]

Thanks. Will do.

 

[JohnD]

if they are on the lighting circuit as usual, then 5A sockets would be more appropriate than 2A