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Electricity in my shed...

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  • 04-05-2015 12:09am
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    pow230
    Registered Users Posts: 4 ✭


    Hi. I know this question has been asked a few times before but want to get some feedback on my plan. I want to put a couple of lights and sockets in my shed. Can anyone see any issue with the below plan.
    Install a 40amp MCB in my main board, run 3x2.5 SWA (10 meters) to a 2 way consumer unit in the shed with A 40amp RCD. Then have a 10amp MCB for a couple of lights on 1.5 t&e and 20amp MCB for some sockets on 2.5 t&e. Thoughts? and thanks in advance.
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    Risteard81
    Registered Users Posts: 2,567 ✭✭✭Risteard81


    You should engage a competent person to design, construct, inspect and test this installation. Furthermore, within the 26-Counties you are required by law to use a Registered Electrical Contractor for any Restricted Electrical Works.


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    2011
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    pow230 wrote: »
    Install a 40amp MCB in my main board, run 3x2.5 SWA (10 meters) to a 2 way consumer unit in the shed with A 40amp RCD

    I agree with Risteard81

    Suggesting that you protect a 2.5 mm sq. cable with a 40A MCB demonstrates that this is beyond your ability.
    You should not be attempting to carry out any work on a distribution board.

    Apart from the legalities of this someone could get seriously hurt, or worse. For your own good employ the services of a qualified electrician.


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