5 Amp Lighting Sockets Help.

[johnboy6083]

malc did mention that an RCD may still be needed for the cable.

 

[malcolmsanford]

hi malc but if the cables are installed at a depth of less than 50mm and not mechanically protected for the whole of the circuit then RCD needed i think mate

Though the RCD protection my still be needed for the cable and regulation 526.6.6. From my original post Karl.

Reg 411.3.3 states sockets for "general use". Is that general use as in use by anyone in general or general as in equipment, ie vacuum cleaner, hair dryer Television etc etc.

I would have thought that it meant by use by anyone in general as the exception part of the reg states a labelled socket. Just wanted to throw something out here to see if it provoked a thought, as I'm sure there maybe some that would interpret the reg as I highlighted in my OP.

 

[brucelee]

sorry malc

i didnt read your original post with regard to rcd it was late last night and was jumping in lol