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A 6 and a 4 would probably squeeze in.How do you propose they terminate 2 × 6.0 into the terminals.
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A 6 and a 4 would probably squeeze in.How do you propose they terminate 2 × 6.0 into the terminals.
Most 20A DP switches suggest 2.5×3, 4.0×2 or 6.0×1. Suggesting they could squeeze in is hardly professional advice.A 6 and a 4 would probably squeeze in.
The Mk range of 20A DP switches designed for the connection of refrigerators, water heaters, central heating boilers and other fixed appliances.Most 20A DP switches suggest 2.5×3, 4.0×2 or 6.0×1. Suggesting they could squeeze is hardly professional advice.
But would 4mm twin and earth stranded copper cores cable be ok if i chose that. As an upgrade so it will be there if needed for future more power hungry appliances?I would expect 20A is enough as the fridge-freezer only takes significant power for short busts, and the two others combined are unlikely to be more than 20A, certainly not for long periods. In that case you can use 2.5mm cable and it is a lot easier to work with.
You would not want to work with 4mm single-strand anyway! The stranding makes it much easier to bend and less likely to fatigue crack as a result.
Yes, 4mm is good as you can do 25A in virtually all cases, and if not covered in thermal insulation, etc, then 32A.But would 4mm twin and earth stranded copper cores cable be ok if i chose that. As an upgrade so it will be there if needed for future more power hungry appliances?
Yes. We recently upgraded to the trendiswitches. They account for bigger diameter cable and multi cable also. Back boxes will be 40+ mm as this will just be its own radial for them only. And 3 cables in 2 of them. It will be all tested and certified. Just saves money end of day trying to do the bits myself. Very knowledgeable and good headed but very misunderstandings when it comes to cable needs in these modern times. But i appreciate all your expert help and knowledge. Thanks guys and girls!Yes, 4mm is good as you can do 25A in virtually all cases, and if not covered in thermal insulation, etc, then 32A.
Main issue is making sure that switches are rated to accept 2*4mm cables and you have back-boxes deep enough that it all fits without too much strain.
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