Kitchen on a 20a Radial

[TheCodboy]

Hi all, just looking for your thoughts on this. Been to look at a job where there is existing kitchen wiring that needs moved about etc. Having looked at it, rather than extend cables etc im going to pull a new circuit in for the kitchen. Currently the DB has no RCD coverage, so im putting a new board in too. So, my question to you guys is, in the kitchen there is 2 double sockets to be installed at bench height and 3 singles sockets for washing machine, dishwasher and fridge freezer. I'm pulling new in anyway, but do you think a 20A 2.5mm radial will suffice? Or should i just go with a RFC? Just looking for your thoughts on this matter as i know some sparks are moving away from traditional RFC to radials.

 

[Pete999]

Yeah i was looking at that chart before
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Maybe cutting it fine with the 20a radial. RFC it is then!

Or a 32Amp OCPD Wired in 4mm2 Governing documentation Appendix 15 BS7671

 

[Taylortwocities]

Or a 32Amp OCPD Wired in 4mm2 Governing documentation Appendix 15 BS7671

As already suggested by both of us ( posts 2&4).

 

[Pete999]

As already suggested by both of us ( posts 2&4).

Agree TTC some people just don't read the thread through, me included some times, anyway Anyway a reminder here and there never hurt anyone, did it?

 

[davesparks]

Is that not just a cooking appliance?

Yes the 2kW recommendation does refer specifically to cookers, ovens and hobs.
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That's why I stated "it's a recommendation"

A recommendation for cookers, ovens and hobs over 2kW, not for all appliances which is how your post comes across.

 

[Timbo]

Remember if you have an appliance 2KW, or over the recommendations are to install it on a dedicated circuit. just saying.

I ain't putting a special radial in for my 3kW kettle! ?

 

[Pete999]

I ain't putting a special radial in for my 3kW kettle! ?

A kettle isn't a fixed appliance is it Timbo?

 

[Timbo]

A kettle isn't a fixed appliance is it Timbo?

Hey, Pete, you didn't mention fixed appliances! ?
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Remember if you have an appliance 2KW, or over the recommendations are to install it on a dedicated circuit. just saying.

 

[Pete999]

Hey, Pete, you didn't mention fixed appliances! ?
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I know Mate sorry for confusion, but you must have realised what was meant

 

[Scotsman2k6]

Tumble dryer, washing machine, dish washer on a 32A radial, depending on power usage. Then fridge on its own 10A, depending on its power usage. Then a 20A radial for worktop sockets if you are using high power rated appliances, like kettle, microwave, etc would be okay. Rings have had there day in my opinion.

 

[timhoward]

Tumble dryer, washing machine, dish washer on a 32A radial, depending on power usage. Then fridge on its own 10A, depending on its power usage. Then a 32A radial for worktop sockets if you are using high power rated appliances, like kettle, microwave, etc.

Welcome! It's worth checking the date on threads pal, as this was a question back in May, and probably been sorted by now.

 

[Scotsman2k6]

Welcome! It's worth checking the date on threads pal, as this was a question back in May, and probably been sorted by now.

Sorry Tim. Just sharing knowledge. May have been sorted but may still be wrong. Food for thought for the future.

 

[timhoward]

Sorry Tim. Just sharing knowledge. May have been sorted but may still be wrong. Food for thought for the future.

No worries! Always plenty of ways to skin the proverbial cat, all with their own pros and cons!