Some advice adding sockets

[FrankTabs]

Hello
I'm looking at adding more sockets to a bedroom, I notice the existing single socket has to cables running into it, would it be ok to add twin sockets to the end of each cable or do i need to add another bit of cable to complete the existing circuit?

Thanks for any advice

 

[Taylortwocities]

I notice the existing single socket has to cables running into it

Just to check, do you mean two cables?

If there are two cables, then it is likely that the original socket is on a ring final circuit. But you would need to test if this is the case. you'll need a multimeter that can test resistance and mains voltage. Do you have one?

As it is a ring, it is best to add the new sockets and unclude them as part of the ring.
You can add a socket to a ring as an addition (known as a spur) but you can only have one spur. it is not permitted to have a spur from a spur.

 

[Pete999]

Just to check, do you mean two cables?

If there are two cables, then it is likely that the original socket is on a ring final circuit. But you would need to test if this is the case. you'll need a multimeter that can test resistance and mains voltage. Do you have one?

As it is a ring, it is best to add the new sockets and unclude them as part of the ring.
You can add a socket to a ring as an addition (known as a spur) but you can only have one spur. it is not permitted to have a spur from a spur.

You can if you first fit a fused spur unit and then as many sockets as you want within reason Appenx15 BS7671

 

[Octopus]

Any RCD protection?

 

[telectrix]

best to employ the services of a local sparks. that way the alteration will be to current regulations, tested for safety, and a certificate provided. this could be critical if you came to sell the house.

 

[Spoon]

..it is best to add the new sockets and unclude them as part of the ring

Just to check, do you mean include them..?

 

[peterhyper]

Don't forget to issue yourself a minor works certificate.

 

[Taylortwocities]

Just to check, do you mean include them..?

Yugs

 

[FrankTabs]

Thanks for all your replies,
Yes two twin and earth cables going into a single socket, It's on an RCD board, haven't attempted it just yet, I do have a multimeter so will check what reading the circuit gives, but I was going to re-wire it as I found it, with an additional cable connecting the two sockets through two junction boxes to create the ring. I've done sockets before without issue, but not seen one on a ring before, so wanted to know the best way to do it. What resistance reading should I be looking for, 0.3 - 0.4?

 

[Spoon]

I've done sockets before without issue, but not seen one on a ring before, so wanted to know the best way to do it.

This sounds like an interesting comment. So what where the other circuits where you added extra sockets? How many wired did they have? What size cable?

 

[westward10]

Me thinks we should not impart too much advice on this.

 

[FrankTabs]

I did them with a qualified electrician, he took me though it, we added fused spurs, it was a few years back in different house, 2.5mm twin earth, I will be consulting an electrician, I'd just like to understand what will be required

 

[ipf]

I've done sockets before without issue, but not seen one on a ring before, so wanted to know the best way to do it. What resistance reading should I be looking for, 0.3 - 0.4?

Well, if they worked, you won't have had any issues......will you?....

 

[Pete999]

Thanks for all your replies,
Yes two twin and earth cables going into a single socket, It's on an RCD board, haven't attempted it just yet, I do have a multimeter so will check what reading the circuit gives, but I was going to re-wire it as I found it, with an additional cable connecting the two sockets through two junction boxes to create the ring. I've done sockets before without issue, but not seen one on a ring before, so wanted to know the best way to do it. What resistance reading should I be looking for, 0.3 - 0.4?

Frank with respect you shouldn't be attempting this work, as you obviously have very little knowledge of how to do this type of work, neither do you, by the sounds of it have the corect sort of test gear, do your self a favour and employ an Electrician to do these alterations for you.

 

[Risteard]

If there are two cables, then it is likely that the original socket is on a ring final circuit.

Really?

How many cables would you expect to find in the majority of points on a typical radial final circuit?

 

[FrankTabs]

I'll get in touch with my electrician and get more advice from him, thanks

 

[Pete999]

Just to check, do you mean two cables?

If there are two cables, then it is likely that the original socket is on a ring final circuit. But you would need to test if this is the case. you'll need a multimeter that can test resistance and mains voltage. Do you have one?

As it is a ring, it is best to add the new sockets and unclude them as part of the ring.
You can add a socket to a ring as an addition (known as a spur) but you can only have one spur. it is not permitted to have a spur from a spur.

Not true a Radial Final Socket Circuit will have 2 cables at all sockets, apart from the last one.

 

[Taylortwocities]

I was trying to simplify the process for the OP. That is why I said that it is necessary to test if this is the case.

I prefer to help the OP rather than snipe from the sidelines.

 

[Pete999]

I was trying to simplify the process for the OP. That is why I said that it is necessary to test if this is the case.

I prefer to help the OP rather than snipe from the sidelines.

Nobody is snipping Mate you were giving misleading advice that's all it happens to everyone from time to time, no need to loose yer rag if you get pulled up once in a while.

 

[Rpa07]

If there are two cables, then it is likely that the original socket is on a ring final circuit. But you would need to test if this is the case. you'll need a multimeter that can test resistance and mains voltage. Do you have one?

@Taylortwocities doesn’t need defending but he stated it would need testing. Posts need to be read before opinions are given.