spur of socket?

Question

can i run a triple socket (or a double and single)spurred of an existing ring socket., to run a fidge, freezer and dryer, as i have them next to each other(no other socket nearby ).hows best to do it?

Answer 1

No, what you are asking shouldn't be done.. A spur off of a 30amp ring main using 2.5mm flat twin and earth should have a max. of one double socket outlet. If a double socket outlet is added though you could use a twin outlet short trailing/extension lead (ideally with 1.5mm 3core flex) plugged into one of those outlets to give you a total of three sockets where you want them. If that were done I would plug the fridge and the freezer into the trailing double socket, and the dryer into the free outlet on the spur.

Answer 2

Rule Of Thumb: You can install a double socket as a spur off any double socket on a ring main, You cannot spur off a spur as you suggest, as the items you mention will create a high load and may damage the cable feeding the spur. Best bet for what you require is to break the ring and extend it to install a couple of extra point to cope with your requirements. Bottom line, if in doubt, consult a qualified sparky,.

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Answer 3

Under the latest amendment to the Wiring Regulations (commonly known as Part P) you are allowed to add additional spur sockets providing that the nuber of outlets on the spur does not exceed the number of outlets on the socket that you're taking the spur from.
BUT - you, as a DIY'er, are not permitted to undertake any suck work on your ring main in certain areas. Kitchens and other places where there is water are included in the restricted areas.

Your easiest solution in buy a socket expander (not a simple extension lead). This is usually a triple or quad outlet with pins on the back that plugs into an existing socket and sits over the top of it. There's no trailing lead. When fitted it looks just like a multi-way socket that's sticking proud of the wall by about an inch.
Usually available from places like B%Q.

Answer 4

You can run a double socket as a spur from an exiating double as long as the existing double is on a ring. If it only has one set of wires going into it, then it is already a spur and you cannot spur off it. If it has 2 sets of wires going into it, then it is indeed on a ring. Make the spur connection as a third set of wires into the socket in 2.5 mm T&E. Don't forget the earth sleeving. The other end has to be a double or a triple, but NOT a double and a single, as this would entail a spur off a spur.

Answer 5

you're in ordinary terms allowed one socket unit on a spur from the hoop considerable, yet limitless sockets truthfully on the hoop. this is because of the fact electrical energy is presented to any ring sockets from the two guidelines, yet in ordinary terms from one for a spur socket. the reason you utilize a socket to attach the spur to is only to spare the price of a junction container and the upheaval to the decor. you nevertheless desire speedy get admission to to the junction container to envision for faults or to check out overheating there. make specific that the junction boxes are properly rated - ideally 20A or 30A (the fee of the fuse or holiday of the hoop considerable circuit). it is likewise extra powerful to no longer harm the hoop circuit in case you are able to - only strip the twine particularly than cut back it. additionally make specific that any paintings you do is the two examined by employing a qualified electrician or it exchange into finished better than 2 years in the past if absolutely everyone asks.

Answer 6

Split the circuit at the existing socket and feed to and from the existing socket to the triple socket, it means refeeding one side but it maintains a true ring.

Answer 7

when i did some electrical work i found this site very helpful

give it a go

http://www.diydoctor.org.uk/projects/ringmain.htm

Answer 8

if you are a qualified electrician YES, if not definitely NO!
that's the law!
sorry to be blunt.