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BS 8436 Cable

Jonesy over 5 years ago

Hi all I am new to the Forum.

I have a question regarding BS 8436 Compliant Cables. I am aware iof the requirement to protect circuits wired in BS 8436 Cables with "B" Type devices etc due to the requirement to limit fault current in the event of the cable being penetrated by a nail or a screw. However, what if you install the cable clipped direct to the surface and on Cable Tray or basket where the risk of accidental penetration is very low, would it them be acceptable to protect the circuit with "C" Type devices?

I have hunted high and low on the internet for an solution but have failed to find a definitive answer.

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Andy

Thank you for your reply.

I am happy to go with the BS 8436 requirement and specify the cable where I can and, as you suggest, design my way around the problem using experience and some "outside the box" thinking.
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0 Jonesy over 5 years ago

Andy

Thank you for your reply.

I am happy to go with the BS 8436 requirement and specify the cable where I can and, as you suggest, design my way around the problem using experience and some "outside the box" thinking.
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