Twisted solid copper wire. Discussion ThreadTwisted solid copper wire. Electrical Advice
Hello,
When I bought my flat it came with all wiring installed (220V). When I looked at consumer unit I noticed that wiring is done with twisted solid copper wire. This means that they took 2x1.5mm as Live and 2x1.5mm as Neutral
something like this but solid copper instead of stranded. I have few questions:
1. I know that 2x1.5 does not equate to 3mm, but is it safe to assume that this setup can safely pass 25A?
2. Is there generally a huge problem with the way it is done?
3. What is the best way to connect these wires to MCBs or Neutral bar. At the moment the ends are just hand twisted and inserted directly under screw. One option I was thinking to use 3 connector WAGO, but they are only 20A. Another option is to twist the ends with drill and then to use ferrules.
Thanks
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Hello,
When I bought my flat it came with all wiring installed (220V). When I looked at consumer unit I noticed that wiring is done with twisted solid copper wire. This means that they took 2x1.5mm as Live and 2x1.5mm as Neutral
something like this but solid copper instead of stranded. I have few questions:
1. I know that 2x1.5 does not equate to 3mm, but is it safe to assume that this setup can safely pass 25A?
2. Is there generally a huge problem with the way it is done?
3. What is the best way to connect these wires to MCBs or Neutral bar. At the moment the ends are just hand twisted and inserted directly under screw. One option I was thinking to use 3 connector WAGO, but they are only 20A. Another option is to twist the ends with drill and then to use ferrules.
Thanks
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