What kW shower can I have with 10mm cable?

Showers up to 12.5kw should carry a 10mm cable to units within 35 metres of the fuseboard. Fuses and switches should be rated at 50 amps.

Can I run a 10.8 kW shower on 10mm cable?

As a rule of thumb yes the cable will certainly need to be 10mm for that rated shower.

Is 6mm cable OK for a 9.5 kW shower?

You could get away with a 6mm cable for a 9.5kW shower. Rating of cable reference method 1 47A. Rating of shower 41.3A. It really would be best to ask the question before you install any cable.

Can I run a 10.5 kW shower on 6mm cable?

It is quite possible, that with a 45A or 50A protective device and favourable cable installation method, 6mm T&E will suffice.

What is 10mm cable used for?

10mm earth cable is suitable for fixed wiring of electrical equipment, lighting and household appliances Usually used for grounding wires.

Normally just install 10mm for showers. Tsunami plumbing!!!

What size cable do I need for a 8.5 kW shower?

6mm cable, depending on the run, is likely to be fine for an 8.5kW shower.

What size cable do I need for a 7.5 kW shower?

A 7.5kw shower can be supplied using a 4mm cable, but for 8.5kw, you will need at least 6mm cable. Changing the fuse/circuit breaker would allow the shower to work but the cable could overheat and presents a fire risk.

What size breaker do I need for a 9.5 kW shower?

If the shower is rated at 9.5Kw at 240V then based on the nominal voltage of 230V the shower would work out at about 37.95A. At 240V it comes to just under 40A so the 40A OCPD is fine.

What circuit breaker do I need for a 10.8 kW shower?

When replacing a 9.5kW electric shower with a 10.8kW, the MCB tips out each time it's used. Why is this? First, check the MCB current rating; a shower of this kilowatt rating should have a 45 amp.

How many amps does a 10kw shower use?

Depends on the exact voltage at the location, could be anywhere between 39- 42 amps in reality. Lack of planning on your part doesn't make it an emergency on mine.... 40a breaker is fine. In this I believe that you are mistaken.

How many amps is a 10.5 kW shower?

A 10.5kW shower is only 45A.

What size cable is needed for a 9kw shower?

Electric Shower Power Ratings and Power Cable Information

Showers up to 9kw may carry a 6mm cable as long as the shower unit is within 18 meters of the fuseboard. Fuses and switches should be rated at 40 amps. Showers up to 12.5kw should carry a 10mm cable to units within 35 metres of the fuseboard.

What size breaker do I need for a 9.8 kw shower?

"Hi, a 9.8kW shower would require a minimum of 10mm cable supplying it, with a 45A breaker from the consumer unit.

What size cable do I need for an electric shower?

In some cases 6mm cable will be adequate for a shower rated up to 8kW. For showers above 8kW it may be necessary to install 10mm cable.

How many amps can 10mm Armoured cable take?

how many amps can 10mm armoured cable take? 10mm2 armoured cable can take 75 amps.

Can an 8.5 kW shower on a 6mm cable?

Yes Carl, definitely 6mm cable will be fine. In fact it often will do an 8.5 kw shower entire supply.

What kW can a 6mm cable take?

Well 6mm tandE takes 47A... IF clipped direct, and not to0 long of a run, say about 10-15meters. That means that 6mm is ok for 10.5KW showers (SOMETIMES).

Is a 9.5 kW shower powerful?

From 9.0kW up to 10.8kW electric showers

Most people associate a higher kW rate with a better shower. The higher power means a consistently greater flow of water at your selected temperature which can give a real luxury experience.

What is the cable size for 40 amps?

40 AMP Wire Size

For a maximum of 40 amps, you'll need a wire gauge of 8. Many electric cooking appliances require 40 amps such as electric cooktops.

What RCD to use in shower?

For new installations, a 30 mA Residual Current Device (RCD) must be incorporated into the electrical supply to the shower in accordance with the current wiring regulations. When replacing an existing electric shower, we recommend that a 30 mA RCD is fitted if not already provided.

Can I use 10mm cable for cooker?

No domestic induction cookers require 10mm cable. Domestic cookers are usually on a 32a MCB.