Reply to post: Re: Only in a UK domestic application

Computer shuts down when foreman leaves the room: Ghost in the machine? Or an all-too-human bit of silliness?

John Brown (no body) Silver badge

Re: Only in a UK domestic application

UK ring mains are 24A or 32A for power sockets. A ring is only allowed to serve up to 100 Sq metres, after that you need a separate ring. Also, each floor will have it's own ring. High current device such as electric cookers or showers will have their own 30A spur. In more modern builds, the kitchen may have its own ring separate from the rest of that floor.

I'm less happy about unfused devices on German spurs relying on a 16A breaker instead of a fuse rated properly for the device that is plugged in.

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