Can you wire a double socket with one cable?
If you are wondering whether you can swap any single socket for a double, then the answer is yes, providing the existing socket is the only one on that spur (wire feed) from the ring main.
What Colour is the live wire in South Africa?
brown
In South Africa these wires are identified as follows: brown – LIVE (PHASE) blue – NEUTRAL. green/yellow – EARTH.
Can you wire a socket from another socket?
The easiest way of connecting into a ring circuit is to run a spur cable from the terminals of an existing socket – but you can’t connect it to any socket. The IEE Wiring Regulations are very specific about this. You mustn’t run a spur from a socket that’s already on a spur, or that already supplies a spur.
Can you turn a single socket into a double socket?
Replacing a socket or converting a single socket into a double are simple jobs. Sockets can be surface or flush mounted.
Can you spur off a socket twice?
A spur can be connected to an existing socket, on either a ring main or a radial circuit, providing that socket does not already have a spur. That is only one spur per socket is allowed and the number of spurs must not exceed the number of sockets.
How do I connect a new socket or switch to an accessory?
This gasket must therefore be placed over the wires before they are connected to the accessory. Connect the new socket or switch as shown in the appropriate wiring diagram in these fitting instructions taking care that only the copper conductor (s) enter the terminals.
How do you wire a decorative socket to the wall?
Important: Metal decorative sockets and switches must be correctly earthed. This is achieved by connecting the fixed earth wire to the earth terminal on the socket or switch and then connecting a short length of wire from this terminal to the earth terminal in the wall box. Use appropriate green/yellow sleeving if required.
What size wire do I need for a socket?
Many sockets are designed to take up to 2 x 6 mm² wires and fitting a single 1.5 mm² wire may result in lack of grip. Folding them can help get the extra thickness.
What should I look for when wiring a socket or switch?
Always use the correct type of cable that is rated appropriately. The terminal layout may vary from one socket or switch to another, therefore carefully check the location of the terminal connections before wiring. For sockets and switches supplied with a clear plastic gasket, position it between the wall and the accessory.