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Post subject: electric cable

Posted: Tue Jul 27, 2010 11:36 am

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hi does anyone know what thickness SWA 3 core cable i would need to supply a static caravan?

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Post subject: Re: electric cable

Posted: Tue Jul 27, 2010 11:52 am

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Depends on the run length.

Normally the static is wired for a 32A connection and 2.5mm csa will suffice (unless you're running the cable around the garden a few times.... :lol:

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Post subject: Re: electric cable

Posted: Tue Jul 27, 2010 1:01 pm

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it has to run 70 meters, does this mean i would need thicker?

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Post subject: Re: electric cable

Posted: Tue Jul 27, 2010 1:09 pm

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At full (32A) load you will need 10mm cable to prevent volt drop exceeding permitted.

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Posted: Tue Jul 27, 2010 1:32 pm

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thanks you've been a great help

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