2volts on a disconnected cable?!?

[simo1991]

I've recently been sent to complete a re wire for another contractor and there is a cable which isn't connected to the consumer unit which shows 2volts on it! is there a reason for this? I'd it potentially dangerous? How can I correct it? It's on one leg off the ring main in the kitchen. Any information would be appreciated I've tested it with my digital multi meter and done a insulation resistance test on IT also which shows its all fine.

 

[LeeH]

Try an analogue meter.

 

[simo1991]

A phantom voltage.

 

[davesparks]

So if it has registered as a phantom voltage then what is the point of this thread?

 

[PEG]

So if it has registered as a phantom voltage then what is the point of this thread?

...To educate,inform and entertain,or why do we bother? :happy:

 

[Rockingit]

Well that's 30secs of my life reading this thread that I'm unlikely to get back again. Jeez.

 

[7029 dave]

Inductance. 2v defo

 

[cprfenom]

Induced E.M.F. maybe?

OOOOOO love it when you talk technically