NVQ portfolio help - flat profile pvc cable

[Hectorhill]

I'm completing my NVQ portfolio and there's just one task I'm stuck on (so far) Was hoping someone may be able to help.

1) I need an example of an installation or use for pvc/pvc FLAT profile cable that I can write about.

Ive done commercial work mainly so something that ties into that kind of role would be ideal as I'll need to blag a picture etc. I've looked around the internet but there doesn't seem to be much about it.

any help would be really appreciated.

thanks

 

[Brightspark2]

That is its intended purpose.



Because of cost - not because it is the right product.



Fault levels and a number of other factors, including reduced csa of the cpc and the limited mechanical protection afforded by it. It shouldn't be used outside of domestic installations.

Fault levels?

What's the problem with reduced sized cpc?.
This is method used all over Industry

Why does it need additional mechanical protection in an office building?

What installation method would you use?

Yes it is a cost effective way. You just said you'd like to think it wasn't being used to wire offices, I was just pointing out that it's used every where.

I don't agree with you that it is a domestic cable though, it's like saying SWA is an industrial cable. A cable isnt designated to one sector, they have different properties and uses.

Just difference in opinions though...

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[telectrix]

agree with that. as long as the cable is suitable for it's intended use and the environment it's installed within, then there's no rerason not to use T/E in offices etc.

 

[Risteard]

What installation method would you use?

Not least to prevent premature collapse in the event of fire, steel trunking with preferably steel conduit drops or alternatively PVC conduit drops (with galv. saddles). All wired in 6491B singles.

I must disagree that T&E is intended for use outside of domestic premises. It may well be used that way, but it certainly is not intended for that use.

 

[ipf]

Not least to prevent premature collapse in the event of fire, steel trunking with preferably steel conduit drops or alternatively PVC conduit drops (with galv. saddles). All wired in 6491B singles.

I must disagree that T&E is intended for use outside of domestic premises. It may well be used that way, but it certainly is not intended for that use.

I must say, that is the preferable way but numerous commercial job specifications include provision for T+E, mostly LSF.
Can't say I've ever come across a domestic property wired in low smoke....must be some, I don't doubt, but rare.

 

[derek]

I must say, that is the preferable way but numerous commercial job specifications include provision for T+E, mostly LSF.
Can't say I've ever come across a domestic property wired in low smoke....must be some, I don't doubt, but rare.

Most, if not all, higher end residential properties have specifications for LS0H cable, at least that has been my experience.