Pvc/Pvc singles in domestic situation...

[Myles]

Is it okay to run a pvc/pvc neutral single without an earth, rcd protected in a lighting circuit???

 

[Darkwood]

It is common practice when wiring in singles pvc/pvc so yes, assuming the earthing is supplied by other cables.

 

[Myles]

Cheers. The earth for the circuit would come with the live to the switch (3gang) then off from there to each of the lights, again as a pvc/pvc single and earth. Then each of the lights connected together with a pvc/pvc single neutral going back to cu.

So definately no need to have an earth with this neutral cable as well?? I just felt the poor fella might be a bit lonely and the NICEIC inspection bloke might question why he hasn't got a little buddy coming along for the ride ?

 

[Darkwood]

Cheers. The earth for the circuit would come with the live to the switch (3gang) then off from there to each of the lights, again as a pvc/pvc single and earth. Then each of the lights connected together with a pvc/pvc single neutral going back to cu.

So definately no need to have an earth with this neutral cable as well?? I just felt the poor fella might be a bit lonely and the NICEIC inspection bloke might question why he hasn't got a little buddy coming along for the ride ?

If its not a twin and earth in the board and arrives as singles make sure you no' them up as he will pull you on this.

 

[Myles]

Thank you Darkwood I would not have done that if you hadn't mentioned it.