hotpoint hob wiring and mcb

Discussion in 'Electricians' Talk' started by damtomuk, Aug 31, 2019.

  1. damtomuk

    damtomuk Member

    hello everyone

    hotpoint ACO 654 NE induction hob.

    information provided by hotpoint says 7.4kW -32.2 Amps

    Just wondering if 6mm cable will be enough or should i go for 10mm.

    distance from consumer unit to hob is around 2 meters.

    from cooker to cooker isolator then to terminal

    should i use 40amps mcb??

    thank you for answers
     
  2. terrymac

    terrymac Screwfix Select

    6mm t/e with 32 amp MCB will be fine. If the circuit / cable hasn't yet been installed there is nothing to stop you using 10 mm ,in case it may be required at some point in the future .
     
  3. 14th edition

    14th edition Well-Known Member

    As above, 6mm is fine!
     
  4. damtomuk

    damtomuk Member

    Thank you

    Just thinking if mcb 32amps will be enough , when hob will be running for lets say couple hours with all 4 zones switched to maximum power .

    If would buy cooker isolator with extra power socket , is 6mm cable still enough ?
     
  5. terrymac

    terrymac Screwfix Select

    Yes its fine . As all elements are not at full power simultaneously for any appreciable time ,cutting in and out. Your hob will not draw 32 amps.
     
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  6. Ad_Stewart

    Ad_Stewart New Member

    Jumping on this thread since it’s not too old!

    My induction hob is a similar rating and has 6mm T&E to the switch, I was planning to use 6mm T&E to the unit itself but the manufacturer states it must be heat resistant flex. Can anyone recommend something suitable? I can only seem to find 2.5mm max.
     
  7. Bazza

    Bazza Screwfix Select

    Stop shopping at B&Q. You can get a length at most electrical wholesalers or
    here
     
  8. Ad_Stewart

    Ad_Stewart New Member

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