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Clive George wrote:
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Arthur 51 wrote:
HI all.
Is 4mm internal diameter earth sleeving ok for wall sockets?

Any earth sleeving which fits over the earth wire is fine - it doesn't
need to be a tight fit. 4mm is a good compromise size that can be used
on most domestic cable sizes.

stupid question What is the earth sleeving for? Purely saying "this is
earth, not some live wire which has just lost the insulation", or more?

It not only indicates the earth but helps prevent the possibility of a
short in a tightly packed backing box, etc. At one time it wasn't required
so it's just one of those belt and braces thingies. But given the low cost
not worth even debating the merits of. Think I'm only on my second 100
metre drum in some 40 odd years of DIY and part time pro wiring.

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