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Q & A of the Day – Can I site the earth electrode in a cellar?

Published: 14 October 2008 Category: Q&A

Our Voltimum Experts answer your questions on a daily basis in our Technical Expertise area. This one, concerning an earth electrode, a TT system and a cellar, is answered by SELECT:

Q & A of the Day – Can I site the earth electrode in a cellar?
Question: I am renewing the earth electrode on a TT system and was wondering whether it is acceptable to site it in the property's cellar? There is currently an earth electrode in the cellar (I believe it is part of an osmotic damp proof system) and I assume that this is getting back to earth OK.

Answer: I can see no reason why you should not locate an earth electrode in a cellar. Obviously, you will need to ensure that the earth electrode resistance does not exceed the recommended maximum of 200 ohms for a TT installation.

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