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Just for the records since there are a couple of references to the 'OP' I am happy my query has been resolved. I am the 'OP. My question was simply recommendations for routing 16mm, 3 core. My sparky specified 3 core and will do the rest. As interesting as this topic sounds, why don't you open...

Sparky says 3 core so I guess that's the stuff...

I was planning on using 3 core in case the sparky needs to use one for earth. Not planning to do the termination myself, just the routing... The 90deg bend suggestion will work perfectly with the installation I have. Cheers

Ok, I found exactly what I need. The Fibaro Dimmer 2 is a 2 wire device (no neutral) that can be configured as a switch to use with low loads where dimming won't work. This is additional functionality that the Lightwaverf system does not have and required some serious digging into the back of...

Having done a bit more of my own research over the last day or two, looks like one (or maybe two) of these items wired in parallel would do the trick. https://www.downlights.co.uk/danlers-res-load.html At only 10w it's not hugely inefficient...and seems to be endorsed by Lightwaverf. That in...

Ha, thanks Binky but 'use a normal light switch' isn't really in the spirit of things considering this was posted in the 'home automation' section... Liking the out of the box thinking though ;-)

Well, I was planning on drilling at a fairly shallow angle in/out to avoid a 90deg turn but no fixed idea of how best to go around the few corners. Any advice? Was thinking about simply chasing out a local recess/channel in the brick/render at around the min bend radius size. I didn't think it...

So in summary, using Lightwaverf dimmers I have to make sure the load is 40w or greater to make it work correctly right? This can be done by either a whole string of nice cool (dimming) LEDs which isn't practical for my single rose installation, so I am either stuck with a single nice high...

There really is no alternative, and without going into the details of the aesthetics, the black plastic versions will blend in and look fine. An order of magnitude of betterness than the 3 or 4 unused, clipped cables that are going to get ripped off to make room. BTW it's my house and I am...

That looks like the stuff - cheers.

I am doing some of the legwork for extension wiring (being overseen by an electrician) - sinking boxes, wire runs etc. One of my tasks is to run a length of 16sqmm SWA externally from the main supply to the location of the new consumer unit. Obviously, leaving the ends dangling free for the chap...

I am considering Lightwaverf dimmers for my extension project, however, the literature states that because it's a no-neutral wire system, it requires a certain load for the dimmers to function correctly. Lightwaverf I believe recommend a minimum of 4 LED lights to be used to ensure correct...

Ordered the "On-Site Guide" from Amazon and it arrived next day (yesterday). Very interesting book and pitched at exactly the level I was hoping for. Thanks.

Ha. Thanks Binky. I like understanding what I am told rather than following instructions blindly.....I am 'a bit funny' like that. Just put an order in for the On-Site Guide. The Safari book looked interesting, sounding like a mix of autobiography, humour and tech from the authors...

My 1st post here and looking for some guidance, I have a dry shell extension up and want to help out my electrician with the 1st fix (and reduce my costs and because I like that sort of thing) by running some cables, drilling holes and sinking boxes and whatever I can do etc....understand the...