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Electric cable next to the central heating pipes, about 3 cm apart

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  • #1 18558783
    Urbas
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    Hello

    I am laying electrical installation in a newly purchased apartment, old building 1930. Walls made of suprema + boards. In one room, it suits me to lay the electric wires in a conduit, and the central heating pipes go next to it in the same groove and I want to insulate them with red foam and then pour the entire set with assembly foam. I don't know the temperature in the pipes, but something around 50 or 70 degrees, gas heating system. My question is will these pipes with such water not harm these electrical wires? The second question is whether to put wires in conduits in suprem or can you do without?
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  • #2 18562992
    Nemonek
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    The minimum distances between cables and pipelines are included in the N-SEP-E-004 standard
    Below is the table
    Electric cable next to the central heating pipes, about 3 cm apart
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  • #3 18564252
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    Yes, but the standard won't tell me if it will have any effect on the cable. I found information that:

    "The cable can operate in the temperature range from -30°C to +70°C with a maximum short-circuit temperature of 160°C."

    That is, if I do not exceed water temperatures above 70 ° C and the cables and pipes will still be isolated from each other, so nothing should happen. I understand it right?
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  • #4 18564463
    kj1
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    Urbas wrote:
    I understand it well

    You don't understand.
    You've been given a standard where distances are specified.
    And that is the answer to your question.
    The provisions of this standard are not some "whim" of an official.
    And you continue yours.
    So why did you start this topic?

    You can do whatever you want, because standards are optional.
  • #5 18564593
    Shadowix
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    If you think that you will not exceed 70 degrees, which the cable can withstand, now add the temperature coefficient to the cable load capacity. And it turns out that you will have to lay a damn thick cable so that it does not overheat, and each cable heats up under load ... 70 degrees of the environment is zero reserve for heating the cable under load.
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    Urbas wrote:
    My question is will these pipes with such water not harm these electrical wires?

    Of course they will, what a question. No sane person would lay a wire like that.
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    Urbas wrote:
    Yes, but the standard won't tell me if it will have any effect on the cable.
    But the standard tells you how far from the pipes you have to lay it.
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    Nemonek
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    Urbas wrote:
    Yes, but the standard won't tell me if it will have any effect on the cable

    I'm sorry, how can he not say that? You think someone who was making the rules went to a fortune teller for advice. All regulations and standards are established on the basis of, among other things, accidents that have occurred and are intended to prevent them from happening again. By respecting the rules, you respect those who have suffered harm in the past, and based on this experience, you no longer have to be harmed.
    And of course you can do as you please.
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    Nemonek wrote:

    And of course you can do as you please.

    I will only add that if the Author knows better anyway, I have a request not to bother people anymore.
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    Like old babies under the block you wind up. I'm asking because I'm not sure what that means. I find some additional information and try to confront it with someone who knows about it. I ask and new questions arise, that's how it works, right? The subject is difficult because I need a socket there, and to get there from the other side I have to forge twice as many furrows and I have a chimney in the middle of the road. I have to bypass the chimney by going under the floor, which I would have to tear off. That is a lot of work for one socket. As I mentioned before, I have furrows about 15 cm by 15 cm from central heating pipes, the idea is that the pipes will be insulated with central heating, cables in conduits and everything covered with mounting foam. And that's where my questions arise. More than once, cables located on a block, which are affected by high temperatures in the summer, do nothing to them.
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    Urbas wrote:
    Like old babies under the block you wind up. I'm asking because I'm not sure what that means. I find some additional information and try to confront it with someone who knows about it. I ask and new questions arise, that's how it works, right? The subject is difficult because I need a socket there, and to get there from the other side I have to forge twice as many furrows and I have a chimney in the middle of the road. I have to bypass the chimney by going under the floor, which I would have to tear off. That is a lot of work for one socket. As I mentioned before, I have furrows about 15 cm by 15 cm from central heating pipes, the idea is that the pipes will be insulated with central heating, cables in conduits and everything covered with mounting foam. And that's where my questions arise. More than once, cables located on a block, which are exposed to high temperatures in the summer, do nothing to them.


    And so, where it is more difficult, the rules are broken, the regulations are stretched like old rubber in underpants, because it is far away, difficult and you have to forge ... And you don't want to do it ...

    And so it goes, not only in electrical installations. Anyway, the earth is flat.
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    You have a problem with reading and comprehension. If I wanted to go the easy way, I wouldn't have made the topic.

    Shadowix wrote:
    If you think that you will not exceed 70 degrees, which the cable can withstand, now add the temperature coefficient to the cable load capacity. And it turns out that you will have to lay a damn thick cable so that it does not overheat, and each cable heats up under load ... 70 degrees of the environment is zero reserve for heating the cable under load.


    The rule of thumb is that you make a thread because you have doubts. And as you described above, these are arguments, and your "retrofood" only clutter the forum, because you do not bring anything specific or substantive. You're trying to be smart, but you have no knowledge and nothing concrete to say. I would ask you to give up on this subject and write about rubber and panties elsewhere.
    Moderated By Krzysztof Reszka:

    3.1.9. Don't be ironic or mean to the other side of the discussion. Please respect dissent and other opinions on the forum. You receive a warning. The answer was, you can't do as the author wants. We close the topic.

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    Urbas wrote:

    The rule of thumb is that you make a thread because you have doubts.

    These doubts have been dispelled, and the topic is still dragging.
    Probably just to have someone confirm your sick idea.
    And took away from you the responsibility for its consequences.
    And colleagues whose answers do not suit you, you define:
    Urbas wrote:
    Like old babies under the block

    You should get a ban for that.
  • #14 18567192
    Urbas
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    I'm trying to get information about what happens to a cable that exceeds or continues to operate at its operating temperature limit. I will make decisions and the manner of execution on my own, I am not looking for support. But before I make a decision I want to know the pros and cons.
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    czesiu
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    Urbas wrote:
    I'm trying to get information about what happens to a cable that exceeds or continues to operate at its operating temperature limit.

    Well, its insulation softens to such an extent that the wires can come closer together, and as a consequence, a short circuit, fire, etc.
    PVC cables up to 70 degrees C are not the only ones used in electricity, there are also silicone ones, e.g. sihf 3x2.5 up to 180 degrees C, or even polyethylene cable ykxs 3x2.5 up to 90 degrees C.
    This will not change the fact that the standard distance from the pipe will not be maintained, so such things are only at home and at your own risk.
    In addition, the reduction of the heat generated by the cable itself is influenced by the increase in its cross-section, i.e. the use of 4mm2 instead of 2.5 on the 'sensitive' section.

Topic summary

✨ The discussion revolves around the installation of electrical wires in a newly purchased apartment, specifically concerning the proximity of these wires to central heating pipes. The user inquires about the safety of laying electrical cables in a conduit alongside heating pipes, which may reach temperatures of 50 to 70 degrees Celsius. Responses emphasize adherence to the N-SEP-E-004 standard, which specifies minimum distances between cables and pipelines. Concerns are raised about the potential overheating of cables, especially if the ambient temperature approaches their operational limits. The insulation of cables may degrade at high temperatures, leading to risks such as short circuits or fires. Suggestions include using cables with higher temperature ratings, such as silicone or polyethylene, and ensuring proper cable sizing to mitigate heat generation.
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TL;DR: 70°C ambient leaves "zero reserve" for cable heating; don’t share a chase with hot CH pipes. Keep separation, upsize or use high‑temp cable only if clearances are met; conduit helps serviceability, not heat. [Elektroda, Shadowix, post #18564593]

Why it matters: Homeowners and renovators need safe, code‑aligned ways to place sockets without overheating cables or risking fire.

Quick Facts

Is it safe to run an electrical cable 3 cm from central heating pipes in the same wall groove?

No. Do not share a groove with hot heating pipes. Heat raises cable temperature and cuts ampacity. "No sane person would lay a wire like that." Keep separation set by the standard instead. [Elektroda, retrofood, post #18565217]

What does the N‑SEP‑E‑004 standard say about minimum distances between cables and heating pipes?

It sets minimum clearances between electric cables and pipelines. Use the referenced table and maintain those distances, including at crossings. The standard, not convenience, should dictate routing. If you cannot meet it, reroute. [Elektroda, Nemonek, post #18562992]

Will insulating the pipes and filling the chase with mounting foam protect the cable?

No. Foam traps heat and raises the cable’s ambient temperature. That reduces current capacity and speeds insulation aging. Near heat sources, temperature derating applies. Keep proper clearance instead of enclosing both in insulation. [Elektroda, Shadowix, post #18564593]

Do I need to use conduits in suprema walls, or can I skip them?

Conduits help replacement and protection, but they don’t change required distances from heating pipes. You still must keep the minimum separations defined by the N‑SEP‑E‑004 table. [Elektroda, Nemonek, post #18562992]

What happens if a cable runs at or above its temperature limit?

Insulation softens and conductors can move closer. That raises the chance of a short circuit and fire. Sustained overheating also shortens service life. [Elektroda, czesiu, post #18567302]

How should I size the cable if it must pass near a heat source?

Apply temperature derating and increase cross‑section on the heated section. For example, use 4 mm² instead of 2.5 mm² where needed. Larger conductors run cooler at the same load. [Elektroda, czesiu, post #18567302]

Which cable types handle higher temperatures near heating systems?

PVC installation cables are typically rated to 70°C. Silicone SIHF 3×2.5 is rated up to 180°C. Polyethylene YKXS 3×2.5 is rated up to 90°C. Choose type accordingly and still maintain required separation. [Elektroda, czesiu, post #18567302]

Does a 70°C water setting make it safe for standard PVC cables rated 70°C?

No. The cable also heats under load. "70 degrees of the environment is zero reserve for heating the cable under load." You need thermal headroom between ambient and the cable rating. [Elektroda, Shadowix, post #18564593]

Is 3 cm separation OK if I also use conduit?

Do not rely on small gaps. Conduit does not reduce the minimum distance required by the N‑SEP‑E‑004 table. Check the table and keep those clearances rather than sharing a groove. [Elektroda, Nemonek, post #18562992]

I only need one socket there, but rerouting is hard. What’s the safer workaround?

Choose a route that meets the standard distances, even if longer. Extra chasing beats unsafe proximity to hot pipes. The right answer is to apply the standard, not convenience. [Elektroda, kj1, post #18564463]

How do I re‑route a cable to meet clearance from heating pipes?

  1. Map the route and mark minimum separations per the N‑SEP‑E‑004 table.
  2. Use rigid conduit and fixings; maintain clearance at parallels and crossings.
  3. Test insulation and RCD operation after energizing the modified circuit. [Elektroda, Nemonek, post #18562992]

Can I rely on “outside cables get hot in summer and nothing happens”?

No. High ambient always reduces safe current capacity. You must derate or reroute near heat sources to maintain reserve headroom. Summer heat is not a benchmark for enclosed chases near hot pipes. [Elektroda, Shadowix, post #18564593]

Who carries the risk if I ignore the minimum distances?

You do. "All regulations and standards are established on the basis of accidents and are intended to prevent them." Following them protects people and property. [Elektroda, Nemonek, post #18565413]
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