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Insulation Resistance Testing Am2 - requires to be tested twice
Hi, I'm a little confused confused is someone can shine some light on the amendment 2 way of doing IR. I know you have to do one 1st fix at 500V...
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Aug 16, 2023
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item with a metal case and no earth wire in the plug
Performing the PAT inspection on some science equipment and I have found some items that were passed by the previous company that performed it...
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Jun 8, 2023
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Is this a class 1 or class 2?
I am a new PAT tester for a school, and I am stuck testing a plasma globe. It has a two core wire going to it, but no class 2 mark on the...
Bimble
May 22, 2023
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class 2
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Insulation resistance problems
During an insulation resistance test IR at an EICR I measured 0.0014 MegOhms from line to earth. When I disconnected the neutral from the neutral...
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Insulation resistance for devices
I was checking the IR on a socket circuit and found 0.4M between neutral/earth. The reading came from a garage door motor that was plugged in...
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Info on the PAT-testing market in the UK
Hi, I'm trying to get an overview of the UK PAT-testing ( In Service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment) market and I'd be very...
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Nov 8, 2022
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ukmarket
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iPhone chargers. To test or not to test?
I’ve just spent the day testing about 40 iPhone chargers. Sticking 500v through them and they all pass. Does everybody agree that they have to be...
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Jul 19, 2021
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Ip4x cant get 32mm grommets
Would you guys recommend using a fire sealant to cover a hole on the the side and top of a consumer unit, I've cant get a 32mm grommets anywhere...
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May 2, 2021
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Insulation Resistance zero Ohms
Hi all. As I've said before, I'm not an electrician but an adult learner. I have a second hand Fluke 1653B MFT which is out of calibration but I...
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Mar 11, 2021
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Insulation resistance difference both ends of ring final cct
Initial fault was RCD tripping, narrowed down to a ring final cct. IR tests on that cct with all loads removed were showing almost zero between...
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Feb 1, 2021
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Insulation Resistance - Low Reading on Ring
Newbie Testing Question: I am getting a very low IR reading between L&N on a kitchen ring (0.01M). The ring was working fine with no tripping...
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Dec 6, 2020
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Insulation resistance on new installation
I have recently completed a rewire as part of a complete back to brick renovation in a pretty standard domestic property. Upon carrying out...
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Nov 19, 2020
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Insulation resistance query old style hager rcbos
When carrying out insulation resistance testing on old style rcbos (hager) I understand you are supposed to disconnect both line and neutral...
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Oct 26, 2020
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Insulation resistance on modern installations
On initial verification of new installations I have been having a hard time with insulation resistance. With RCBOs, fixed LED luminaires...
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Sep 17, 2020
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Is my calibration showing my tester is faulty?
Hi lads, I have a Megger 1552. I didn't really use it in the last couple of years. I was planning to get more into testing again, so sent it for...
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Jul 30, 2020
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in service inspection and testing 5th edition
Does anyone know off hand when the 5th edition is supposed to come out, with the lockdown I can't get an official response. The draft "in service...
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May 4, 2020
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Insulation resistance with vulnerable equipment unable to be removed
Good evening Was wondering when testing for.insulation resistance and there is vulnerable equipment in circuit but unable to disconnect, I...
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Jan 24, 2020
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ISITEE 5th Ed. CoP - DPC
The IET have posted a Draft for Public Comment of the forthcoming 5th Edition of the Code of Practice - LINK
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Sep 6, 2019
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Intel NUC's and PAT Testing
Hi all - I've been given the task of PAT testing a new office that our company is setting up, and they have a number of Intel NUC's that use a 19v...
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Apr 2, 2019
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Is this right or are they at it
Myself and one of my colleagues from work were sent on a c&g 2377-22/32 pat testing course (3 day plus exam)and after completing same the class...
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Feb 21, 2019
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Is a dedicated PAT tester required or can it also be done with an MFT?
Saw videos on YouTube showing MFT's and DMM's used for testing equipment. Would these produce valid results considering the complicated array of...
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Sep 3, 2018
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Im allowed to PAT Testing?
I am allowed to pat testing? With pat testing certificates,17th editions,city and guild 2330 electrical installation and 2392 inspection and...
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Nov 20, 2017
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I think this is a fail ...................
Got asked to look at some imported kit today:
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Aug 16, 2017
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Aug 29, 2017
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In PAT testing what is the precise meaning of he term luminaries
Please tell me about Luminaries and if they have/ pose certain issues when undergoing testing .. Lots of conflicting info out there eg some...
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Nov 18, 2014
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IT Equipment & Other Sensitive Equipment
Fairly new to PAT Testing. Been qualified for a while but not done any! Been asked to carry out all the PAT testing in the office of our company...
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Feb 2, 2015
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IOS apps
Is there any IOS apps about PAT testing?
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Mar 21, 2014
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IOs this cable safe?
<br>First of all I'd like to say hello and that I am new here and if I have in anyway barged in or failed in site etiquette then please forgive my...
Acotsmist
Feb 4, 2014
cable
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Feb 20, 2014
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Is it knackered?
Hi. During a PAT test at my Brothers hotel the other day, his twin induction portable hotplate failed its PAT test because the earth leakage test...
fermec
Sep 30, 2013
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Oct 3, 2013
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If anyone wishes to contest a PAT regime....
Here are some "issues" i've recently discovered during inspections/ testing. These are by no means the worst.
ohreally
Jul 25, 2013
2
anyone
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Aug 18, 2013
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Insulation Resistance - I.T. Equipment
Hi, ive just received my copy of COP4th Edition. It says that insualtion resistance test 500V dc might harm I.T. equipment and to use...
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May 9, 2013
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IET Code of Practice
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Dec 20, 2012
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Jan 22, 2013
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Is this a new low?
£0.30p per test, no basic pay, hold 2377, provide and use own vehicle for their benefit (first 50 miles not paid -daily or weekly???), be at their...
ohreally
Mar 5, 2012
new
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Sep 16, 2012
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if you were to start your own pat buisness
hi guys i was just wondering if you wanted to start your own pat business what would you need, pat tester 2377-12 (is that the right one?)...
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Sep 10, 2012
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start
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II&TEE (PAT) Editable Equipment, Repair and Faulty Registers
Based in the model forms within Code of Practice for In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment, 3rd Edition. If there any errors...
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Insurance?
How much are you folks paying for pl insurance, renewal £84 for 1m.
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Jun 23, 2012
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Integral Appliances
Hi all Integral kitchen appliances such as dishwashers etc, what is the easiest way to test them? is there an easy way of getting to the plug or...
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Apr 7, 2012
appliances
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Is the Earth Bond High Current Test Obsolete?
Does the increasing numbers of battery powered pat testers, which profess to perform all the tests required by the IEE Code of Practice, but do...
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Oct 25, 2011
current
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earth bond
test
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Feb 16, 2012
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It has all been said before,but.
A client has informed me that they only want PAT done every two years from now on, now this is a big place with over 9000 items most of which are...
the pict
Jan 6, 2012
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Insulation Resistance Test
HiI have just test a couple of phone chargers in my house using a Kewtech KT71.When i have pressed the class 2 test it goes through it sequence...
longshanks
Jul 25, 2011
insulation
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insulation resistance test
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Jul 25, 2011
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IEC C14 Female Connector
Hi Is there any such thing to check power leads for IEC C14 female connector. i have founf the male version IEC Male C14 to Figure of 8 Female...
longshanks
Apr 15, 2011
connector
female
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Apr 19, 2011
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