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I have a 6mm cooker cable in the wall. Perhaps a choc bar connector has been used (don't know for sure). The cable is showing continuity after...
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Right ... Just been nudged to set this up by Paul.M and sounds a good idea following recent threads I've done in the Arms..
Rules....No Offensive...
Guys needvadvice please
I was asked to carry out an annual inspction of a DB recently
There are 12 in number radial circuits suppling sockets...
I have had a kitchen extesion built on an old property (c.1810), which has an unusual consumer unit situation. Part of the property has only a...
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I have a new LiFePo4 battery arriving. It has the BMS a built in, however the means of communication is via this pig tail. I could not copy a...
I am renting a room and at night, the floor gets searing hot (or feels that way) in places. I have noticed that this is where the ceiling light...
I’m looking to buy a hoover for work. As I am not a fan of using customers due to them being rather expensive. Any recommendations as to what to buy?
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Hi there.
Recently our bathroom extractor fan broke, so I got a new one but I'm having difficulty wiring it (homeowner DIY guy here).
So... there...
Any recommendations on good quality flush mounted PIR sensor that work well?
Need to install one in a upper market property, and had some poor...
I am looking for options to monitor a home installation for a day or two to find out what is causing suspiciously high bills. Ideally I would want...
Just spent 4 hours tracing out a lighting circuit to try and find a fault.
I came across a switch that was switching the neutral. This threw me...
Good Morning all,
I am a new member, initially drawn to the forums by the technical help given by you guys and any potential help I may be able...
I would like to learn more about solar panel installations, with a view to fitting them.
I cant find any in the Gloucester/Stroud area but have...
The buyer of my house has had an EICR done. I have anonymized and attached. Also the associated quote for remediation.
I am wondering:
surely...
I am a fully qualified electrician with level 3 nvq / 18th edition.
Are further qualifications required to install an EV charger?
Morning
Ive been asked to help out with recruitment of electricians at work and Im having trouble with some of the CVs we are getting. My...
Doing work in a house the other day, and noticed they didn't have any smoke detectors... (well, one.. and it was a small 9v thing)
So ive sent in...
Hello everyone,
I have a goldsmith oven to which I had to change an SSR relay because when it reached 475 degrees centigrade the temperature...
No label for antisurge mcb on new bg cu.Is this common on other brands,or my fault for buying a cheap unit?
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I'd like some information on the RCD test features and process please.
Firstly, does this only apply to sockets or lighting circuits too? Clearly...
Hi,
I wish to solder in a room that hs no windows going externally...their are windows but only to internal.
But it also has a ~12cm diam metal...
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I have 2 Aiwa speakers of 6 ohms each.. and 3 LG speakers of 3 ohms each.. how to connect to amplifier correctly? I have attached amplifier pic...
Hi all,
Just a electrical student here, and on holiday at a caravan park so, of course, i go snooping about a bit for the electrics.
I notice...
WE ARE LOOKING TO PURCHASE ANY MERLIN OR SCHNEIDER 4 POLE MCCB'S FROM 100 AMPS TO 1600 AMPS
CASH PURCHASE - COLLECTION ARRANGED - WE LOOK FORWARD...
I'm looking at getting a cheap laser level, anybody use the heupar or tacklife ones?
are they up to the job or not?
I'm currently doing a rewire in a house that is being renovated with an extension which will be a sun room, but there are large windows all the...
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I'm revamping the kitchen electrics, 1980's property. Majority of the sockets have a couple of cables going in/out of them, with the only...
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I purchased a no neutral smart switch to replace my current light switch, but I’m not sure if I’m able to wire it up safely...
The existing...
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A customer wants a new surface mounted consumer unit installed. Their current unit is recessed. The cables are not long enough to come...
Thought I'd share with the Forumily....forum family....get it....
Have succeeded in securing a job doing I&T for a compliance outfit, it may not...
Hi all. i have an issue with my LG 42LG3000 TV. Yesterday I was watching a movie and TV suddenly turned of and there was a strange sound. I have...
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Good morning knowledge base.
I have a project involving auto electrical (so 12V DC, or 13.8V on a good day) and LED lighting. I have a pair LED...
Hi guys/gals
Directing this question at you that have transitioned already from sparky to pv insatller. I have my first pv install after getting...
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Current Situation:
I have three 20amp breakers with 12 AWG in the main panel.
Each wire ends in a 3x2.5” metal box along with one neutral wire...
Does anyone know what size cable to use for a MCG type 2 SPD (3 phase) and what MCB.the manufacturers instructions don’t state any values!
also...
Hi, My electrics keep tripping.. this black box in the picture seems to be the culprit. Slight touch of it and it trips. The electrician suggested...
Hello,
Firstly, I'm aware other people have posted similar topics on this forum, I'm not trying to create a duplicate, but more looking for...
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I had a client who had a poor lateral supply and called out the DNO in 2009, SP Energy Networks attended and marked it as an urgent upgrade.
She...
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Hello experts.
I have a black cable running from the loft , up the garden, under the garden.
Can I move the rod to a different part of the...
Earth to Neutral 2 ohm with Multimeter on alighting cct. The cable disconnected from the switchboard.
I am new here and appreciate everyone...
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Earlier I unplugged my outdoor camara and noticed a bunch of rust on both pins of the plug.. The rust is mainly at the base of the pins closest to...
Hello there,
The job I'm on at the moment will be coming to an end shortly and the company won't have any work close to my home afterwards.
I...
A friend is currently travelling in Norway. He tells me he sees cables run in downpipes everywhere...some are loops, some have leccy tape over the...
Hi,
Any suggestions what this black cable is coming off the supply's incoming cable? Its a TN-S system, I thought it could be the earth conductor...
Hi all,
I hope you can help me please. I had solar system installed nearly 2 months ago and my installer turned out to be cowboy despite having...
What's the easiest explanation for power factor that anyone's come across? To people who understand Volts, Amps and KW's. I often get asked and...
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Existing double gang socket in the corner of a kitchen on a dedicated 12m length above ceiling 2.5 final circuit to CU, was used for a WM and a...
Recently bought a none contact voltage tester and decided to use it on a few things around the house but a metal bedroom light is lighting up red...
Hello,
We have a project where there are sections where 34.5kVac cables will be laid below 800Vac cables. Conductors are Aluminum.
Any chance...
Anyone offer me help in design project 2375 design? Hotel,pool and cafe. Really struggling here
So I decided to do my 18th edition after needing to renew my ecs card and they wouldn’t until I Did it.
My company decided to put me on the 4 day...
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Hi!
What is the best way to connect an RGB wire to a RGB connector. I mean, are there quick connectors to attach to a RGB cable without solding...
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I’m running an EV charging system in a garage it’s a 50 amp circuit 6 gauge wire can be Romax or in conduit Romax is cheaper but not an issue...
Hi guys, this is my first post here.
So I'm 31 years old. Been in the same dead end job for 8 years now, which pays the bills and can go out once...
Hello, I changed a socket over earlier and tested the circuit after. The fault current was 20kA, Am I right in thinking I only need to consider...
Gold card spark who has now switched to an office role and I'm looking to progress my career by gaining knowledge of related systems etc and Fire...
I recently visited a restoration project which is massive in scope, and being carried out mainly by volunteers.
During the tour I was intrigued to...
Electricians Mate
Electricians taking on mates/labourer in Edinburgh
Hi Everyone,
I am just about to start my NVQ soon. I have a problem I need to work on a site doing electrics to pass my NVQ. If anyone can help or...
Hi all, new to posting but been reading for years.
I inherited a house from my grandmother who passed in 2021, I intend to renovate and rent out...
Hi, started my 305 design project and just wondering do I need to pick out luminaries for inside the pool aswell?
So I’ve recently started my level 3 course and I’m doing electrical system designs the one with the hotel extension and pool and cafe block I’ve...
Hi I’m just in the process of my L3 and have come around to doing the C&G Unit 104 Design Project. Does anybody have any recommendations of design...
I have a job which is needing a new CU. What would the general view about a new Crabtree loadstar SPN 125A board being used as a domestic consumer...
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Installing a small above ground pool with a 1/2HP 120v pool pump. The house is older and has no grounding system that I can tell. Outlets are...
Hi
I posted recently about a hot tub supply I was needing advice with. One reply I got was directing me to a video by dave savery. Having...
I’ve completed 2365 Level 2.
Im booked to do my 18th edition.
How important would it be to do testing & inspecting before the EV course? I...
Hi, I have never come across this before but is it OK to put a DB on the ceiling. We have had some cabins in and the db's are all on the ceiling...
Hi to all,
I have got dual pump set Grandfos Magna1 installed. Those pumps can be constantly running when paired wirelessly.
However, I would...
Hi Guys
So I've never installed a hot tub supply before so take it easy on me. I've spent a bit of time researching it myself and its a minefield...
Not quite as daft as it sounds, this follows from my thread a day ago. I need to find an electrical (ideally, gas could also be an option...) to...
I have a light switch where the CPC has been used for a lighting circuit and sleeved. Previously I would give this a C3 (411.3.1.1) and leave a...
Good morning, I make my CV I apply for couple jobs but not answer, because I’m not have experience and I’m from different Nationalities..
I’m...
Can I please check my understanding on the following.
My ring is wired in 2.5mm T&E. It is on a 32 amp MCB and protected by an RCD.
I am now...
Good morning
I have just purchased a Hammond Organ
On inspecting the plug I see the mains Lead is just twin core
In order to get the organ pat...
About to re sit testing section of am2. Am I required to test phase rotation at the incoming switch and also the 3 phase socket and motor. Just...
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I need to run electrical conduit through an existing foundation. here is the catch. The exterior of the foundation is clad in fieldstone and has...
Hi,
I've recently done a Level 2&3 Electrical Installation course, and since come to the quick conclusion it's not worth the paper it's printed...
Hi All
I represent MK Electric, based in Basildon. We are looking to engage with a small group of local electricians, so those happy to travel to...
Hello,
We moved into our house 2 years ago and until recently the kitchen lights worked fine. The LED strip lights are on a dimmer switch, when...
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I've seen similar questions but not one that specifically answers my question.
I have a Moixa battery system in my house that uses a clamp...
Hey hey, never been much of a full on handybkan tho wires and cables always been pretty good at but I don't think I've ever failed at anything I...
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Hi all and please forgive me if this has been asked many times before,
I'm trying to purchase and get installed by one of the national...
just wondering what are people’s recommendation on labelling machines?
I’ve been looking at the following from screwfix...
Hi All
Whilst carrying out some testing today I had the following messages on my Kewtech KT64DL.
L - N >20ohms - this was on the ring on only...
My customer wants to fit round sockets and switches. He has sent me a link to the back boxes that are required.
A few questions..
1. Has anyone...
I've got a large USA artist music tour starting soon across Europe so we're having to sort out lots of reducer transformers etc, no big deal. But...
Here’s an interesting one: Plastic bath tub, full of water, being heated by a submersible element, plugged into a mains extension (so a plug...
Ireland
Wire Irish Home for USA Outlets
We're moving to Ireland this fall from the US and wondering about wiring a few outlets in some rooms for US outlets. I have a KitchenAid mixer I'd...
My customer wants to fit a large 12V chiller at her farm.
The supplier has said it is 12V and 80A.
A couple of questions..
1. What sort of...
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With rising energy costs small differences in cost, are getting larger.
So assuming a well insulated tank & not much water being used during the...
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Hi all new here and hoping for some advice.
I had added a new room to my house and want to add new spotlights and a new switch to the lighting...
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Ok so live in 89 mobile home ugh I really need lots of work but I'm on disability and I cannot afford electrician but I've been working with all...
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Hello all. First post. DIYer. Know enough to be dangerous (LOL).
It seems "standard" blue PVC boxes here in the US are 2.25" wide and depth can...
Just wondered what others think about this one.
From my pov at least incoming meter tails need changing. Single insulated and probably under sized.
I am planning to replace battery powered door bell with one of these mains powered sets...
Hello All, first time posting to the site.
I am electrical engineering for a design firm that specializes in moveable bridge inspections and...
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Im an apprentice spark and have been sent to look at some bonding work at a restaurant as apparently staff have occasionally been getting shocks...
Trainee
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Just a quick question. This might sound like a stupid question so apologises. I'm slightly confused with the regs 18th edition when it comes to...
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Hello!
I want to replace this very old looking 2 Gang Switch (all one way). The left switch is for an exhaust fan and the right a light.
I...
Hello all..
I have been considering CCTV for a while. We have had a few break ins recently, so it's time to actually do it!
I'd like to try and...
First post and Newly qualified, been asked to complete an EIC/EICR on a property after previous electrician carried out the work but never gave a...
Want to sell some ladders. Pics below. They are all EN131. Good condition. The large yellow one is 8 step with a platform. The red one is a three...
Just had one this morning..... Very nice part of North London. I'm outside stripping out / re installing terrible installed security lights etc...
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Hello everyone, I hope you are doing well.
Several years ago I purchased an older 1971 home (aluminum wiring that has since been fixed with al/cu...
Hi! I am self-installing some 8' LED rope-like lighting in my basement on the ceiling. I have 3 of these 8' lights, which will be joined by 2...
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Every time oven gets to temperature it trips the RCD. Thought the oven must be knackered so got a new one. That does the exact same thing. Any...
Anyone aware of an Inverter with export limitation with wireless CT's? My tails are in the cupboard under the staris and cannot easily have cables...
Hi there,
I'm looking for advice on getting into the solar industry. I will soon be completing my NVQ 3 and aim to get my testing and inspection...
So after reading through some of the threads on here, I think its worth mentioning why you all pay so much at CEF.....I'm a former employee who...
Hi.
Looked at a job this morning for remedial work on an EICR. The inspection has noted the plastic consumer unit within the hallway cupboard and...
Hi all,
Hoping for a little advice. I work in the Asbestos industry and we manufacture mobile decontamination units we follow the HSE 247 that...
Hi,
Thought i'd join the forum and maybe help those that need it.
I'm an 18th Edition Electrical Technician working in the commercial/industrial...
hi guys
looking to start working into commercial sites as a electrcian mate /trainee /apprentice
after i have finished my level 2,3 and 18...
Well I'm confused ! 🤔
Just went to isolate some kind of antique shower pump thingy in a bathroom for a plumber mate but the switch to it in the...
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At my board everything is RCD protected.
I have built a shed off the side of the house, I was going to drill through into the house in order to...
New Zealand
IR heaters with remote
Hi All,
I have few Heaters need to be operated with one switch. But every time when I turend on, heates go to standby, then I...
I have two 40A swa cables from my main house consumer unit. This consumer unit serves the whole house and the two swa cables serve two consumer...
Hi All, I have been having an odd issue with My Horstmann Electronic 7. It had been working normally and then I found that the display had turned...
If you were wiring 8 gangs of 2 way light switches. Would you wire 8 independent circuits, so 8 no. 3 core between switches. Or would you run a...
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Hi,
I hope that someone here might be able to put my mind at rest. I have an engineering mind and a reasonable understanding of electical work...
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Im considering installing a Digital Shower (not pumped, just controlled) during my Bathroom Refit. Im looking for the best option for powering the...
Note i am not affiliated with this site at all, get no kickbacks for recommending it etc.
This site has loads of practice exams for the 18th...
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I’m looking to get into the electrical industry.
I’m 41 years old and after a 17 year career in IT (and a huge change in personal...
Hi guys.
Been to look at a job today to replace old wylex board.
Feed to unit seen in pictures fed from garage. It 16mm twin and earth.
I’m...
SNMP or Modbus TCP/RTU Protocols to connect the PLC to external HMI LCD
HMI LCD with graphical representation & ability of issue control commmands...
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Hi there. I'm a DIYer. Just bought a house with a double garage that has just one socket in it; and it seems to be just a single spur direct from...
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Hi all. My downstairs lights are taking very long to light up after I switch them on….can take 20+ secs for the light to actually light up after...
- Question
Hi all,
while working on the bonding task of the L2 G&G I assumed the supplementary bonding CPC should be 4mm2 due to the table in the OSG...
Select (Scottish) Certification Scheme
Question on volt drop from 2391
Hi all,
I have worked out the volt drop on other questions using the formula mVxAxM.
had no issues, but this question below has just fried whats...
NAPIT Certification Scheme
18th edition training
18th edition qualification.
Hi
NAPIT have suspended my registration until I get the 18th edition exam. Whats the easiest/cheapest way to do...
Any one know the size of the old imperial conduit box screws ?? I don't have callipers. They look to me like 5/16" screws any help appreciated
What kind of earthing system do you think this is? Strikes me as TNS (Paper lead incommer) but the earth coming out of the head makes it look like...
Solar
Solar Install Guidence
Hi.
I have a UK customer that has an agricultural building that will have a Diesel TPN generator supplying a corn dryer electrical installation...
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I am trying to add additional exterior lights to me car.
The battery is located to the rear of the car, rather than trailing wires right through...
Hi
I’m hoping to find some good advice from those experienced in the electrical industry.
I’m 23 and from Birmingham, I completed my level 2 and...
How to Apply to gain access to trainee forum - reason - I am studying C&G level 3 through trade skills 4 U.
I want to discuss / get help with my...
Can you do a installation for family in Qld and not need a contractors licence?
I've just moved into a new flat and for the life of me I can't figure out how to get the underfloor heating turned on.
The thermostats are the...
I am looking on behalf of one of my customers
they would like a regular 1 day a week visit from a spark to do fairly normal stuff.
new sockets...
hi there can anybody help ive brought a house in spain and need a bolletin to say the electrics are ok the fact is there not if i remove the 2...
Hello ladies and gents ,
Simple question , where in the regs book would It discuss or what does it say about clipping direct 1.5mm t&e in the...
The other night, neighbour knocked my door. She said she'd gone to use their outdoor tap, and she thought she'd got a shock. Went and had a look...
Am I certified to sign off/do certs for a fuse board if I've completed my Level 2 and level 3 city and guilds (2365) electrical installation...
Hi All
I have an issue with my shower and I suspect it's the solenoid.
The original fault is that the shower either wouldn't switch on at all, or...
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I have a recessed can light (Halo H7ICT) that recently stopped working. I checked the breaker, tried a new bulb, and ended up replacing the socket...
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My central heating is working fine and if I demand water, then I get a small supply of hot water within an hour. The problem is my water does not...
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- Electrical Forum
Hi there,
I'm trying to wire an extractor fan (Manrose 4" / 100mmm with timer)
I don't have too much knowledge about Electricity but I'm very keen...
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Hi, I'm designing a wireless switching system for a cattle water trough. I'm looking for a float switch which would send a wireless signal to a...
I'm a homeowner and looking for some advice. We have taken on a house renovation and had an electrician do a rewire. The second fix has just been...
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