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    Thermal cameras

    Hi guys. Any of you have thermal cameras? If so what are your thoughts? which ones do you have? Has anyone got the new FLIR one for smartphones? I’ve got a testing contract that’s ongoing so am looking for something to speed up the time spent on finding poor connections. Thought this would be...
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    Sky high ze reading

    Hello fellas. Had the dno trying to tell me that a 19 ohm ze reading on a tns system was ok to leave energised? Seriously? Can someone please explain to me how that is ok?
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    Does anyone know any good young lads in the Essex area?

    Hello fellas. Does anyone know of any good, eager young lads in the Essex area. Looking for people who already know the basics, changing sockets, switches , lights etc. Not looking for someone who needs constant looking after, can work on their own initiative but will only be doing basic bits...
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    Characteristics of protective device?

    Hello fellas. I’ve got a protective device that has sod all written on it apart from the following..... series 3 Henley, pat no: 451302 can someone please tell me what the hell it is? Thanks
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    Dual board with no earth on final circuits

    Hi guys. Need to change the fuseboard at my parents house but none of their final circuits have a cpc run to them. Obviously have an earth on the main incoming so I can get a 16mm earthing conductor up to my new 18th edition metallic consumer unit but they don’t want a rewire so none of the...
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    NICEIC Certification Scheme Tips for my first niceic inspection

    Hi people. I’ve got my first niceic inspection in a few weeks. Any advice on what to expect? What type of installations to show them? Any tips to get through it smoothly would be greatly welcomed. Thanks fellas ( and girls )
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    Screened compartment trunking

    Anyone come across screened compartment trunking before? If so is anyone aware of any specific reg governing the use of this, in regards to length of run allowed for lv cables in elv side?
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    Toughest screwdriver bits

    Anyone got any advice on the toughest screwdriver tips available. I’ve just bought the new Milwaukee (supposedly) impact resistant bits but they don’t seem to be lasting very long before they need replacing. I’m drilling into steel with techs as well as wood which obviously isn’t ideal with an...
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    Leads for an mft1502

    Has anyone got any decent mft1502 replacement leads or knows anywhere I can get them without paying through the nose? Need some that are compatible with the kewtech break out box. I’m going to be getting the newest megger soon but while mine is still in good nick and more than adequately does...
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    Electrician Jobs Sparkies wanted in basildon

    any decent reliable electricians wanted for some pre fab unit assembly. It’s not glamorous or exciting I’m not going to lie but if your a speedy worker or used to price work then it’s a good position. Day rate is £180-£190 per day. 7-5 daily with overtime available onSaturdays at time and a half...
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    I Need Work Sparkie’s wanted in basildon

    any decent reliable electricians wanted for some pre fab unit assembly. It’s not glamorous or exciting I’m not going to lie but if your a speedy worker or used to price work then it’s a good position. Day rate is £180-£190 per day. 7-5 daily with overtime available on Saturdays at time and a...
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    Anyone got any info on hnc/hnd

    Anyone with any advice on the hnd/hnc courses I’d love to hear from you. Seems like a lot of time I’d have to spend away from my kids unless anyone knows any different??? All help welcome!
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    So who’s done their 2396?

    I’m assuming the answer is quite a few of you? If so what did you think of it and how beneficial do you thinks it’s been to your career and overall knowledge?
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    City and guilds are useless!

    Does anyone know how to go about complaining to city and guilds? Anyone had terrible service from them like myself??
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    Me in a nutshell (with minimum of 20 characters)

    Morning again fellas. I’m being promoted to introduce myself so I thought I’d better. My names liam and I’m an electrician (obviously) from Leigh on sea. I’ve recently started my own business and am in the process of revising for my 2396. I want to move more in the direction of designing, so...
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    clever ways of ring final test without removing spur fronts??

    Morning fellas. I know from regular visits to this website that we have some rather intuitive Sparkie’s on here so I thought I’d join in the fun. I’ve got a rather basic question to start with but also where some of you can hopefully show your tips and tricks. Im currently working on a...

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