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  1. driverman

    Pir

    Hi Guys, I’ve not been on here for a while and I’m getting out of touch with modern products. I’d like to fit a stand alone PIR to switch on an existing halogen (100 watt) light fitting and an existing bulkhead light fitting (100 watt tungsten). I’d like to fit an additional LED (20 watts)...
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    UK Rewire cost?

    Hi guys, I'm a retired electrician and been out of the game for many years. A friend of mine is in the process of buying a 1980's property. What would be a typical average rewire cost be of a 2 bedroom bungalow? I know it all depends on what the customers requirements are etc. I've told my...
  3. driverman

    Existing Burglar Alarm High Wycombe Bucks

    Hi Guys. I'm not an alarm installer. Existing alarm system installed approx 20 years ago by me at Sisters. It's an old Electricity Board (later Square one) type System. It's not worked for a few years due to Fault displayed on end panel, therefore not used. PIR's led's work. LED's on outside...
  4. driverman

    Additional supplementary bonding

    Ok new house. New install cert issued. However, no supplementary bonding that I can see and accessible . There is a 10mm earth wire connected above the water stop cock point of entry under the kitchen sink. However, no cross bonding to the hot pipe. According to install cert the cross bonding...
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    UK Dummy Bell Box required

    Hi Guys, I'm after a realistic outside dummy alarm bell box to cover Sky cable. It's a new house that's wired for Sky, but not used. I'm thinking of an empty bell box to house the Sky cable in case required for later use. Thanks
  6. driverman

    CCTV > Router Cat 5/6 solid copper cores

    Hi Guys, I have asked this question before in another thread that I was following, but can't find it. I've installed a CCTV system. What I'm after is a 10m x suitable Cat 5 or 6 cable complete with plug ends fitted. I believe it was suggested that copper solid 8 core cables are better. The cable...
  7. driverman

    hager1361 cartridge fuses

    Afternoon Guys. Question from an out of date retired electrician. Existing Hager split-board using cartridge fuses (1361) for OC protection. Existing shower circuit (6mm) protected by 30amp cartridge fuse for old possibly 7'5kw shower unit. Shower being replaced with a 8.5kw shower unit. Are...
  8. driverman

    Domestic wireless burglar alarm system recommendations

    Hi guys, after some recommendations re a decent wireless alarm system. It's a new build house all completed. I'm a retired electrician with very little experience with hard wired alarm systems and none whatsoever with wireless. I'm thinking if possible, 2 x door contacts, (1 x E/E) 2 x PIR's...
  9. driverman

    Shed supply from new build property

    Hi guys, as the title suggest. Friend of mine buying a brand new house from a reputable and well established builder. however it has already been 1st fixed. He\asked the builder if he could have an U/G supply taken out to the detached shed. Yes they could, no problem. Method. To tap off the...
  10. driverman

    Recessed Halogen Transformer Ceiling Light

    Evening guys, A friend of mine has had these halogen ceiling recessed lights for about 17 years. Anyone know where to obtain a new transformer from? Would they still be available? If not, alternative would be new LED fittings hopefully without transformers. Many thanks
  11. driverman

    Smoke /Carbon detectors

    Hi guys, Question for those that install smoke and carbon detectors. This situation, mid terrace 2 storey 2 bed house. Typically most houses have a smoke detector on the landing. I was proposing installing: 1 x smoke on landing Open Dining/Kitchen -1 x smoke dining room end...
  12. driverman

    LED possible strip lighting above worktops (under wall units)

    Hi, more advice required, about LED lighting. I'm so well out of date with these things. An Ashley/Rock HAL 96T batten holder was all that was needed in my time! If you were posh, a fluorescent strip light!. I intend to install LED lighting above the worktops. I looked at a video clip yesterday...
  13. driverman

    Designing Recess LED lighting for Kitchen

    Hi Guys, I am an electrician, profiles says DIY Seeking advice from those that install LED lighting. Kitchen is 3.7m x 3.4m. Basically 2 x worktop areas either side of the kitchen (3.4m walls). I've read here that most recommend Led lights sited 1m from walls. With my limited...
  14. driverman

    Electrician Jobs Fellow Electrian wanted

    Not too sure if allowed on here. I would like an electrician to have a look at a family member's house electrics High Wycombe area It would appear that a basic ceiling rose/ lamp holder wires have become loose and burnt tripping the MCB. I'm too far away to sort out. Not a big job, but would be...
  15. driverman

    American 3 phase Identification

    Hi guys, anyone of you guys know the American 3 Phase Identification? Terminals on Generator are marked UVW. Any info? Thanks
  16. driverman

    61009-1 or 61009-2 RCBO's

    Afternoon guys, Just wondered what the difference is, if any between a 61009-1 RCBO and 61009-2 RCBO? Are the characteristics different for any reason for different applications? I noticed that 61009-2 came out 1995? Thanks
  17. driverman

    electrical certificates

    second attempt sending this Level 2 Elec Tech Installation Level 3 NVQ Installing Elec Systems and Equipment What do they mean?
  18. driverman

    Electronic EICR + EIC forms

    Hi guys, been away off this site for ages, glad to be back. No doubt been asked many times before,but is there is a link whereby I can download EICR / EIC forms just to use as a one off. Also as I'm very rusty filling in these forms, is there an explanation page for the Schedule of Inspection...
  19. driverman

    Wylex MCCB replacement required

    Hi guys, No doubt been asked before but I'm trying to source a replacement for a Wylex 125amp MCCB > NHGPCB1253. Not in production now, possibly not for a few years now going by some comments I've seen on the IET site. Wylex Tec Dept suggested change whole panel. Not an option. I've tried Rare...
  20. driverman

    BSEN 12464-2:2007 table 5.4 item 5.4.2

    Hi guys, as title suggest re spec for some lights. At this point in time I've not got a scooby doo what it's all about. any pointers, links. I will try google later.

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