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    Need cheap course, already got degree and AGNVQ Engineering

    Hello, I would like to get qualified to perform installations, notifications, tests and certification. In 1998, instead of a full time assortment of C&G's I got an AGNVQ to get me to full time Elec Eng in Uni (with foundation and Masters (2003) years). The AGNVQ and foundation year were rather...
  2. G

    Exposed metal work

    Does the metal support framework of a mezzanine floor require bonding to earth.The electrical installation trunking is fixed to the underside of the framework,so in effect it is earthed already via the network of trunking and metal conduit fixed to it(any advice)
  3. M

    Newly qualified but need experience (Manchester)

    Left the Army after 25 years and have got 17th Edition, C&G Inspecting and Testing and Part P. However, I need to work with someone who has lots of experience so I can learn from them. Book learning is OK, but now need hands on. I've already registered with ELECSA, but have spoken to them to...
  4. C

    Newbie (trainee)

    Hi all,I'm Blair. I've just started with New Career Skills to train as A Domestic Electrical Installer. Currently studying for : C&G (2382), C&G (2377) & EAL (Part P). Then onto C&G (2392) And also Photovoltaic Installers Course. Already finding this site a wealth of valuable information so...
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    Green Deal but already have pv am I wasting £99

    I am not sure if it’s even worth paying for a GD visit? One company wanted £99 I already have a newish house so have double glazing loft insulation thermo blocks and special insulation tiles fitted in the cavity when built so don't need cavity wall insulation. According to my NHBC book should...
  6. H

    Chasing walls already treated for damp?

    I'm possibly about to rewire a basement flat with a serious damp problem. Some of the walls will have the damp treatment done after I have finished (or after 1st fix, I'm not sure) but some have already had damp treatment. So, what do I need to do to maintain the integrity of the damp...
  7. S

    RCBO tripping after spur distribution board has already tripped

    Hello All, So to be clear I'm not an electrician, I just like to know how how things work. I will run cables so it's all ready for my sparky to make the connections but I don't do any electrical work. Normally I'd ask my sparky if there is something I don't understand, but I can't on this...
  8. W

    Cooker Hood installation

    Hi, I have just purchased a Matrix MEH601 Cooker Hood, I bought it for the purpose of recirculation not ducting. There is already a plug socket for an extractor fan on the wall so the basic electrics are already in place, however I need to replace the current plug socket with a Double Pole...
  9. R

    what is the specification of rcd and based on what if i already have a mcb installed

    what is the specification of rcd and based on what if i already have a mcb installed
  10. D

    RCBO required on an already RCD'd board??

    Hi, if I'm using a 17th edition Cu including RCD's, do I need to fit an RCBO for shower circuit? Or simply an MCB?
  11. imago

    New lighting circuits.

    When installing a new lighting circuit into an existing installation do you follow the existing set up? Or install it to your preference or the latest 'thinking'? I'm referring to loop in, or line to switch, or line and neutral to switch. I have to run a new circuit into an existing room which...
  12. Joe S

    Old Cartridge fuses blowing, already tested and repaired before. What could it be?

    I have been to a call out today regarding an old cartridge fuse consumer unit. The customer said that the fuse went bang yesterday and she lost her Lounge, dining and one socket in the hallway (there is two but the other is on a different circuit). I went round and tested the circuit and found...
  13. M

    Info for landlords (may have been covered already)?

    I’ve just been talking to a sparky about the installation of a new consumer unit in a property that is going to be let. He has explained to me that being NIC/EIC permits him to certify his own installation work when complete. He explained that he is unable to legally provide a certificate for...
  14. K

    DNO 1st Notification Help/ Schematic Drawings

    Hi All, Wonder if you can help me, we have only just become MCS registered and we have our first Solar PV installation planned next week, this is a 4kw but we are using a 3.6 Powerone inverter and it is capped at 16 amps, am i correct in saying that i dont need to prenotify but i have to...
  15. T

    LED driver

    Hi, I have to install few meters of led tape in an office. My question is connecting to the driver, which is supposed to be in the loft area. This is the driver: http://www.nationallighting.co.uk/admin/products/largeimages/12/12495.jpg How are you connecting this kind of drivers to the mains...
  16. S

    apologies if its already been asked!! 2391, and 2391-10 differences?

    just a quick one... I was interested in doing the 2391-10 and then 2391-20 so tried to find local colleges that do these. I have found one, but its advertised as the c+g 2391. I phoned and asked if this '2391' was both the courses rolled into one, or something totally seperate altogether and...
  17. S

    Credit Checking Customers

    I am looking at starting a sub company credit checking potential customer for Electricians What I am wondering how many people on here would be interested in this service? There would be a charge of something like £1 per check or 1000 checks for £100 or something like that. If you would...
  18. F

    It's probably already been mentioned but.....

    Any of you good people using the fein multi tool. I admit to being sceptical. Does any one use them and are they a viable alternative to having a comprehensive hand and power tool collection. Any thoughts ? Kind regards all
  19. R

    Rcd or not?

    Do you guys use RCD'S on solar pv supplies or is a mcb and D/P switch sufficient?
  20. M

    Working out AC on a 50kW array

    Hi I need help in the design of a 50kW PV system, 3 phase inverter so 50000W divided by 400V = 125A. 125A divided by the square root of 3 (1.732) =72.17A per phase. is this right?

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