amendment

Recent contents Top users
  1. T

    3rd Amendment Metal Consumer Units - best practice advice please

    Afternoon all, I've been doing domestic electrics for about 4yrs now and although I've done a few circuit alterations on metal clad consumer units I'd say that 95% of my work has been with plastic ones. I'm totally comfortable with replacing a consumer unit and all that it entails, but I've...
    • The General
    • Thread
    • advice amendment best consumer consumer unit consumer units metal please practice units
    • Replies: 80
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  2. C

    Amendment 3 metal consumer unit.

    Hi, I'm about to install a new MK sentry Consumer Unit. The only issue I have is what will be the best way for the cable entry into the box. Thanks for your time Chris.
  3. B

    Amendment 3 and clipsal c-bus?

    Over the past few years i've been installing some Clipsal C-Bus home automation systems in some of the new houses i've been wiring. Usually these are bespoke, rural mansions. The last project i had included over 100 lighting switch's, 50 electric blind relays, 50 electric curtain relays etc...
  4. E

    7671 training material

    HI doing amendment 3 test shortly but my revision material is all amendment 2. I have my book but could do with practice questions and answers!
  5. E

    Amendment 3 Consumer Units

    Scenario:- DNO TT Supply from pole to a outdoor meter kiosk(fibre glass) to supply car park lighting on privately owned Business Park. What CU would you guys fit, bearing in mind the new regulation coming into force 1st January 2016. Also what material backing board for mounting the CU & DNO's...
  6. N

    3rd Amendment EIC form question

    I have the opportunity to install a new consumer unit at my house, Under supervison of an approved contractor. He will notify Does this mean a CU cannot be fitted in an existing cramped, awkward location ? Eg The box on the EIC can't be ticked so non- compliant ?? Thanks in advance for your...
  7. L

    17th Amendment 3 - Do these comply?

    Hi All Do the MK Flush consumer unit comply with the new Amendment 3 of 17th Edition? Metal back with a plastic front???? I'm looking at installing this one into a flat conversion I'm doing as we speak.
  8. J

    Amendment 3- escape routes

    wiring systems in escape routes 521.11 reading a little into this- does this apply to domestic? or just just larger buildings which can be class as BD2, BD3, BD4. surface plastic trunking going across a ceiling to a pendant in a house- would this really require metal clips?
  9. E

    Amendment 3. Non combustible CU

    Am I the only one confused as to why the CU is meant to be metal but the switchgear is all still plastic?! I mean what's the point??!!
  10. B

    Max Zs amendment 3

    Just going over all these changes brought about by amendment 3 and familiarising myself with the new max Zs and I understand how they are arrived at using Cmin to reduce total by 5% and the question is on a 30ma Rcd is the max Zs still 1667or should Cmin be applied and reduced by 5% ? if not...
  11. Midwest

    3rd Amendment Metal Consumer Unit Product review

    I know that there are quite a few members still fitting plastic, but I thought it might be useful to have some reviews on 3rd Amendment CU's from the different manufacturers, only time will tell I suppose. I'll kick it off. I fitted a couple of Wylex's offerings. Not the most prettiest of...
  12. M

    For Sale 17th edition amendment 3 regs, on site guide and guidance note 3

    As title I have the new amendment 3 books for sale. I have given up on electrics so now these have to go. Not even used them yet. Looking at £100 delivered for all 3. thanks
    • morpheus75
    • Thread
    • 17th 17th edition amendment edition for sale guidance guide regs regulations sale site plan
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: For Sale and Wanted Forum
  13. zone77

    Amendment 3 on condition reports

    Hi guys just a quick one. Should I yet be noting non compliance with fire rated CUs or any other new amendments on my condition reports? Any input appreciated.
  14. BigSi

    Amendment 3 Electrical Installation Certificate

    When to fill out an NICEIC today, and let’s say, it’s interesting? ...........impressions!
    • BigSi
    • Thread
    • amendment certificate electric electrical electrical installation installation
    • Replies: 26
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  15. C

    Amendment 3 Risk assessment

    Hey, does anyone know where I can get a model risk assessment form for assessing socket outlets for needing RCD protection?
    • C.Gillies
    • Thread
    • amendment assessment installation outlet protection risk socket
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum
  16. V

    Amendment 3 Regarding Fireproof CU's

    Seeing as you guys have been so welcoming on my previous posts!!!! What's the score regarding CU's in unattached buildings from the main house like sheds and garages that are fed from the main house CU? The new regs say CU's in domestic dwellings (household) have to be fireproof or in...
  17. S

    Amendment 3. Dis Board

    Im currently testing communial lighting etc etc in blocks of flats. If not locked away in meter rooms the distribution boards are generally in a small meter cupboard on the ground floor hallway/stairwell. Now i assume that this is classed as a "commercial" installation and replacement of such...
  18. B

    Eicr

    Hello friends, i have been doing EICR for caravan sometimes now. On 16A or 32A hookup box with 30maRCD protection mostly found 1ohms or more Zs at hookup and more inside the van. When you put the results in schedule of test sheet which will not comply with maximum Zs value table from regs book...
    • bks
    • Thread
    • amendment caravan eicr maximum system
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  19. S

    3rd amendment forms

    Anyone know where I can download blank 3rd amendment certificates to print and fill in, or preferably fill in on computer and then email or print. Would prefer free. I got my 1st amendment ones from the IET website, but they don't seem to have 3rd amendment ones (yet?). Hopefully an answer to...
  20. Midwest

    Wylex 3rd Amendment CU - TT recommendation

    I've picked up my first 3rd Amendment CU, a Wylex one. Inside was a sheet containing recommendations for maintaining IP ratings for cable entries and when using a TT supply, bottom right in attachment. Now I thing I'm right in saying that the pictured 100ma RCCB's are manufactured in insulated...

OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Electrical Goods - Electrical Tools - Brand Names Electrician Courses Green Electrical Goods PCB Way Green 2 Go Pushfit Wire Connectors Electric Underfloor Heating Electrician Courses Heating 2 Go
These Official Forum Sponsors May Provide Discounts to Regular Forum Members - If you would like to sponsor us then CLICK HERE and post a thread with who you are, and we'll send you some stats etc

Advert

YOUR Unread Posts

Daily, weekly or monthly email

Receive a daily, weekly, or monthly email containing a digest of new and recently updated threads.

Advert

TrueNAS JBOD Storage Server

UK Tiling Forum | Tilers Forums
UK Tiling Forum by Tilers Forums UK
Plumbers Forums | Plumbing Advice | Gas Forum
Electrician Tips from Professional Electricians
Back
Top