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  1. W

    Best way of hiding tv cables on concrete wall

    Wondering how other people have done this. Would you guys use some pvc trunking giving you access to cables at a later date if needed if you would yous just raggle them into wall?
  2. C

    What is the best way to install a device that requires 110-240V fused at 3A?

    Hi all, I have an Outdoor Air Quality monitor that needs mounting to 110-240V with a 3A fuse. See Attachment for manufacturer installation guide. Is it possible to simply add a 3A fuse into any old plug and just wire it to the device? Looking forward to your replies.
  3. SparkySeth

    Best way to split up my 400amp service

    I just bought a piece of property and am bringing a 400 amp service, to a service rack in between two RV pads. What I am wondering is the best way to build my service coming out of the meter base. My current priority is a temp power pedestal for the two RV pads, but I also want to split power...
  4. HappyHippyDad

    Best way to improve sound to your TV?

    I have just fitted a TV in my gym. This will be to use spotify and youtube. The sound quality isn't great and I want to improve it. My main objective is to keep it VERY simple and easy to use. I just want to switch the TV on and whatever sound source is involved to instantly be on as well...
  5. Rockingit

    Best way to use a CAT5 as a switch circuit?

    I’ve got a bunch of 230v stuff in one place, a 230v device In another and an inherited data cable in a duct between them. Don’t think it’s an option to draw a new mains rated cable due to damage to the duct but the data cable is good. So how do I use a relay contact one end to trigger another...
  6. T

    Best way to connect up air compressor

    Hi, I'm looking for some guidance from more experienced hands. Have a friend who just bought a 2.2kw air compressor which is obviously blowing the fuse in the plug due to the start-up current. Manufacturers information suggests a 30a single phase motor DOL for the power rating whilst the...
  7. L

    Best way to check if you any faulty appliances ?

    Our electric bill has double within the last 6 months and the electric company are now saying the bill will be £440 a month. The electric company installed a check meter to see if the main meter was faulty. The readings comeback fine and they are now saying that it is down to our usage. We live...
  8. T

    Best way to check continuity of cpc for lighting

    20 y old lighting circuit with cpc at the board but terminating into class 2 recessed down light fittings. Looks like there is a junction box in the ceiling void feeding the light with L&N but I can't access the junction box so not sure how can prove continuity of the circuit?
    • Tbob27
    • Thread
    • best best way check continuity cpc lighting
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Lighting Forum
  9. R

    Best way to connect sub panel to main

    I'm moving all the loads from my main panel to a sub panel, in order install an Enphase Enpower Smart Switch in between. The main panel is a 125A cutler-hammer combination meter/panel (MBE1224B125BTS), with a 2-pole100A breaker as the main service disconnect. What's the best way to connect the...
  10. W

    Best way of supplying underfloor heating

    At a rewire today, client has decided he wants underfloor heating all through his house. This is what will be heating his house. Downstairs it’s 4 small bedrooms and a small hallway, upstairs he has a dining room and a very large living room. Never done underfloor heating before, I was going to...
  11. A

    Best way to hook up pc fans/cooling fans to a diy T5HO light fixture

    Hi So im planning on turning my 24 inch T5HO light fixture into a 36 inch one since the ballast are powerful enough to do so and i was wondering what's the best way to hook up fans to the fixture. Ideally i want to integrate a temperature controller but that might be out of my skill. Any help...
  12. S

    UK What’s the best way to link 2 BG Outdoor IP66 Rated Enclosures

    Is there an M20 male to M20 male fitting to position the enclosures close to each other, or something neater than Copex?
  13. S

    Best way to fit decorative light fitting?

    Hi, I've got a standard pendant with 4x t&e cables going in, and we want to replace it with a decorative fitting. I know there are many ways to make the new connections but I'm wondering what is the best way to make it easy to test for the next guy. In my case I don't think I can safely fit all...
  14. D

    Best way to step up voltage for electric motors

    We've been tasked to run power to some electric motors on some pumps and the building is currently 120/208vac 3ph. The motors are 230/460vac 3ph. Instead of getting new motors that run on 208vac, they're asking if we can get a transformer to step up the voltage from 208vac 3ph to 240vac 3ph. The...
  15. D

    UK What’s the best way to drum up buisness

    Hi I’ve just started up on my own .my nappit membership is about to go live.I need a website(free)to build myself.what’s the best way to drum up buisness and put myself out there.would be happy to hear your recommendations thank you
  16. E

    Best way to wire new kitchen

    Hi, I am having my kitchen remodeled. I got a new panel put in this summer giving me the option to run more lines to the kitchen. right now the whole kitchen is running off of two double pole 20 amp breakers. We have tripped the breaker twice when using both the microwave and an air fryer at...
  17. Natosha Jacobs

    What is the best way to go on Home Security?

    I have been reading all I can as we approach our build. I know what I want...programmable, accessible anywhere on smartphone, cameras as well as motion, fire, smoke...all that. But my worries are a few. One, I'm on Centurylink for internet and the system regularly goes down and to reset the...
  18. G

    Softball 101: best way to re-attach the EU plug with these wires?

    Newbie here with a fear of fire and other DIY mahem. OK--so I have this heating element for my ski boot bag (essential equipment in Switzerland) and it has two plugs--one for the car and the other for 240V household use. As I was stumbling into the elevator at 5AM on my way to the slopes I...
  19. R

    Best way to extend a single back box into double on already tiled wall?

    Customer wants 1 single socket outlet turned into double point on his kitchen wall which is tiled already with single box hole cut out Is it best to measure out the space required to fix double back box , drill multiple holes around the edges and go round it with angle grinder diamond disc...
  20. K

    Please could you help me to retrain the correct and best way that you know?

    Good afternoon, I have always loved things to do with electrics and always wanted to become an electrician. Life throws things at you which led to me becoming a DJ in Majorca instead. Covid 19 has decimated lives and livelihoods in 2020 and has meant I have lost all my work. I am extremely...
    • kevinmartinuk
    • Thread
    • best best way correct gaining experience getting qualified help knowledge newbie please retrain
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum
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