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    For Sale BG British General MCB Miniature Circuit Breaker

    I have for sale the following British General (BG) Miniature Circuit Breakers: 7 x --- B6 (Amp) MCBs 1 x --- B10 (Amp) MCBs 12 x --- B16 (Amp) MCBs 4 x --- B32 (Amp) MCBs 5 x --- B40 (Amp) MCBs £25 for the lot. They are all new and unused, just been sat in a box for some time. You...
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    General Electric 63A TP Breaker

    Evening Guys, Can anyone tell me what other brand is compatible with a GE breaker. I'm struggling to find a breaker at a reasonable price ?
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    For Sale MCBS Hager British General Protek 75p each

    Been having a sort out and have the following MCBS to clear British General All new 6 32A type B 1 40A Type B Hager old style without the plastic flap Used 6 32A Type B Protek Look New 2 32A Type B 2 6A type B All 75p each plus postage
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    EICR non IP rated spots in shower room & general

    Hi, just wanted to clear up some things, could anyone tell me when it became compulsory to install ip rated spots in shower rooms and also what you would code non ip rated spot installed prior to this date. 2 spots are above bath with shower and 2 are outside zone 2. RCD's are present on all...
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    Nebosh general certificate

    Anybody done the above? How did you find it? I'm thinking of doing it distance learning to fit in around work. Any advice much appreciated.
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    Hi im new and need general advice!

    Hello everyone just thought id say hi. I'm leaving the army after 6 years and want to become an electrician i'm starting a course with able skills which is costing me £8195 heres the link: JIB Gold Card long and short of it is i get my NVQ level 2/3 (3 after two work based assessments)...
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    Pay structure in Australia for General Electricians

    Hi all, I am a qualified Electrician in the UK with over 10yrs experience, I'm currently investigating the possibility of a move to Perth, I have family already living there which is a plus for visas etc. There are plenty of jobs being advertised for A qualified electricians which show there pay...
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    general building regulation

    Sorry guys just looking for a little help here, I done a homer for a joiner and I cut a notch out a load baring exterior wall and fitted a metal back box, the client is complaining and is trying to charge me, but I know that I'm aloud to notch up to 25% of the width of the stud and basically I'm...
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    General Price Query

    Hi All, Just a general price query because i have been known to be fair bit out on pricing this is what ive got and priced 1 x New 17th edition mains board 3 x Chrome double sockets to wire + chase in front room on a new circuit (Same ring as below to new board) 2 x Chrome double sockets to...
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    eaton rcd

    Anyone find eaton rcds won't trip when tested at cu with loads disconnected ?
  11. rustynails

    general purpose timeswitch help!

    hi all, I'm having a nightmare with a Newlec NL24HRTS 24 hour General Purpose Timeswitch. The customer wanted to swap an old pin type timer for this new timer. So I went about fitting it and I cannot get it to operate correctly. The time switch would be used to turn on 3 outdoor lights for...
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    General Consensus on OCLI?

    Hi All, Been looking at several college courses to get my self qualified, im finding it difficult as @ 28 a lot of doors have closed. After looking at the college courses just 2365 level 2 & 3 im looking at close to £6000. I requested a brochure from OCLI and within a few days a got a call...
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    some general pricing/T&C'S advice please

    Hi all I'm sorry if this may be a thread that has been done to the death (be gentle lol) I've recently had an interesting chat with the gaffer about me setting up on my own on the side, weekends etc to eventually fly the nest once i feel more comfortable with having enough of my own work/client...
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    general builder looking for basic electrical training(without wasting time and money)

    so I work with this other guy as a general builder and he's a plumber, I figure we'd make a pretty good team if I could do some electrics. Most of the work we get are like full house renovations so I'd like to know how to do rewires, kitchens, lights, sockets etc. and check it all off. My...
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    General info

    Morning guys I was wondering if anyone can help me? I'm in the process of completing my level 3 in inspection and testing, then I will move onto the 17th Addition. But would like to know what are the minimum requirements for working abroad? I guess you will need off shore Survival/ possible...
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    General Electric MCB - sensitivity?

    Bit stuck - anyone got more experience with boards like this? Mate's ring main hasn't worked for ages - slow trip (like any time between 5 and 15 minutes) on the MCB (alone) with any load on it. Colleague reckons MCB is over sensitive and replace it to see. Been checking out replacements...
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    C.O.B Led

    Hi I have joined the forum to get valuable feedback on new C.O.B Led products that will improve low energy light output.
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    Fuse types an BS numbers

    When doing a condition report what's the best way to find out fuse types , bs numbers an type of main fuse is being used if its an old installation an your not sure ?? An advice would be much aprciatated :stupid:
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    Staircase LED lighting

    Evening all I have a job to look at tomorrow evening And the client has said they want staircase lighting (LED) as I have never installed these before I was just wondering how you lot have previously installed them and what manufacturer you use? All pointers are gratefully appreciated. Cheers...
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    British General CU

    Hi all, I bought a BG consumer unit, but it hasnt got a 20a MCB! trying to find one is a nightmare, anyone know of any other MCBs which will look okay in the board and not totally different? thanks in advance!

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