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  1. T

    Can’t get these connections in to sit?

    Can’t seem to get the connections in ? They just keep coming loose, can’t seem to push them in either far enough ? Any ideas ? https://pasteboard.co/JwSCDiT.jpg https://pasteboard.co/JwSD4nmx.jpg
  2. R

    Where can I get a obsolete Square D Main Breaker?

    I am in need of the 200 amp main breaker for a QOC-20M200 Series 1 breaker box. I have attached a picture for reference. I was told it is obsolete and have looked online but none of the reference pictures have the lower bolt-on as I have? Any help would be greatly appreciated!
  3. J

    Anyone know where can get dual tariff DB suitable for this or possibly RCBO's

    Having trouble find a a dual tariff DB suitable for set up for this property. Can find a 5x5 way board but not suitable as have 7 ways on peak supply side. If not is there any RCBO's that are compatible for this board? Thanks 1600367772 See photo
  4. J

    Hardwiring simple Ring doorbell still bit stumped on what exactly is required and where to get it

    Steered clear of wiring these up so far can't be arsed with them but customer got some other jobs wants done so said I'd do it. Not seen fuseboard yet but believe got option if spare 2 ways can purchase 24v transformer for that board or other option is mount transformer in enclosure with din...
  5. P

    How would one get into becoming an electrician?

    This has been on my mind for a while. I've read about taking apprenticeships, but is it even possible to survive on that low a wage if you're not a teen living with parents?
  6. P

    Does anyone have a ATEX Zone 0 torch they want to get rid off ?

    Hi guys, I am looking for a ATEX zone 0 torch is someone is looking to get rid of theirs. TIA
  7. N

    earthing scheme suitable for worst/large value of soil resistivity in order to get earth resistance value below 5 ohm?

    i don't the exact value of the soil resistivity as no survey of soil sample is carried out at the site .However Copper earthing electrode 50mm diameter of 2.5 m is driven where its circumference were filled with chemical compound power to the height of rod and earth resistance was found to be...
    • Navaraj
    • Thread
    • below earth earth resistance earthing get order resistance scheme suitable value
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  8. C

    UK currently looking to get on and electrician course carnt pick which is best

    i am current looking join an electrician course ideally to get my gold card i am paying for the course my self so need as much information as possible to decided who to go with i have got it down to 2 providers at the moment 1-option skills birmingham nvq level 3 EAL this intails 8 week...
  9. S

    Is it possible to get continuous power from a switched line?

    Rather than pull a new line from the panel by busting through walls, I am tapping an existing line in our bedroom to add an outlet and switched light in the neighboring enclosed mechanical room. The problem is that the existing line is on a switch 15 feet away that controls the bedroom ceiling...
  10. A

    Tools you don’t need but are great when you get them

    What tools do you guys use that you don’t need as a necessity but once you get they make your life that much easier? For example knipex installation pliers/ ck armour slice/ ck cable tongue
  11. littlespark

    Past date to get the cheap rate bank loans?

    As the title says... Am i too late to get a loan for business expenses? The ones that were low rate and 0% for 6 months or was it a year? I've got the chance of privately buying a VW transporter van.... bigger than the berlingo ive got. Obviously id need to buy the vw first, then try to sell my...
  12. D

    I Need Work Looking for an apprenticeship in South Yorkshire, want to put in the ultimate graft to get where I want to be.

    Looking for an apprenticeship in South Yorkshire and want to put in the ultimate graft.
  13. C

    How to get off Bosch oven element which does not have screws

    Hi, I need to change the element on my Bosch HBN2350GB oven and all the guides online show elements screwed to the back of the oven with normal screws. Mine though just had weird sticks as far as I can see. Does anyone know how to detach this/what tool is needed? Thanks in advance!
  14. Lister1987

    Wanting to get my head around fire detection and alarm systems...

    Can anyone recommend any good links, books, materials (Aside from bs 5839-1) for getting an understanding and looking into how these systems are devised, wired, maintained and such like? I know there was the IET Electricians Guide to Fire Detection and Alarm Systems - 2nd Edition, however I...
  15. Gavin John Hyde

    if you are on checkatrade get a free bosch drill

    Have an email saying if you are on checkatrade and open an account at denmans then you can claim a free bosch drill.... too bad I am both a member and have a denmans account already Not a bad freebie if you dont already use denmans... use this link enter your checkatrade details and then set up...
  16. J

    how hot will it get behind my under bench top oven

    Hope you guys can help, how hot will it get behind my under bench top oven with a hob above on the bench top ? The cable touches the back of the oven from the oven itself and I am sure the hob cable, I believe there is also a plastic junction box back there, could that melt or is the heat less...
  17. J

    Got a long way to go, need all the advice i can get

    Hi, Ive started a city & guilds in electrical installation (bet youve heard it all before) ive got a long way to go, but am highly motived. Due to the current situation ive had to start the course behind a computer screen, which made following the course a bit difficult however i kept at it...
  18. F

    UK Best route to get part p

    Hi people noobie here. OK Im a fully qualified JIB approved 2391 and 18th Edition. Fed up with the big sites, so going it alone. Seems I need part P, which whislt I grimmace at the thought of possibly more training that I dont need. It seems I must have it, and all these checkatrade type of...
  19. T

    I Need Work Looking for work as Mate in/around Coventry/West Mids. Trying to get started in commercial.

    Hi, Currently studying C&G 2365 Diploma Level 3 & 18th Ed (on hold due to Covid19 situation, one week left), looking to get into commercial jobs as a mate. Ideal location in and around Coventry and Warwickshire/West Midlands. Have been working with a local domestic electrician since Sept 2019...
    • tom.pettitt
    • Thread
    • commercial electrical work electrician job electricians mate get looking mate started trying work
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Electricians Jobs
  20. D

    Megger pat 150r and a fault code of err 8000 2030

    Hi there all I’ve got a Megger 150r pat tester and it’s stuck on an error code err 8000 2030 And no we’re is open to get it looked at Can anybody help as can’t seem to find fault codes on net Regards Dave

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