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  1. _KaCe_

    USA What is an adapter added to a Carlon box without threads, to give it threads, called?

    I bought 20 boxes for an outdoor project. I paint my parts before I install them so they look nicer than trying to paint them in place. That said, I now need to change the box from a smooth terminal hole to a threaded. I also need to have this part go from 3/4" to 1/2". I am not sure if there is...
  2. P

    Is it within the regs to fit sockets without securing them to a wall/cupboard?

    Hi, moved into a new home and the sockets for the fridge and freezer have just been left loose on the floor behind the kitchen cupboard base trim. To me this look like a rough installation but Persimmon insist it is within the regs. Can anyone confirm and if it isn't do you know which reg I can...
  3. D

    Smart switches without the cable

    In a nutshell, I'd like 2 way switching with smart switches, but rather than running a cable between them to link them I imagine it'd be a lot easier to link the 2 switches via events/triggers on the smart app. I have this already where I turn one light on I've configured it to turn another one...
  4. K

    1978 Porsche 924 Coolant Fan Runs Without Ignition Switch (fix?)

    I have a troublesome problem on my 924. I have replaced the coolant fan 2 times. The fan works this time, but there's a problem. Let me give you a back story. First fan (the one that came with the car when bought) went out when I manually unplugged it. It's been a while since that day, but I...
  5. Z

    UK Can i do EICR without joining scheme

    Hi all I'm not sure if someone asked this question already. Yesterday I applied do join NICEIC Domestic installer scheme payment was done and now I'm waiting for my assessment day. Today my client asked me if I can come and do EICR report on his properties which he rent's this needs to be done...
  6. G

    Texecom veritas R8, lost engineers code, how do you factory reset?

    Texecom veritas R8, lost engineers code, how do you factory reset. End user code works ok, but cannot reset without engineers code. can anyone help??
  7. B

    Dimming without flickering

    I am looking for a good way to dim incandescent lightbulbs. I do not want the normal Triac dimmers that you buy at the store that work by cutting the duty phase. These cause flickering, cause humming, reduce the lifespan of the bulb, and do not dim below a high threshold. I also do not want...
  8. D

    Light switch without earth wire

    Hi everyone, In a bedroom, I have two single light switches that control one light (one by the bed and one as you come in by the door). I am fitting new stainless steel face plates to them. Did the one by the bed first and that had an earth wire connected to the back box so could fix that to...
  9. M

    Can I replace broken light switches and old roses in a communal area without electrical certification?

    Hello - a light switch in my communal hallway has died and the rose is in need of replacement too. I have permission from the freeholder to do said works however was wondering if I need a qualified electrician (NICEIC) to do said works or can I do it myself - I've done many such jobs before and...
  10. D

    2365 level 3 without level 2

    Hello guys, I'm currently in the army but I'm starting to plan for Civi Street. I recently completed the domestic installer course with my learning credits, Im doing 18th edition wiring online now and 2391-52 at the end of the month. I've also got a 2 day electric car charging point C & G in...
  11. S

    LED Lights staying on without power

    I have just put up some new lights with modern LED bulbs - the ones with spaded ends. When I turn off the switch the bulbs in the upstairs landing light stay illuminated, but not as brightly as with the power on. Has anyone seen this before - have I wired the light up wrong? The other identical...
  12. M

    Converting 3 gang to dimmable without chasing for bigger back box

    Hi all. Just seeing if anyone found manufacturer or a solution to avoid chasing out for bigger back box if converting lights to dimmable or just converting one switch to dimmable as all types found require bigger back box. Have looked into grid switch systems but these still seem to require a...
  13. R

    VW Jetta has auxiliary power without key in the ignition

    1999 VW Jetta 2.0 I removed the alternator wiring and a few other electrical connections to repair a leak. After I put everything back together as soon as I hook up the battery the vehicle lights come on and everything has power without the key in the ignition. Checked all fuses , grounds ...
  14. FatAlan

    Why are Wago boxes sold without the mounting buttons?

    As title. Really annoying that having bought boxes of the things the mounting buttons are sold separately, especially if as part of the design and installation they should be securely fixed.
  15. C

    Bedroom lights without earths

    Here is another question. In my bedrooms 1 light is earthed and two are not. The lights are pendants..All plastic fittings. I have been told there needs to be further investigation. The investigation apparently needing to get up in to the loft to look for the earth. This is a problem for me as...
  16. N

    how to take supply from split rcd board without rcd protection

    how to take supply from split rcd board without rcd protection. basically need a non rcd protected supply to feed shed which will have its own rcd ?
  17. E

    Led lighting - where is my limit as a person without any certificate.

    Hello everyone. I need information from people who are more knowledgeable and I will appreciate your help. I have no idea and I can not find any information about the regulations for mounting LED lighting. I would like to install minimally invasive LED stair lighting on a plug and play...
  18. G

    Wiring additional lighting without upsetting bulb warnings

    Hi all Looking for some guidance on how to go about wiring up the lighting that was fitted to my Iveco daily van. Previous owner had fitted and wired up some spotlights along with additional lights at the front and rear to repeat the side, brake and indicator functions. along with powering...
  19. Electron

    Best EV Charger without Earth Rod?

    Plan to offer installation of EV Chargers, but not interested in using Earth Rods. I can only find two products, Zappi and Podpoint. Are there any others? Who would other EV installers recommend?
  20. captaincaveman

    Immitation cable degrading without signs?

    Hiya. For anyone interested in domestic fault finding I had a funny one today... Customer complained about her bs 3871 popout kept popping on her downstairs and basement sockets so I went round, did my testing and found the circuit was failing the IR tests (I will pass on telling you about the...

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