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I have done the c&g courses, done the manufacturers courses, registered with olev all set up to go
Got my first EV job come in, nice easy job...
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Yet to dip my toe in EV and have been trying to avoid it to be honest. But have just been presented with a situation and just wanted to...
Hi, I've been asked by the DNO to install a load limiter for the charger as it is right on the MD. I know Podpoint have the CT clamp and cable but...
Howdy- I am a newby to your forum but in hope someone can set me straight on this nagging question in my mind.
I am converting my boat's 12 volt...
Hi All, looking for some setup advise around a new EV charger installation at a Domestic Property.
The customer has a single phase 100a supply...
I am considering fitting a car charger using 6mm SWA to a new isolator switch in the meter cupboard and then 6mm T&E to the CU. It would save...
I run some computer case fans from a 12volt car battery in my Garage to keep the air flow moving and prevent condensation in winter. I borrowed...
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My name is Guillermo and I work for Ecoluz Consultores, a Spanish engineering company specialised in the segment of energy efficiency...
At some point I'm going to get asked to fit one of the above and I'd like to know a bit more about it from some people that have already fitted...
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Greetings from Spain! hope everyone is doing well?
Name is Dennis 33 years old and have a small small background in electrical...
I apologise in advance if this has been covered but I’d like to get confirmation please.
I want to register our company with OLEV, I’ve read the...
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I did a City and Guilds course, practical assessment and exam for the CG2919 on Monday and Tuesday, we were told about the...
So my understanding is I need to be trained with a particular manufacturer before becoming OLEV registered? Just wondering if anyone has...
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I’m thinking of taking the c&g 2919 course
Has anyone taken this course and found they get much work through being OLEV registered. I...
We're getting conflicting views on whether we need specific charger test equipment for EV charger installations in homes and it's very...
I am a bit unsure of what Amendment 1 is saying regarding EV charging points and PME.
I understand the existing 3 methods in section 722.411.4.1...
Was doing a periodic last week and came across one of these outside a factory. The factory has a TN-C-S earthing system and is connected direct to...
I'm just interested in the technicalities of charging points, specifically with PME supplies, I know there's been a few threads on here, but I...
I know the ENA introduced a new process for informing DNOs, previously it was OK to advise the DNO after if you were within the maximum demand up...
I understand that some vehicles do a check on the earthing resistance before they allow themselves to connect to the charging point, so...
Just wondering if anyone has any experience of the following: Type B RCD + 2 MCB Garage / Mini Metal Consumer unit - EV Charge Point Install -...
Guys, i like to have a broad knowledge base and range of work, as i get bored doing the same things day in day out.
From working on F1...
Hi i need some info on a few electrick parts for a electric car any help would be so greatfull
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I have a Peugeot Expert fully electric...
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I own a BMW E39 which developed a crank no start issue. No codes are being thrown but my initial thought was fuel. So I checked the...
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Can I ask some advice on what to bury please?
This is the the front of my house in plan view. House at the bottom. Porch at the bottom left...
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I am currently in the process of trying to get a charging point fitted to a detached double garage and it is proving to be a bit of...
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I have been offered an opportunity to do some EVC training through my local wholesaler. They are putting on a course run by the NICEIC...
Sorry if this has already been covered..... I’ve tried searching with no luck !
I’m after some info please on what is required to get set up to...
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Anyone here Napit registered or has electricians on their own Napit scheme?
I've not too long ago done an EV course all fine, Rolec...
I have 2 x 11 kw Porsche units to install.
I have read through section 722 and couldnt clarify...
1. Anyone aware if theres a min/max distance...
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I’m unsure of what wiring I need to run for an EV charging point and have read that there were new requirements launched in January...
Looking to get trained/qualified on the EV charging point installations.
To those of you who have gone down this route which way did you go about...
Hi all,
I have been asked to install an EV charging point for a friend who doesnt have an electric vehicle but would like either a cable ran in...
All government funded home chargepoints for electric vehicles must use innovative ‘smart’ technology from July 2019, the government announced on...
Hi have been looking into the city and guilds 2919-01 electric charging point course to become olev registered and approved by ROLEC. I have...
I'm considering a career change or trying to implement a 50/50 split between my current work in IT - largely working in a technical capacity as a...
Good morning fellow electricians. Now, as I am sure you have all been enjoying, I have not been on here much lately, as I am jacking in very...
Hi all,
I've not a lot of experience with EV but was called to a local job to investigate a loss of power to a 32amp 7.2KW EV charger.
It turned...
I have a nice job on in a few weeks which includes wiring up a solo chargepoint EV point. The pod doesn’t have its own RCD like Rolec do.
I am...
Hi there,
I have just joined the forum.
I have been involved in the electrical and electronics industry for over 40 years. I am now involved...
I install EV chargers, often under the OLEV scheme. next year all chargers subsidised by the government will have to be 'smart' we all know how...
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Could someone please tell me if qualifications are required to install the above kit, or they need to be...
I am currently doing an EICR in a warehouse and one of the circuits is for a Fork Lift Charging point (32A) In Light of the 18th Edition and all...
This has been discussed before but I'm still not clear and would appreciate input.
I'm installing a home EV charger (Andersen A2) and need to...
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I live in jordan. We have a 380Vp-p, star, 4-wire, earthed neutral connection to the building. We get 220V to the apartment. I have...
I am looking at section 722 of 18th edition for EV charge points. Section 722.411.4 imposes restrictions on the earthing arrangements for TN...
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Trying to make sense of the Regs regarding RCD types for a standard 13A socket intended for electric vehicle charging. Looking at...
I have previously worked as a field service and installation engineer (AV DATA CAT5 areas) for over 12 years, although i am currently working in...
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