Single phase board with rcbo's

Sparky92 · Sep 8, 2015

Iv got 14 single phase 20way boards to fit all with rcbos, Iv done 4 already and want to know if anyone has a better way to terminate the conductors to make it look tidyer.

http://s5.postimg.org/ipxzyhn87/DSC_0231.jpg

Spoon · Sep 10, 2015

Wasn't there a thread a bit ago about putting tie wraps in consumer units. I remember quite a few people whinging about that it shouldn't be done due to its a pain when testing.

Fox · Sep 10, 2015

Jimi92 said:
Iv got 14 single phase 20way boards to fit all with rcbos, Iv done 4 already and want to know if anyone has a better way to terminate the conductors to make it look tidyer.

http://s5.postimg.org/ipxzyhn87/DSC_0231.jpg

Take the comments in this thread on board and learn from them mate.

Here's my two pennies - it looks like that was put together with no prior planning whatsoever - it always pays to think out a job before doing it and always keep your work area tidy.

Wiring a board step by step with no prior planning will always end up looking like your picture unless you've done hundreds to an acceptable standard.

Sort that out before handing it over to your customer because as it stands it's not acceptable.

Good luck!

telectrix · Sep 10, 2015

to be fair to OP though, i've seen much worse.

Spoon · Sep 10, 2015

I can't see the pic. My wonderful work comp has blocked the site....

Sparky92 · Sep 10, 2015

I have taken in all of your advise and this is the product I'm now producing, I know more needs to be to do to get to an excellent standard. More advise would be appreciated. Cheers

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Spoon · Sep 10, 2015

I really hate my computer sometimes. Still can't see the pic....

Hellmooth · Sep 10, 2015

Jimi92 said:
I have taken in all of your advise and this is the product I'm now producing, I know more needs to be to do to get to an excellent standard. More advise would be appreciated. Cheers

Thats better mate, cabling at the top would be better in trunking, but you did say it was being boxed in!

SWA is 100% better, well done for taking the comments on board and doing something about it, others may have replied with negative comments!

As Tel said, I've seen a lot worse than your first pic, but defo needed improving!

Simonslimline · Sep 10, 2015

I think each time is a learning curve to be honest. Arrange the cables properly and dont rush it. Its better to make a tidy job of it and take a bit longer than end up with a rushed messy install.

Hers one i did a while back. I hate MK boards personally, but its what my boss bought unfortunately.

Leesparkykent · Sep 10, 2015

Simonslimline said:
I think each time is a learning curve to be honest. Arrange the cables properly and dont rush it. Its better to make a tidy job of it and take a bit longer than end up with a rushed messy install.

Hers one i did a while back. I hate MK boards personally, but its what my boss bought unfortunately.

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looks nice and neat

typical MK board, no matter what you try and do the MCB's end up lopsided.

Simonslimline · Sep 10, 2015

Leesparkykent said:
looks nice and neat typical MK board, no matter what you try and do the MCB's end up lopsided.

Cheap nasty tacky boards imo. I am looking forward to installing more metal clad ones to be honest.

R G · Sep 10, 2015

The plastics are terrible on the MK boards, I have had to replace the hinged covers on some of
those boards as the holes have broke on them..

Dave OCD · Sep 10, 2015

Simonslimline said:
I think each time is a learning curve to be honest. Arrange the cables properly and dont rush it. Its better to make a tidy job of it and take a bit longer than end up with a rushed messy install.

Hers one i did a while back. I hate MK boards personally, but its what my boss bought unfortunately.

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Very nice, and if you're only still in your second year of training that's even more commendable - you'll be a top sparks !

Leesparkykent · Sep 11, 2015

Here's one of mine I done in a few hours...could be a tad neater with a little more time spent on it.

Hellmooth · Sep 11, 2015

Here's one I've just finished, took me most of the day but think I've nailed it!

Leesparkykent · Sep 11, 2015

Hellmooth said:
Here's one I've just finished, took me most of the day but think I've nailed it!

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haha....top job! Hope you charged a bomb for that bit of craftsmanship :smilielol5:

Hellmooth · Sep 11, 2015

Leesparkykent said:
haha....top job! Hope you charged a bomb for that bit of craftsmanship :smilielol5:

Went in cheap at £800 :clap:

Leesparkykent · Sep 11, 2015

Hellmooth said:
Went in cheap at £800 :clap:

Hope you didn't give them a cert for that money lol

Hellmooth · Sep 11, 2015

Leesparkykent said:
Hope you didn't give them a cert for that money lol

What's that? :stuart:

Andy78 · Sep 12, 2015

This is one that a customer of mine has asked to to "sort out when you've got time", change the DB tidy it all up etc.

I've been putting it off for 18 months now :uhoh2:

Simlec · Sep 12, 2015

OP how are you going to maintain the correct IP rating for the board?
The bushes you have put in the top should have been stuffing glands!
Why have you taken all the cables to the left hand side of the board ?
Have you ran out of blue tape?

Leesparkykent · Sep 12, 2015

Simlec said:
OP how are you going to maintain the correct IP rating for the board?
The bushes you have put in the top should have been stuffing glands!
Why have you taken all the cables to the left hand side of the board ?
Have you ran out of blue tape?

Apparently the cables are being boxed in #4.

Hellmooth · Sep 12, 2015

Andy78 said:
This is one that a customer of mine has asked to to "sort out when you've got time", change the DB tidy it all up etc.

I've been putting it off for 18 months now :uhoh2:

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How does a board end up looking like that lol!

SS-2015 · Sep 12, 2015

I don't do much board-work.
Here's the start of a small industrial sub-board I did a year or so ago.

(And before I get shot down about the black & Grey - Rest of building was wired like this so did it for ease of future works or anyone following)

Dizzy_Maskell · Sep 12, 2015

Take your time mate and make sure each cable goes in correct place I've lost count of the amount of times mixed neutrals earths etc.
I just can't understand why ppl don't take 30 min longer and do things right first time

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