what do you make of this? | on ElectriciansForums

what do you make of this?

Discuss what do you make of this? in the Periodic Inspection Reporting & Certification area at ElectriciansForums.net

Overload or loose connection, get it looked at ASAP, put a clamp meter on it to see what there drwing and ask If they've had problems in the past with particular phase going down.
 
at least the phases look balanced, equal loads of melted pitch on each. or is it in the basement if a blackcurrant jam factory?
 
With that amount of pitch laying on the panel floor, i would say , ...Yes you do have a problem, and one that needs to be rectified ASAP... This is a perfect case where a ''Thermal Imaging Camera'' would be ideal, to pinpoint any area's where there is suspicions of loose connections being present. Were talking about 2 x 240mm cables per phase here, so a substantial current will be flowing even in normal conditions....
 
who owns the cables ?
is it dno or consumer side of main switch ?
the pitch is bitumen based and is not conductive otherwise it wouldnt be used as a cutout sealant.
when its all melted away you'll have no arcing barrier between the main incomer terminals.
 
bummer , looks like you'll be the one to clear it up instead of fobbing it off to the supplier lol.
and its a complete building power off job , you wont be popular with the I.T. staff ;-D
 

Reply to what do you make of this? in the Periodic Inspection Reporting & Certification area at ElectriciansForums.net

News and Offers from Sponsors

PCBWay
  • Article
Meet PCBWay at electronica A1.163
Join us at electronica 2024 in Munich! Since 1964, electronica has been the premier event for technology enthusiasts and industry professionals...
    • Like
Replies
0
Views
291
PCBWay
PCBWay
Electrical2go
  • Sticky
  • Article
📢 Best Sellers Catalogue Now Available! 📢
Good to know thanks, one can never have enough places to source parts from!
Replies
4
Views
800
Bob Labla
B
Dan
  • Article
The Official Sponsors of ElectriciansForums - There are currently 8
OFFICIAL SPONSORS These Official Forum Sponsors May Provide Discounts to Regular Forum Members - If you would like to sponsor us then...
Replies
0
Views
831
Dan
Dan

Similar threads

P
What do you use to cut and strip tails or chunkier cables?
Also good for cutting strands of cable armour, although I try to restrict their use to copper.
Replies
6
Views
956
nicebutdim
N
D
  • Question
Eddy current clarification
I would imagine by not being able to identify what earth lead applies to what circuit, unless each earth lead is identified/labelled.
2 3
Replies
37
Views
4K
Mike Johnson
Mike Johnson

OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Electrical Goods - Electrical Tools - Brand Names Electrician Courses Green Electrical Goods PCB Way Electrical Goods - Electrical Tools - Brand Names Pushfit Wire Connectors Electric Underfloor Heating Electrician Courses
These Official Forum Sponsors May Provide Discounts to Regular Forum Members - If you would like to sponsor us then CLICK HERE and post a thread with who you are, and we'll send you some stats etc

YOUR Unread Posts

This website was designed, optimised and is hosted by untold.media Operating under the name Untold Media since 2001.
Back
Top