I only think about It all on Christmas Eve and cram it into a couple of hours before the pub opens ?. Might try and be more organised this year though.
Another cable always used in Ireland is pvc/pvc twin brown for switch drops and strappers etc. rather than using a T&E and sleeving the blue. I’ve never really understood why it is not readily available in mainland GB.
That lead that you have linked to seems to have a 3 core flex according to the data sheet. Why are they using these with adapters when a standard UK IEC lead would be the best option.
I can assure that’s not the way it’s done in either the Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland.
It’s a bodge and that’s that. It would not be acceptable in any part of Ireland.
Let’s keep this thread on topic and answer the original question. Anyone derailing the thread from now on will be receiving a formal warning. This thread is NOT about the pros and cons of the short courses but how and when they came about.
I have one that I got in the states. Best way to describe it would be like a tiny wheel brace with a 4mm flat end and a handle that spins. Maybe some of our members from that side of the pond will know it’s correct name. What I do know is that it is a doddle for socket screws.
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