230v | Page 2

230v

Recent contents View information Top users
  1. littlespark

    230v water pump for a towable bar unit

    My mates bought a mobile bar. I’m going to be checking the electrics but I’ve got a more plumbing question. he’s wanting a small under sink water heater, just for hand washing. There’s little chance he will get a fresh water piped supply where he sets this thing up. His idea is to get a water...
  2. I

    Single Phase 230V supply and 3ph Compressor install.

    Hi guys, Have an option of an old, but really solid superb condition and well made large +/- 200ltr compressor from Denmark. Rarely used since purchased/Build 1987. Only supply I have is 230V Sing/Ph. Never had any dealings with 3 Ph. First name plate. Grundfos 3~MOT MG90LAR-24F115 No...
  3. N

    Old NEMA 6-20 outlet options

    Hi, new to the forums. I live in a 1920s apartment, and we have an old outlet near our mantle that I believe is a NEMA 6-20 (photo attached). In the past, we used a 240v heater on it (though it cost a ton of money to run). Now, I'd like to either run a 230v window AC unit there, or convert the...
  4. M

    12v conversion of 230v light fitting.

    Hello, I am wondering if this is allowed, I dont have a big need to do such a thing, just would like to know how it would stand up with the law and regs etc If you have a class 1 (or class 2 for that matter) light fitting and you wanted to convert it to 12v to make it PELV, for use in an old...
  5. M

    230V remote transmitter

    Hi guys, due to the recent events I am in DIY mode. I'm usually on mains power and some control wiring during my normal working days so this particular unit I'm looking for I can not find! Scenario:- 2 x sheds to be remote locked / unlocked I want a simple neon lit switched fused spur to...
  6. G

    UK Swapping MR16 downlights for 230v iCage LEDs

    hi all. Newbie to the forum although I have read it many times over the years. I want to swap some downlights in our hallway from MR16s with transformers to LED mains GU 10 Ansell iCage 230v fire rated ones. The MR16s have been attached to the mains by an old-fashioned looking junction box...
  7. B

    Adding a relay to the timer on my submersible 1/2hp 230v pump. It was recommended by the timer manufacturer.

    Looking for advice to add a relay to a well pump timer. 1/2 hp 230v submersible @750’. The timer is rated at 10amp. 1578238119 Does anyone have any recomendations?
  8. D

    230v european motorized pencil sharpener in 110v usa outlet bogs down

    Have a 220v (wired for Sweden) motorized pencil sharpener (Boston X-acto model 41). Since its a motor it does not work right, bogs down in 120v usa power outlet. What do i need maybe a transformer?
  9. a-z electrics

    How to test/certify a small 230V generator installation?

    Hi all, Got a client with a small barn workshop and caravan powered by a portable 230V 6kW petrol generator. (Loncin 8000D-A) . The original 32A commando lead had a domestic double skt on the end, and theres another lead with a commando socket for the caravan. Theres only one 230v o/p. He asked...
  10. J

    24V contact(component) that switches 230V

    Hi there everyone, I'm pretty much electrical noob so long story short- I would like to know, if there is a component that is powered by 24V and it sets (contact) 230V on and off. For example: I have a motor that needs 230V and this 24V component is connected between power supply and motor. I...
  11. Alan Smith

    Use of 16a 230v ip44 plugs & sockets outside laying on wet grass / leaves

    Just wondered what people's thoughts were on the use of 16a 230v ip44 plugs / sockets used on cable lighting for a Christmas event with most connectors being left on wet grass or leaves, there are lots of these connectors in use and are accessable by children as it is a public area. My thoughts...
  12. D

    Quietest 230v Bathroom Fan??

    Hi Has anyone got any recommendations for a quiet 4"bathroom fan (230 v)? Cheers
  13. R

    Heatmiser UH8 volt free with a 230v switch wire boiler

    I haven't had the chance to install an UH8 before and it looks a cracking piece of kit. However I'm a little unsure on best place to get a Live from, to feed the Volt-free LS, with the LR going to boilers 230 switch. Take the UH8's main live or take the boilers? There's no valves at the moment...
  14. C

    230v hair dryer swimming pool.

    Standard 230 v hairdryers wired into rcbo protected spurs poolside, id say zone 2 but didnt measure. Hair dryer cable is 2 core, the cable had been damaged leaving the neutral snapped and exposed at the hairdryer end, floating neutral... Someone apparently grabbed the cable and received a shock...
  15. D

    Installing a 230v Single Phase Air Compressor in my home garage

    Hi gents Just joined and this is my first post. I’ve decided to upgrade my home garage compressed air setup since my current 3hp 50ltr 8cfm struggles to run the air tools I’m using to restore my old project car. All was going ok until I invested in a 20 gallon sandblaster with the result...
  16. a-z electrics

    230V caravan installation

    What documentation is required after wiring up a single phase installation in a caravan? All mains testing has been done as if it were a domestic installation and tests out nicely.. I can do a domestic installation cert although the parts specifying the supply I feel are a bit superfluous as...
  17. custie86

    Wiring up 8 x 230v 35w downlights

    Hi all, this will be my 2nd post as a member. I want to replace my existing pendant lights in my living room with 8 x 35Watt GU10 led downlights. Was just wondering about the best method of wiring these together so they can be operated from a two way dimmer switch. Ie: In two groups of four...
  18. P

    230v to 12v

    Hi,new to the forum, I bought a 12 v refrigerated unit, it was mounted on back of Tesco delivery truck running off a battery. I now have it dismounted and I want to get it connected to the mains (230v).. What kind of transformer do I need and how much would a job like this cost, - transformer...
  19. C

    An electric motor can operate at 230V?

    I have an electric motor at 230V / 400V. Can it be made to go to 230 V according to the diagram below? Thank you!
  20. G

    230v Supply to DIN RAIL PSU in 19" Rack

    Hi guys, First time posting, so please bare with and thanks in advance for any help. Working on a project (install in a couple of months) and the 'kit' I'm installing is a mix for DIN rail control equipment and AV kit. Usually no issue, AV Kit in a rack, DIN rail controllers, PSU's etc in the...

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