230v

  1. W

    Could someone decipher this wiring diagram for me? I bought 10-3 wire to run to it, looking to wire for 230V.

    • Willy_Erl
    • Thread
    • 230v bought diagram looking screwfix someone wire wiring wiring diagram
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  2. dokkan1080

    Ip44 230v zone 1?!

    So the light i have states that's its ip44 but can be used in zone 1? I thought zone 1 was ipx5 and above
  3. H

    230v 3 pin commando polarity tester

    Is there a 230v 3 pin commando polarity tester that is a reasonable price? I have seen the Martindale one at £45.00 Ideally i would like one about £15.00 /£ 20.00. I am just fixing a socket outside for my camper van to keep the topped up in the winter. The solar panels are ok for the summer. I...
  4. M

    5v 2.5 amp adapter (IN 230v ac 0.2 amp max) damaging when connecting to a high power line which is carrying 50 amp current

    Hi, I have a product in which 5v 2.5 amp adapter (input 230vac 0.2 amp max) used. The adapter is burning out sometimes usually when I connect it to the one of the phase (in 3 phase line where ac >30 hp motor is connected) carrying upto 50 amp current. Now my question is why the adapters are...
  5. J

    Failed Eicr's for 230v bathroom downlights no rcd

    With all the rush for landlord EICR's lately been getting few enquires and failed certs sent over to me to quote on remedials. Realise you need a greater grasp of regs and experience to do do eicr's on regular basis so not venturing out doing many of these myself at the moment but do find it...
  6. T

    UK Coolbox not working from mains

    Hi I have a 40L Halfords coolbox which works off 12v cigarette lighter, but won’t work of the 13amp plug. I have changed the plug fuse, but to no avail. Any ideas? Cheers Newbie
  7. 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...
  8. 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...
  9. 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...
  10. 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...
  11. 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...
  12. 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...
  13. 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?
    • Buzzfeed
    • Thread
    • 230v adding advice looking manufacturer pump recommended relay timer
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  14. 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?
  15. 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...
  16. 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...
  17. 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...
  18. D

    Quietest 230v Bathroom Fan??

    Hi Has anyone got any recommendations for a quiet 4"bathroom fan (230 v)? Cheers
  19. 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...
  20. 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...
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