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  1. david dutton

    Will 240V fluorescent tube starter work at 110v?

    Hi, I'm a novice looking for advice. I need to replace the fluorescent tube and starter on my American pinball machine. The current tube and starter operate at 110v The tube is a F18T 8CW which seems to be available in UK so I've ordered one of those. The existing starter is a UL brand with...
  2. C

    240V Socket banged ⚡️

    So Today I checked into some pub lodgings in Manchester and plugged my toothbrush charger in the room. As soon as I turned the socket on it made a massive bang and took out the electrics. I was shocked to learn that the receptionist was aware this was a reoccurring fault and I noticed scorch...
  3. B

    Can't find any cheap G4 LEDs that run off the mains 240v.

    Hi everyone We have a couple of NEXT ceiling lights in the living and dining room. Both the transformers have gone and replacement transformers are about £35 each, however I'm worried they may keep blowing and its going to get costly to replace them often. A friend suggested removing the...
  4. M

    Replacing 12v halogens with 240v led's

    Hi A mate of mine wants me to change all his 12v downlights to 240v gu10 led's there are quite a few.He has bought the lamps and the gu10 lampholders My plan is to just do away with the 12v transformer and wire the gu10 holder in the jb. None of his downlights are fire rated/no hoods having...
  5. P

    connection of an 11kw 240v kiln into my household supply

    Hi, could I have some general advise regarding the installation of an 11kw electric kiln at my property? I would like to get an idea of what works would be required (and therefore the cost) I have this kiln housed (unconnected) in a brick outbuilding, which has an electrical supply to it from...
  6. C

    MOELLER DILEM10 240V 5kva

    Hi hope someone can help... my MOELLER on my hydroraphic dipping tank went faulty so i took it out and bought a new one,i took photos of the wiring diagram. However my daughter who's camera i took the photos on erased the sd card to take holiday photos with now im a little stuck as to what goes...
  7. N

    240v Control Curcuit

    Our company is working on a piece of machinery which has come from China. We are ensuring the electrics are safe. The control side of the electrics is 240v. All the components in the system are CE marked and from reputable brands. 1 electrician says we should remove all the control system...
  8. J

    240v Between Live And Plasterboard Wall

    came across a strange one today. Had a 3 core cable to a gas boiler and there was a fault on the boiler so when tested got 145v across the live and switch wire. Disconnected the switch wire at one end and still got 145v. Thought bad insulation so replaced cable. Still there ! Touched the end it...
  9. Lexlee

    Advice For 240v To 12v Output

    Hi, First post on this forum so please excuse my lack of knowledge. I have a 12v 300watt water heater /hand wash with fold down bowl (type fitted to some work vans etc) that I thought about fitting to my caravan. Here comes the lack of knowledge, 1. If I connected it to the 12v in the...
  10. M

    Rated current based on 415V but rated voltage 240V?

    Hi all just wondering if someone can clarify something for me. I'm looking at fitting a switch onto a din rail, I can't find exactly what I need so it looks like I'll have to fit a switch disconnector. My question relates to the operating voltage. On the data sheet attached it says rated...
  11. L

    Sub-newb question - wiring a 240V to 12V halogen lights transformer

    Firstly, hi, Lavrentiu here, live in sunny Cyprus where thankfully we have the same wiring/setup as UK which is a good thing :clap: I moved to a new place few days ago, this flat has some groovy halogen spotlights by the entrance door but unfortunately none worked. After buying a few new lamps...
  12. J

    240v Fan in zone 1

    Hi folks new to this but have a question . What are the circumstances that have to be met to fit a 240v fan in zone 1 . I have read that it's acceptable if the fan is ipx4 rated and is on a rcd. I've read that if the manufacturer states the fan is suitable for zone 1 and rcd protected then it is...
  13. S

    240v 1ph 1600W Table saw motor wiring question

    Hello everyone, This is my first post, so please bear with me. I am trying to work out how the motor to my table saw is wired. I bought it second hand and I think the previous owner has messed with it. One of the brush holders had been forced in and was touching the commutator. I am wondering...
  14. M

    240v to 12v, Charger + Inverter idea => feedback weclome

    Hi there, for a friend's boat, he has constant access to 240v shore power (and a galvanic isolator), but still wants batteries for whenever shore power stops working, or if he wants to go and cruise for a day or two. He needs a charger to keep the batteries topped up, and an inverter for...
  15. D

    240v Downlighters with LED Dimmable bulbs

    Hi Guys, Im currently quoting a job to install dimmable downlighters. Firstly, can I use 240v downlighters with dimmable LED bulbs Secondly, can I use a standard dimmer switch or does it have to be a low voltage one? Thanks as always Dan
  16. K

    Need some advice on "linked" 240v smoke alarms

    My daughter needs to get 240v linked smoke alarms fitted, 2 storey house, as it's fully decorated, my questions are: Can they be linked to the lighting circuit on each floor Any advice on what make Can they be linked together without being hard wired to each other I will be getting a spark to...
  17. S

    interior motion sensor for 240v socket circuit

    Hi guys I want to install a PIR motion sensor in my hallway to power on a free standing lamp. I will run it on a spare off the ring. Anybody any ideas on what type of motion sensor I would need? Cheers
  18. M

    240V Led flickering?

    so i went to the wholesalers and they hooked me up with 2x5w leds 240v and a dimmer they said matched. i put them in and they started flickering now and then? first thing i did was check the connections they where fine. then i took the dimmer of and put a normal switch on and every now and then...
  19. J

    Yellow 240v extension reel??

    Hi all, Today I was given a yellow 240v extension reel to use. Now if I'm not mistaken yellow flex indicates 110v. So how does this comply? If I was to use this on a construction site everybody would assume it is 110v whereas in reality it's not it's 240v! Thoughts please :)
  20. L

    13 Amp 240V socket installation in disabled toilet

    We are taking over a building after commissioning and I found this install of which a macerator is plugged in to. I wouldn’t install this way and the glands and metal clad covers are not even fitted properly so the IP rating is non-existent. I have to tackle them on the install but looking...

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