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  1. R

    Can anyone explain what a time delay RCD is needed for?

    I've scoured the internet for what these do and am coming up short on finding information. What are these for? (ie what specific problem are they trying to solve) and why do they need to be time delayed? Thanks in advance
  2. R

    Anyone know what this cable is called

    Does anyone know what the cable in the picture is called? Or anything about it? Labelling on the outside is “E SPC Electric Cable 600/1000v” Its an odd one, looks like SWA. When you look inside it only has one core used for the live conductor. Then it has a load of black insulated strands that...
  3. littlespark

    City's new range.... Reviews anyone?

    Been getting pestered by CEF about their new M2 range of accessories.. Doing a little rewire and might try them out. Has anyone used them yet? Ill be dealing with regualar square edge switches and sockets, with modular grid switches in the kitchen.... although they also have a slim range, im...
  4. elezie

    has anyone done EAL Level 3 NVQ

    hello so i've got a quote from training provider to do this NVQ ( EAL Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Installing Electrotechnical Systems and Equipment (Buildings, Structures and the Environment) , but prior to the AM2 assessment & portfolio, i was asked to do 9 online sit in exams and i freaked out a bit
  5. A

    Does anyone know anything about Cranford Controls?

    Basically, I am looking to find out how much the industry knows about Cranford Controls and what they do. Anyone willing to chat to me about this will be highly appreciated.
  6. LeeH

    UK AC At Home Anyone?

    Anybody have AC? I’m looking to fit one in the bedroom as working 12h days/shifts is not pleasant on 2 hours sleep. I will install myself and pull in a favour from the fridge boys/contractor at work to commission as they are F gas registered. 1st choice was a cheaply generic unit for 500, but...
  7. Raptor0014

    Anyone any idea what these symbols mean?

    As per title. Does anyone know what this symbol means? It’s on a IP rated outdoor light and there’s nothing in the instructions to say what it means. Customer asked to me to take a look at a light she intends to by 10 of for her garden. This symbol was on it and I’ve never seen it before.
  8. H

    Anyone here able to help me with 302 exam question . Tia

    Does it make sense to anyone ?
  9. H

    UK Anyone able to help me with my design assignment, shaver socket and EV charge

    My tutor is giving me hard time with those questions anyone able light up my head with some guidance please 🙏
  10. O

    Can anyone explain type A RCD's

    I get how they work and can kind of understand the reasoning, I remember the early "no-trip" RCD testers, D-LOG made one that saturated the RCD core with DC to stop it tripping whilst doing an earth loop test so I agree that stray DC leakeage could stop an RCD tripping. But, lets say you...
  11. Jeffersonelias

    Cns anyone please help with this French Nano LED table lamp?

    I would like to install a plug as the original one has been cut off. It has a black sleeved wire but also a non sleeved cable with no indication whether it is a live. Can you please advise which type of plug I need for this? Many thanks
  12. C

    Can anyone here recommend Access Training for electrician courses?

    Hi I am looking for reputable training providers near me in Oxford and have come across Access Training Centre in welwyn city hertfordshire which is not very far.They are offering Level 2 + Level 3 + NVQ 3 with Qualified Supervisor Status and Competent Scheme registration for around £5k which i...
  13. M

    Solar Maximum kW anyone has on single phase?

    I (well, the MCS installer) obtained approval under G59 back in 2015 for 11.5 kW of grid connection on a single phase. 12kW of panels into two 6kW inverters. I'm in a fairly remote area. Not aware of any other solar arrays feeding into my local pole mounted transformer. I'd now like to add...
  14. B

    Does anyone know of a free electrical drawing program

    Does anyone know of a free electrical drawing program that I can use to draw neat circuits consisting of a mains supply (fuse board) mains sockets (ring main for instance), light switches including intermediate switches that I can drag and drop and connect up to produce a neat wiring diagram...
  15. K

    Does anyone know what RCD fault he is talking about

    Hi Basically I have visited a youtube link of another electrician and he is talking about how many electricians find RCD fault very hard to resolve and he mentioned it takes less than 3 minutes using the method he mentioned but not completely hence its really puzzling me so if anyone could...
  16. C

    Hello Everyone, Anyone good at solving Electricity Thefts?

    Hello I'm Crispin. Nice to meet you all. A landlord with an unfortunate tenant who has lost in the region of £1000 after a neighbour appears to have tapped into his mains consumer cable (leading from meter cupboard to fuse box) to siphon off electricity for their own personel use, over the...
  17. SJD

    Does anyone recognise the make of this grid switch assembly?

    Does anyone recognize the make of this grid switch assembly?
  18. K

    Can anyone tell me what these extra wires are?

    Hi. I've had an electrician come in to set up sockets and lights in my loft conversion. 2 switches for the main light (one at the bottom of the stairs and one at the top) 2 bed lights with their own built in switches and some plug sockets. The plug sockets are finished and working fine. I'm...
  19. Vortigern

    Has anyone paid for the BSI documents on the NAPIT portal?

    I have paid to access the BSI docs on the NAPIT (£90 p.a.) They have a zip file 230mb that is full of PDF files. I cannot access it. I have tried unzipping it and looking with Adobe to no avail. I have contacted NAPIT who are no help. Has anyone solved this enigma?
  20. R

    I Need Work Anyone taking on in Liverpool

    I’m currently looking to move away from my employer. I’ve just completed my NVQ in Fire and Security. I also have my 2365 Level 2 and 3. Own tools and Full Clean Driving License. CV is available upon request.
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