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  1. C

    Better cylinder thermostat for a 3 kW immersion heater

    For reasons which I can explain if necessary, I want to replace the existing "integral" DHW thermostat for the electrical immersion heater with the type used to control a CH boller. I would leave the over-temperature cut-out in circuit. I have bought a Salus CT-100 strap-on pipe/cylinder...
  2. V

    Lever connectors better than screw down?

    Hi, what is the confidence of long term reliability/longevity of lever connectors?
  3. N

    DIY testing washer/dryer AIO components, do I need a better multimeter

    Hello, I have an all-in-one washer/dryer unit and it is giving me error codes. I have the manual that describes how to test the various components on the control module, but the introduction to the Component Testing Procedures section has me a little confused. It seems to contradict itself by...
  4. Mworks89

    Ancell vs forum downlights which is better? Also which gu10 led bulbs are good?

    Hi I wanted some advice regarding which downlights company is better from ancell or forum? I have builders doing works in my house but I wanted an opinion of a specialist. The reason I am going for ancell or forum is because they are the only 2 downlights brands that do black chrome or black...
  5. P

    IP55 or IP65 (or better) rated TPN board

    We might need to have a small 3-phase DB in an industrial location that might be exposed to the elements occasionally, though normally it will be covered if rain, etc, is happening. Total current is no more than 32A but I am struggling to find any sort of conventional TPN board that is rated for...
  6. D

    Electric boiler better than a heat pump?

    I need help with this. So I do
  7. Rockingit

    Suggestions for better RCD discrimination

    Have an existing old client with what's best described as a sprawling small-holding of a property. There's an armoured external supply which branches into a submain for various sheds/workshops/stables (some of which are 150-200m) etc all of which have standard RCD final circuit protection and...
  8. C

    Outlet in outdoor enclosure - better approach? Feedback wanted.

    I have installed and outdoor enclosure to primarily house outdoor network and IoT devices. I need power for PoE injectors, power supplies, etc. The Carlon outdoor enclosure is 12 x 12 x 6 and has a sealed lid attached with screws. I extended the existing outlet (GFCI) by using 1/2 PVC...
  9. D

    Should houses be better energy efficient before they are mortgaged ??

    Should homes for sale be made to reach a certain energy efficiency grade ...
  10. P

    Does my electrical panel need to be better balanced?

    I recently had someone install a 50 A inlet connected to a 50 A circuit breaker on my electrical panel. I had some issues with the job he did. At first, he installed an outlet, and I had to make him come back to install the inlet. Then I realized that he didn’t install an interlock kit, which...
  11. Marti

    Napit versus NIC EIC? Napit support is nonexistent, so is NIC EIC any better?

    Hi There, Expect this is an old question. I'm currently with Napit. Chose them because their Code-breakers is such a useful tool. However, their on-line Notifications facility is not working and I've spent two days chasing their support office to no effect. Any of you folk had a better...
  12. Pretty Mouth

    2 heads are better than 1?

    Came across this recently, haven't seen it before. External meter cupboard serving a ground floor maisonette. Early 1960s I'd say (there was no CPC on the lighting circuit, which was wired in PVC pirelli sheathed singles). I'm guessing that at some point in the distant past the supply was due...
  13. N

    Better?: Canadian surge bar with UK Plugs paired wit

    Hi, I hope you are all doing well. I have original UK samsung, apple and Huawei plugs and would like to know which combination of plugging them into my Canadian outlets would be best in terms of Safety, Protection and Efficiency. Please suggest which option from below would be best? 1) Buying...
    • Nursemoe
    • Thread
    • adaptor adaptors better canadian outlet plugged plugs surge surge protector
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  14. D

    Which is better BS1361 or BS88?

    Was wondering why was BS1361 replaced by BS88 even though BS1361 tends to have a larger breaking capacity according to the on-site guide if I'm reading it right, however, I maybe wrong. For example BS1361 breaking capacity can be 16.5kA to 33kA depending on what type you get, where BS88 is 16kA...
    • David345
    • Thread
    • 1361 18th edition amendment 1 amp amps better breaking capacity bs1361 bs88 cartridge cartridge fuse fuse fuse box fuseboard fused fuses mcb
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  15. R

    Hello. DIYer here - trying to do better than the last guy!

    Hello to all, I've been browsing through the forums here but still not sure where this goes... hopefully someone can point me in the right direction? I've found a few horrors in the new (80's) house but this one is a mystery. The front room has two ceiling lights and this lightswitch. There...
  16. Miguel36

    is it better to study in a college or in a private centre?

    Good evening ladies and gentlemen! Like many people, I want to change my career and I have been doing quite a lot of research and I end up with this dilema. Is it better to do a one year package in a private center that includes: -C&G 2365-02: Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations -C&G...
  17. A

    Are LED bulbs better than CLF bulbs?

    Recently, I have decided to switch to LED lighting instead of any other old school lighting. Our government has taken the initiative of replacing old lights with energy-efficient LED bulbs. But there is still a debate about which lighting option is better, is it LED or CLF. Give me your...
  18. EricMark

    Why do I have a wall thermostat? is there nothing better?

    In a way I know the answer, wall thermostat turns heating off when we have warm weather, but I look at the PC and it shows me the target and current in each room from the electronic TRV heads, and I thing if it can tell me when room is cold why can't it be connected to boiler and switch it on...
  19. J

    UK I was wondering what other Sparks offer standing out from other local competitors? Be good to hear and share to better ourselves ?

    I h e been installing emergency lights with Fuseboards that’s are in cupboards, under stairs or just anywhere awkward, on the same lighting circuit as the floor the boards located. many years now on kitchens I’ve been installing all fused spurs into the back of one kitchen cupboard leaving...
  20. Gary Gemmell

    Lets see some examples of Bodge jobs you have seen the worse the better!

    Here check these pics of our so called electricians work If I had been there to supervise he would have gotten his arse kicked up the street until he was wearing it as a hat! Spot the disasters:- 1) Used black cable cos it was all he had left in his van - no trunking or white cable to do the...
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