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  1. SolarCity

    The MCS farce

    Okay, this may knock a few chins off but I'm going to say it anyway..... The idea that a firm can become MCS registered and then sub-contract an electrician to do the electrical works is, in my opinion, a mistake. The more common route appears to be the man with a sales background. He employs...
  2. C

    Better late than never

    Hi, to all i've been a member some time now just not got round to saying hello.I've got a little more time on my hands now.I have to say there are some great stickies on this site many thanks to all.By the way Electrician by trade an old school spark (to) many years.
    • cpo
    • Thread
    • better electricians' talk never
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum
  3. T

    Sanyo HIT Panels: anyone have practical experience?

    I am being offered Sanyo HIT panels at a fair hike in cost, but supposedly they are much more efficient (and also happen to fit my awkward roof quite well). Has anyone used these, and how much better is generation vs monocrystalline?
  4. E

    I've had better days.

    I have taken Tony's advice. Sorry to disappoint.
    • electromonkey
    • Thread
    • aus better electricians' talk
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Australia
  5. Mr Mark Sparks

    jib letter

    what do you think are the firms above trying to form a breakaway group
    • Mr Mark Sparks
    • Thread
    • attach aus better card certification electricians' talk jib jib card letter scheme
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Australia
  6. Dan

    Google+ Account - Like Facebook, but Google - And better for businesses

    Anybody want a Google+ invite? It's proving to be better than Facebook with many so far. And it's a lot more professional than facebook in my opinion. Just PM me your email address and I'll send you an invite if you fancy it. Don't setup a business profile just yet, they're not allowing...
  7. P

    Help BP verses Sanyo which would you recomend to your customers?

    Hi all, your help and expertise appreciated ( not to techie please as Im no sparky) I have been quoted 2 differing systems, both 2 array one SE and one SW with a sb 4000tl-20 inverter. One quote 3.75Kw with 15 Sanyo Hit 250w hybrid panels estimated Yield 2895KWh One quote 3.96Kw with 22 BP...
  8. S

    NICEIC Certification Scheme PV Courses - C&G 2372 v NICEIC

    Hi All, Just want to say hello and ask if anyone can recommend a good PV installation course. I'm based in London, but happy to travel. I really want something that will get me up and running, not just theory. Any thought on C&G 2372 v NICEIC? I'm newish to sparking, trained up to C&G 2391 as a...
  9. B

    kioto panels-pvsol

    heh all, what is the deal with these panels, pvsol figures are amazing comparable to sanyo, i can find very little info and where to buy them, PM if you know a stockist or any more info thanks j
  10. Z

    Which panels and inverter to choose?

    Hi, This is my first post, and I'll come clean at the outset; I'm not an electrician nor a solar installer. BUT I am in the process of getting an install, and would like some help in choosing the best option. I have found an installer whom I like, and whom I trust (I was recommended to him by...
  11. P

    Today could'nt get any better

    Got a call from my old boss last night asking me to quote and do a job this week because he's tied up. Did the quote for a kitchen rewire plus a c/u change, a dream of a job. Access under the floor, plasterer is making good, bonding in place already, IR test on the rest of the house is good...
  12. S

    tt testing results

    hi i'm not sighning it off, just doin some tests before a proper sparky sighns it off. will be doing my 2392 in a couple of weeks. the ze is 284 so i suggested putting another earth rod in, will this help. the PEFC is < 1 A, dont understand this the PSCC is 0.66 the rcd test on sockets. half...
  13. M

    Shower choice

    Hi Guys just a bit of advice please,can anyone recommend a decent shower, whats the difference between a 8.5kw shower and say a 10.5kw,would you get a better flow from the 10.5kw,or doesnt it work like that could someone please explain. Its going to be wired in 10mm cable with a rcbo...
    • mick21
    • Thread
    • aus bends better choice difference electricians' talk shower triton
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: Australia
  14. the pict

    out building supplly

    I know the guide states a supply to outbuildings should come via a MCB,but, if the MCB is on a RCD rail and that MCB supplies the outbuilding CU via a main switch,RCD,MCB, is that not a whole lot of gubbins that realy is not required, can the supply out not be taken direcly from the switched...
    • the pict
    • Thread
    • aus better building earth electricians' talk ground out supply
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Australia
  15. BigSi

    Bosch range of 10.8v tools?

    Anybody use these, what are you thoughts?
  16. S

    Which one is better? MI3000 or MI3112?

    Hey guys, Not been on here for a while. Just wanted your opinions on which is better out of these two testers? The MI3000: Alphatek MI3000 Easi plus. Buy online or call The MI3112: Alphatek MI3112 Loop, PSC, PFC and RCD Combination Tester. Buy online or call The MI3112 costs less...
  17. M

    Best way to route cables between groups of panels

    Hi I'm looking at connecting two or more groups of panels on a roof which are separated by velux windows. What's the best way of connecting them? I've seen installations with two DC wires strung between them over the top of the veluxes (aaaaagh!!) but was wondering if there's a better way...
    • MikeXl426
    • Thread
    • best best way better between cable cables connecting electricians' talk panel panels protection route
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Solar PV Forum | Solar Panels Forum
  18. trypod

    Megger MFT1730

    Got one at last! First views: Good points inside of carrying case better Probe ends better Easy to use, better display Quick start guide better than the MFT1530 guide Rechargeable batteries Bad points No indepth guide price http://img717.imageshack.us/img717/1340/1730v.jpg...
  19. P

    is it getting any better out there

    guys have been trying to go out on my own for the last 2years, am now going into the 3rd year but am still working for someone else as it hasnt taken off that well. I am now considering if it doesnt pay off this year i will give up trying is anybody in the same boat. Have spent so much on...
    • Peter Woodford
    • Thread
    • aus better electricians' talk getting out
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Australia
  20. i=p/u

    adding socket of a spur

    i need to add a socket in kitchen for 2300w coffee perc machine. the house is bs 3036 fuse with no rcds, so was thinking just buying a socket with rcd incorparated. there is a socket above cooker hood which is a spur and would be handiest place to take from, as i can just run along the top of...
    • i=p/u
    • Thread
    • adding aus better cooker cupboard electricians' talk fused socket spur
    • Replies: 18
    • Forum: Australia
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