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  1. R

    Adaptable box with front entry.

    I’m looking to fix a previous install. After having some rendering I have a feed that’s in 10mm T&E and I’m looking to replace the conduit. The gate is being replaced. I’m just looking for an adaptable box that I can have conduit come out the front. I’ve decided to have the conduit come out...
  2. M

    Tips for meter box wiring

    Hi guys I've a practical test soon for work as a smart meter installer Looking for any tips on working with 16/25 stranded singles .Could be a mix of pvc only and sheathed, 7 strand Im going to make a dummy board and practice moving things around and connecting to improve my profiency Any...
  3. K

    metal conduit Running multiple singles through a metal clad box

    Hi . Im running some conduit , a long horizontal with metal clad boxes , with vertical runs to a term box for light fittings and a couple of smoke alarms . Was going to use 4 way boxes dropping down to the sockets and up to the light s. Is it acceptable to run them through the metal clad boxes...
  4. S

    Does this require a Junction Box? Suggestions?

    My wife and I recently purchased a house and every electrical related item I go to replace seems to be installed incorrectly... I want to put a new porch light outside and it seems they did not install any sort of junction box. The house is brick and would require that I drill into it to create...
  5. B

    Power to meter, no power directly under meter at breaker box.

    I am trying to move into a house that has been vacant for 2 years. I called the power company because the power isn't working. They sent someone out, but said the meter is good and we need to hire a electrician. The electrician came out and used a device to see if power was coming out. It...
  6. B

    What are these relays in the fuse box?

    Hello, can someone explain to me what these are and how they work? I suspect these are relays that control the electro heaters because the heating dials have an On and Night setting. Or because there is a dial in another part of the house where I assume some kind of schedule can be programmed...
  7. A

    can I plug in a Kohler standby 14kw to my 50amp receptacle

    can I plug in a Kohler standby 14kw to my 50amp receptacle which supplies both rails in a 200 amp box (already installed interlock system for my box) installation is more than the generator!
  8. J

    Replacing an outside bell box on an optima xm6 alarm.

    Hello. How do you replace an optima xm6 outside bell box. What would be a reasonable replacement and what connections would i find in the box. Thank you for your help.
  9. R

    Tool Box on Wheels

    I’m looking to split my tools up. I have a backpack at the moment but I’m wanting to put stuff that I don’t use all the time in a tool bag or tool chest on wheels. Any recommendations?
  10. D

    Generator 30amp to 50amp box

    Hello, need some advise, long story short had a 18K Generac stolen which would plug into a 50amp covered outside plug fed from a panel to back feed my home for emergencies. I now have a Cummins/Onan 9500K (P9500DF) which has a 30amp 240v plug. Can I use a dog bone jump from the 30 amp generator...
  11. P

    Why is my AEG washing machine tripping my fuse box?

    Hi. I have been having a problem with my AEG 7000 Series Washer Dryer (L7WEG851R) tripping my main fuse box over the last week. I am trying to diagnose what the issue may be. Here is what has happened so far. The machine is three years old, so it is now out of warranty. Last week I ran my...
  12. M

    Do I need a rewire and new fuse box? Or is this OK?

    Hello - I’m a new member here seeking some advice. I’m purchasing a project property - sadly the previous resident passed away. I’m trying to work out whether I will need to have any major electrical work done or not. The property is fairly run down, but the electrics look like they might be...
  13. timhoward

    Meter box door

    Property missing meter box door for an external box that isn't recessed. It's an unusual size (to my eyes) 555mm high by 365mm wide. I can't seem to find a door anywhere including ebay! I've used an over box for a recessed one before but this isn't flush mounted. Any thought's welcomed that are...
  14. N

    Combined back box

    Anyone know of a 2gang and 2x1gang combined metal boxes ??
  15. D

    UK Coin meter mounting box

    Hi, I need to install a digital coin meter for a small flat in a common area of the main property. There is no room in the meter cupboard so have identified an area directly above the cupboard to site it. I had in mind the standard GRP surface mounted meter boxes, but they are a bit large for...
  16. W

    Coverted house flat consumer box needs help?

    Moved in to a ground floor flat of a house broken up into individual flats, only found two outlets in main living area (No bedroom and 1 double in kitchen plus double for oven). I checked the consumer box and feel it doesn't look right, not an electrician just a handyman who recognises his...
  17. S

    replacement joining box

    Hi. First floor lighting circuit all comes back to one box with 3x 10way terminal strips and a single earth point. Power comes from main CU (1.5mm) and is connected to live and neutral blocks and then switches and light fittings wired back using the 3rd block (that is live via switch to switch...
  18. N

    Small 50x50 adaptable box

    Hi All any suggestions for a small adaptable box with dims approx 50 w x 50 deep (length not really an issue), the Wiska 206 would be ideal (85mmx49mmx51mm) however I need to get an earth Banjo on there as it is swa cable and I don't think I will get one on on the wiska with the pre threaded...
  19. S

    What is the definition of a "Junction Box"?

    A client of ours is developing an add-on "adapter" for exit signs where wires from the adapter have to be connected to the battery wires within the exit sign as well as splicing the hot/neutral. The question was asked if by making these additional connections in the exit sign enclosure turns it...

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