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  1. W

    For Sale Job lot of unused MICC and BS5308 cable.

    Retired several years ago and selling off various items including: MICC Approx 20 metres 3L1.5 Approx 80 metres 2L1.0 Approx 25 metres 4L1.0 Approx 50 metres 2L1.5 Approx 15 metres 2L1.0 Approx 90 metres 2L2.5 Approx 45 metres 4L1.5 Approx 50 metres 2L2.5 Approx 100 metres 2L1.5 Insulation...
  2. Groot2024

    Sub-main cable design

    Hi, I am currently working on the project part for my C&G 2396 design qualification. I have passed the exam but that was 2 years ago and I have forgotten so much😕. I cannot for the life of me get my head around calculating and designing the sub main cable to a 3 phase DB with a mix of 3 phase...
  3. M

    What size cable, 100 amp sub panel?

    What size cable is used to connect a residential 100amp sub panel from an existing 100amp panel, 75 feet away? All Breakers will be removed from the main panel and move to the new subpanel.
  4. G

    UK Data Cable Testing

    Hi all I was hoping for some guidance as I'm preparing for the AM2. I've seen comments online saying a question came up in the AM2S that I'm struggling to find an answer for. When using a tester on data cable what is the cause of a light showing on the master unit but then it's missing on the...
  5. T

    SWA Cable on campsite fence

    Removed a rotting picket type fence on our campsite which supported 4 electrical 10 amp hook ups and replaced with new fence. As the new fence has different post spacings the previously installed SWA cable is either to long or worse to short. As the cable is above ground and running along the...
  6. S

    Earth Rod cable CSA

    Hello All, I'm in UK, and I'm after some info to help a family member in Ireland. They've been advised that the cable to their earth rod needs to be upgraded as it's apparently too small. Want to reassure them this is really needed before they pay for it to be done. I'm used to what BS7671...
  7. L

    Extending SWA garage cable

    I have run 10mm2 3 core SWA to garage CU but miscalculated the length and no way Im going to reach the house CU. I need to extend the cable, is it acceptable to do it like on the picture?
  8. C

    Main armoured DNO cable in ceiling

    I’ve noticed my main incoming armoured DNO cable goes up the garage wall in some capping to the ceiling then runs under the ceiling and drops down to the meters. Is this ok as it’s armoured?
  9. Chrisvdmeer

    Ethernet cable

    Ethernet cable problem Hello, I have a 400mbps internet contract. When I plug my Ethernet cable into the modem->straight into my laptop I get my 400mbps. When I plug my Ethernet cable into one of the outlets trough the house I only get a 100mbps. All the cables are CAT6 and I’ve tested all of...
  10. D

    Cable schedules

    Cable schedules. Can some body please explain what each digit on this type of info means? 1 x 1 x 4c is one cable with 4 cores 4 x 1 x 4c is 4 cables with 4 cores I think this is correct but what does the middle digit represent?
  11. nascocorp

    How Cable Cleats Revolutionize Cable Management: Key Benefits Explained

    In what ways do cable cleats transform traditional cable management practices, and what specific benefits do they offer in terms of safety, durability, and efficiency in both residential and industrial applications?
  12. S

    Bnc cable with power messed up for cctv

    Hi I have stupidly cut the cable to push through the wall . Idea was to join them back together. There's 2 wires inside blue and a white one. The white one has copper strands exterior around it. When I joined it back together. The camera didn't work. I'm unsure if it's down the cable I've...
  13. R

    Speaker Cable for DoorBell

    Good evening Guys Was wondering if someone can advise. Ive wired a door bell system on a job in speaker cable( was last minute floors were going down and only thing in the van) However when connecting up the kit as per instructions i cannot seem to get it to operate. Is speaker cable...
  14. A

    Best cable type for in floor heating

    I am planning on redoing my basement floors and debating on adding underfloor radiant heat. It would be supplemental to my HVAC as the basement as being 70 year old house all registers are roof mount. My question is due to the large area of main room roughly 13' × 30' (4m × 10m) 400 square feet...
  15. G

    Socket on spur with cable in conduit

    Hi. I'm hoping someone can help with a question about adding a socket as a spur onto a ring mains circuit (rcd protected at CU). Its a 2 gang socket so max load could be 26A. The 2.5 TE cable is rated for 27A but this reduces to maybe 20A if its in buried in a wall in conduit (as it will be)...
  16. L

    extend power cable - Optoma screen

    Hello, I have optoma screen de-9120ega | Optoma United Kingdom - https://www.optomaeurope.com/product/de-9120ega which has 3g 0.75mm cable. I want to use extension ... so I was thinking, is there any reason for such a device use 0.75mm cable? I assume few electronics and small motor is inside...
  17. arron9999

    Staircase cable run

    Hi All, In need of some advice on what is and isn't allowed under regs. I'm extending a circuit in my house so I can install a socket on the landing. All the ring wires run through the main landing floor but where I want to install has 3 steps going down to it. I can run the wire down the...
  18. J

    UK Max distance cable can run overhead without support

    Hi folks, I have been through the regs. Have a garage wired from a house. Cable runs overhead at an appropriate height and is suitable cable. The distance in mid air is about 2m. My question is does this need mechanical support by way of a conduit or tray. It does seem a bit excessive for that...
  19. A

    10mm LSF cable for shower

    Hello all you fine folk and hope you're all keeping well. Having a bit of a dilemma here regarding making off 3x10sq LSF cable for a shower. I'm debating about about whether to use a Crabtree pull chord or to just mount a 2 gang 45/50A shower switch. Shower rating is 9.8kw with cable being...
  20. T

    SY cable - earthing the braiding

    Hi all, we have a situation where we have a 3 phase bit of equipment thats on a 32amp commando plug 3 phase. Its wired up in sy cable and using an sy gland the braiding is earthed on the load side. There is no room in the plug (supply side) to get both the braiding pigtailed up and the conductor...

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