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    Correct Method to extend CT Clamp cable for EV Charger (Also should it be earthed)

    I'll start with the problem. I've installed two Hive Mini Pro 3 EV chargers, and both have had the same fault, which I think I've now isolated to the CT Cable (Not the clamp or its direction). Essentially if I connect the CT Cable to the EV Charger and enable smart charging, the EV Charger...
  2. 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...
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    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?
  4. T

    3 core cable to new thermostat?

    Hi all, I have purchased a digital thermostat. Just wanting to check how to wire it from the old ones cable.
  5. 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?
  6. 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...
  7. 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...
  8. 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...
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    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)...
  10. S

    UK Is the main fuse head satisfactory protection for SWA supply cable?

    Commercial/Industrial installation. Summary of installation: Main feeder pillar contains TNCS incoming supply single phase 100A main fuse, 25mm DNO tails, meter, 100A double pole isolator switch, 25mm tails/16mm CPC to 63A rotary isolator, 10mm SWA cable 25m run to digital advertising panel...
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    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...
  12. 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...
  13. 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...
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    UK Level 3. Cable sizing.

    Just started Level 3 C&G and we're doing cable sizing calcs. Using a previous years exam question. We ran through a few examples of radial circuits, all well and good. Following the following proceedure: Work out total load on circuit from plan. Work out design current. Ib. Ib<In<It Find...
  15. S

    I wanna buy pc power supply from France. I am in Poland. Did power cable will be compatible to socket?

    Hello. I wanna buy new psu Seasonic PX-2200W ATX 3.1. Its new fresh product. But in my country ( POLAND ) is not in stock. I found some french shop. They can deliver to Poland. I am in Poland. Psu will be from France. Did power cable will be compatible from psu to socket ?
  16. 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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    Mains Cable Route

    Hi guys I have been asked to carry out an EICR on a unit which is part of a large shed/warehouse (which back in the day was a big open planned building). The mains cable which supplies the unit (PVC/PVC tails) is routed through the full building in steel trunking which passes through various...
  18. W

    What size SWA cable and what Distribution boards required to shed and garden office.

    Want to install a garden shed with Tumble Dryer and separate garden office building. I have run duct from side of house to where garden shed is going to be, then run another duct to where garden office is going to be. I am planning of having the office heated by electric most likely a plinth...
    • Wilf999
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    • boards cable distribution garden garden office office required shed size swa
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  19. T

    SWA cable Terminating or not??

    Had a discussion with my electrician today about upgrading the SWA mains cable fed from my house to my garage as im looking to use the garage for some woodworking machines, eg table saw, planer as well as some sockets and lights. Sparky has informed me that there is currently a 3 core 6mm SWA...
  20. Trusty Crow

    Running cable over / through garage blockwork

    I am finishing up my NAPIT LCL training, got all of my modules, 18th edition and I+T all done- heading out to support another sparky as a freshly retrained 53 year old. Just doing the final design assignment to finish up the course, which involves a virtual garage extension to a house, built...
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