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  1. A

    GFI keeps tripping

    I wired my garage this summer. Installed panel, laced it in. 24 circuits. Over 200 plugs lights ect. No issues. It all works fine Except 1 circuit. 15 amp runs from panel to 1 gfi. Loads out to basic 15 amp plug. From there to gfi number 2 in the bathroom. In on the line terminals of course...
  2. Dan

    Canadian Electrical Advice Forum

    I've created this forum category titled Canadian Electrical Advice Forum for those that visit the forum from Canada and wish to seek electrical advice from fellow Canadians. Please create a new thread in the Canadian Electrical Advice Forum if you have a question you'd like answering. Anything...
  3. R

    Light wiring

    I'm beginner and trying to relook my house how do I wiring this?
  4. Megawatt

    The big difference in the electric terminology and installation regulations and practice in each country!

    I’m from the US and I’m just trying to learn how UK does things and the terminology of what I call something verses what y’all call materials. I read some of this and I mostly don’t know what being said and I’ve been doing this for 32 years
    • Megawatt
    • Thread
    • australia canada country difference electric electrical electrician england installation laws legislation practice regulations sharing south africa sparky usa
    • Replies: 112
    • Forum: Talk Electrician Forum
  5. tinkering

    Running Cable to Garage

    We are going to run Teck90 or ACWU cable underground from house to garage. There will be just a 60A breaker in the house and garage for now but want to lay a large enough cable to carry 100A in the future. We have approximately 60 ft of ACWU #3/0 aluminum to make the run. It is about 2" in...
  6. H

    12V DC Relay Issues (Diesel Engine)

    Hello all. I am having an issue with a 12V DC Relay I am trying to install to run a kill switch on a John Deere Diesel engine that runs a high pressure water pump. I have the relay wired in such that it will send power to the ignition when an electrical signal comes from a water sensor in the...
  7. cprfenom

    Anyone have experience in Canadian electrics or the process to challenge the exams

    Hi All, As the title says, is there anyone here with Canadian electrical experience or the processes in getting your skills recognized in order to challenge the exams? I am looking at options to move to St johns in Newfoundland
  8. w0z

    (obscure) question about dual voltage in Canada

    I was chatting to a non-technical person back over here for a visit but who now lives in Canada. He told me that the domestic voltage is 110v but some properties including his have a second feed of higher volts (unspecified but 200 and something Volts) for higher power domestic appliances. Does...
  9. Gavin John Hyde

    Canada know how to punish cowboy electricians...

    A mate in Canada sent this to me... A guy did the Canadian equivalent of notifiable work without the required permits/licensed membership and got a few days jail time and a whopping great $50,000 fine! All for installing lights without the relevant paperwork or qualifications in place. If...
  10. N

    Introduction

    Hello, Im Ravi from Canada and I work as a reseller of electrical equipment. I hope this forum will help my knowledge and teach more about the equipment I am selling. I look forward to all your expertise in the electrical world!
  11. C

    UK electrician in Canada thinking of moving home

    Hey all, Im originally from Northern Ireland where I did my electrical apprenticeship then worked in London for two years. I moved to Canada about 7 years ago and got my electrical licence and have been working steadily ever since in heavy industry, land based oil, hydro electric Dam...
    • clagan
    • Thread
    • canada electric electrical electrician home moving thinking
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum
  12. H

    Work in Canada

    I've been thinking of going to work in Canada and was wanting your opinions. So here's the deal..... The company pays for flights, accommodation and sorts the visa out. You work for 5 weeks and then they fly you home for a week. The shift pattern is either 6 days with a day off, or 13 days...
    • Hawk
    • Thread
    • after canada company electrical work not uk work working
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  13. Pete999

    American/Canadian Electricians

    Just been watching Holmes on Homes (Canadian) any how sparky boy turns up to seal off some redundant outlets in the Garage, takes the cover off disconnected the receptacle ( see got all the names right) right now what does he do? well twists the hot, neutral and ground together puts on a screwit...
  14. P

    Canada

    Hi guys, just wondering if any of you have considered moving abroad. The wife and I have been talking about it recently and have kind if decided that Canada might suit us better than Australia or New Zealand. Any thoughts or experiences welcomed. Thanks
  15. X

    Electricians jobs in Canada.

    Hi all, I keep getting jobs by email offering Canadian citizenship after 6 to 9 months, I'm sure most of you will have seen a similar sort of thing. My question is this, does anyone know anymore about this kind offer, does anyone know of someone that has already gone through with it. No doubt...
    • xbeazt
    • Thread
    • canada electric electrical electrical work electricians jobs not uk
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  16. F

    South African Electrician looking to work in Canada.

    Hallo Everyone.I'm a Red Seal section 13 Electrician with 10 years domestic and Industrial (factory/production) experience.I have no idea how to start the process as everyone I mail doesn't get back to me and/or they answer very vague.I need help please!
    • Frans_rsa
    • Thread
    • canada electric electrical electrical work electrician looking south
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum
  17. H

    working in Canada

    Any sparks on here ever worked out in Canada?
    • Hawk
    • Thread
    • answer canada electrical work months not uk worked working
    • Replies: 22
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  18. infinity

    Canadian solar anywhere?

    Does anyone know where I can pick up 16 250w mono Canadian solar panels?
  19. K

    Canada

    Could be a pipe dream, but I want to emmigrate to canada in the future, to be honest its one of my reasons for becoming an electrician. Does any one on here know how to go about it? I have a fair bit of family living over there, but ideally I want to avoid doing a 'sponsorship' Has anyone on...
  20. Energetic

    Canadian and micro inverters

    Hi guys, were hearing stories about an installer from Birmingham buying up all the solar guide leads and going in cheap as chips on Canadians and micros. We've lost a couple to them but by the time we get to the customer they are absolutely convinced that Canadian are the best panels and...
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