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  1. cliffed

    EICR

    Doing an eicr on transport company's yard,most probably 15 years+, old. Normal observations,wondering what you guys think about this one,in the middle of nowhere there are 3p/N/E commando plug/ sockets,rated 32amps,these are used for charging refrigerator units,supplied with trailing leads. They...
  2. L

    Rates

    Evening everyone, What is everyones thoughts on labour rates that you would charge out if you were a business? I have recently started a company quoting for small jobs and charging myself out at £25ph. I live 20miles north of london. Would you agree that this is an acceptable rate? Thanks Liam
    • Liam howe
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    • charge charging costs myself rates working
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  3. L

    EV Charging point installers

    I was just wondering if many folk are now involved with the installation of EV charging points? Demand in this area is obviously increasing. I'm very keen on green energy and I'm considering specialising in this area, is anyone else doing the same?
  4. D

    EV Charging & Earth rod's

    Hi Guys, Looking at Ev Charging and the earth rod scenario on a PME System. Looking at A722.3 on page 282 in the BYB but the equation doesn't make much sense to me in all honesty. i can see Raev has to be less than or equal to but is 70 Uo 70 x 230 or 70+230 over Iinst( 230-70) Having a...
  5. M

    Off Peak Charging through Hybrid Inverters

    Hi guys, we have just developed a MID Approved meter that enables Hybrid Inverters Batteries to be charged/topped up through economy 7 type tariffs, your thoughts/opinions would be appreciated Currently the DNOs will not allow this, due to the way the meter will clock up export through import...
  6. Davisonp

    Emergency Light testing and repairs

    I have a couple of questions about testing and maintenance of emergency lights. I have been told that if the LED on an emergency light does not work it must be considered “Failed” and the fitting replaced, but when reading up, I cannot find any regulations or guidance to suggest this is...
    • Davisonp
    • Thread
    • batteries charging emergency fitting light lights power repairs testing
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  7. J

    Charging problem

    Hello, I have a machine with 24v system. Couple of weeks ago it stopped charging the batteries. Firstly I suspected a blown fuse, which was not the case. Then I turned my attention to the alternator. It has 3 leads (battery, feedback, excitation, 4th is ground). I got no reading from those...
  8. M

    Charging for testing, certs and notification etc...

    Hello all, just a thought... Could i ask if anyone ever charges for testing, certs and notification on top of general electrical install or do you allways include the above within the contract price for sockets, downlights, cu change etc... Just wondered because sometimes that call all take up...
    • muzza1
    • Thread
    • certs charge charging doing notification notify scheme testing
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: Business Related
  9. HappyHippyDad

    Installation of home charging point for electric car.

    Evening all. I have been asked to quote for an electric car charging point. The customer has specifically asked for a 32A commando socket to be fitted. I have not fitted a home charging point before and was hoping to hear how some of you guys had done it as reading literature on it there seems...
  10. uksparks

    MCB Storage & Charging Station

    Hi, Just thought id share with you my newly made MCB storage setup and charging station. I just need to fit a smoke detector in the charging station so that I can leave batteries unattended whilst on charge as in the garage. Also, some photos of the lights I have just fitted to the side of...
  11. a1guvner

    Tazer charging

    Hi Guys, Pricing a job where there is a requirement to provide 50 Tazer charging points, any one have any experience on expected loadings without diversity, no other info provided. I have looked at the tazer X26 which is battery powered but can have an additional battery tray/charger but give...
  12. B

    Charging batteries in van

    Can anyone recommend kit for charging drill batteries in the van?
    • Bul
    • Thread
    • batteries charging electricians vans van vehicle
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  13. uksparks

    Charging Leisure Batteries in Parallel

    Hi, This is a question for anyone who can help with DC etc and Leisure Batteries. I have a 500w load at 12v, made up of. 75w car stereo which includes 15w per Chanel, and 425w of LED lights. I have 5x 100Ah Leisure Batteries all connected in Parallel, total of approx 500Ah. My load is 500w...
  14. T

    2 Panels, 1 Alternator & 1 MPPT. How To?

    I need to wire up my solar panels to my motorhome leisure batteries. I have a 160W permanently mounted panel that will be hard wired to my MPPT controller. I will occasionally wish to add a portable 100W panel to the setup. Can I connect this portable panel directly into the MPPT as well when...
  15. S

    1969 E Type Jaguar with charging problems.

    Hi Gents, I have an e Type Jaguar that I recently bought and imported from the USA so no history available. I have a problem with the battery charging. The original alternator has been replaced by previous owner with an Iskra AAK 11.201.511 but only outputs 13.6 volts dropping to 12.5 volts with...
  16. I

    Car Charging Point Domestic

    Lads Be asked to provide a dedicated 32A supply for a future charging point. Does the circuit need a 32A Type A RCBO Chris
    • irishsailor
    • Thread
    • car charging domestic garage install point protection
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Domestic Electrician Forum
  17. K

    Charging Dell laptop from 12V cigarette socket

    I wanna charge a Dell Latitude E6500 laptop from the cigarette socket (12V), and have now tried two Vanson laptop adapters (SDR-100W and SDR-120W). Both deliver a weak beeping and does not charge the laptop battery. According to the regular power adapter the Laptop need 19.5V and 4.62A. On the...
    • kje
    • Thread
    • 12v battery charging images laptop power socket
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  18. S

    Earthing for an EV Charging Point

    What should a certain member do?
  19. M

    Charging 48v 14ah battery bank ???

    Hi guys i have owned a electric scooter for a while it has a battery bank on it that is made up of 4x 12v 14ah sealed lead acid batterys. i would presume this would make it a 48v 14ah battery The bike has sat in my shed for few years and i am now wanting to sell it. so the other day i...
    • markus19
    • Thread
    • battery charge charged charger charging green
    • Replies: 18
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  20. M

    how much should i be charging?

    hello im new to charging people jobs. how much should i be charging people for. example cctv 4 cameras and the kit costs £150 alarm system kit costs £100 sockets light fittings i don't want to under charge and do not want to overcharge i finished college and we didn't cover this at all. we...

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