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  1. S

    0.75mm2 flex for fixed equipment - reality check.

    Hi Folks I've never thought twice about using 0.75mm2 flex for connecting fixed equipment (e.g. extractor fan in window) to a fused connection unit with 3A fuse where this is sufficient for the load of the equipment. But table 52.3 of BS7671 states minimum csa for copper cable in lighting...
  2. telectrix

    calculation check before i rip the flat to bits.

    hi folks, got a CU change to do. flat rewired circa '70's. wylex 3036 fuses. my concern is earthing conductors. at present they are 6.0mm. TN-S. Pefc is 700A. not sure of main fuse size, so have taken worst scenario at 100A. referring to tables, @ 700A the disconnect time for a 100A BS1361 is...
  3. Pete999

    Reality check xzxzxzxzxzxzxzxzxzx

    'As you know, or maybe not in some cases, I'm retired, 72 had some medical problems, can't physically do what I think I should be able to do, getting old I think it's called, anyway, had a call from a friend I have known since the later stages of my School life, his wife of some 50 years had...
  4. S

    Off for a few days to Swanage for some R+R on the nudist beach check out last years photos

    Not sure why they came out blurred............. ;o)))))
  5. K

    NVQ Level 3 Check List???

    Hi, does anyone know of a decent list of things I should work on in preparation of starting my NVQ Level 3 sometime in the future? I've been fairly lucky finding regular work as a mate but I feel like I need to start focusing my time at work more on learning rather than just working (don't read...
  6. UKMeterman

    One way to check if a HV cable is live

    Could I please have a review of PPE and technique shown here? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sd-HAbPp0fg
  7. M

    Electrician Jobs Looking for electrical check and possible new consumer unit - Airdrie

    Moving into a new (to me) property, looking for someone to give install once over from safety perspective. Longer term maybe looking to replace consumer unit with one with RCBOs (current has MCBs not sure if any RCD). Would prefer a small firm to large one. Would be looking to get check done...
    • martinw
    • Thread
    • check consumer consumer unit eicr electrical glasgow looking new possible scotland unit
    • Replies: 25
    • Forum: Electricians Jobs
  8. Kjb Electrical

    Is Check a trade worth it?

    hi all, ive recently started a business so trying to spend my pennies wisely, I can understand checkatrade from a legitimacy point of view but im interested in how much work you can expect to generate from them as an advertisement platform?
  9. Z

    Car key fob lithium coin battery check voltage before replacing it

    Dear Experts Sometime I worked with my friend in his car wrecking yard , and sometime we need to check car key fobs that are not working if thier batteries are dead or not ,,,using Fluke 117 multi-meter and KYORITSU Most batteries are Lithium Coin Battery size 2023, 2016,2025 (3V) Some...
  10. Pete999

    13Amp plug check card Electrical Safety First

    Anyone want one of these FOC only got one spare, first come first served PM your address and I'll pop onee in the post,( Only 1 left ) UK plug pin gauge - https://www.pat-testing-training.net/articles/plug-pin-gauge.php
  11. T

    Electrician Jobs Help needed testing for small industrial unit (electrical check)

    I am thinking of going self employed in the next few months so I have been doing a bit of advertising before. I have been contacted to do some testing for someone who I know. The testing involves a industrial testing of a small unit, which has been asked for by the owner of the unit, the local...
    • Tbonser
    • Thread
    • check council help industrial needed part p small testing unit
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: Electricians Jobs
  12. F

    DIY Check: Adding a socket to the attic - spurring decisions!

    Hello. I am installing a CCTV system for my mum. It's a basic IP camera setup, with up to 4 cameras and a recorder. I plan to have the NVR in the side attic out of the way, so I need a power socket in there. The last few days I've been doing a bit of research about it. Trying to identify...
  13. einstein

    has everyone registered their Gold card for ECS check

    no more replacement costs? have they dropped a clanger
  14. charlie76

    EICR - How much do you check?

    I have been to 2 different rental properties this week, one for an EICR and the other for a report of the smell of fish from the shower isolator when the shower was in use. As part of the EICR, I removed the shower cover to measure R1+R2 and Zs at the shower and a general inspection, only to...
  15. Jay Sparks

    JIB Electrotechnical Certification Scheme (ECS) New ‘ECS Check’ service launched by the JIB

    Just seen this on a social media site. New ECS Check service launched by JIB | Joint Industry Board - http://www.jib.org.uk/new-ecs-check-service-launched-by-the-jib Your thoughts? Jay
  16. bigspark17

    Submain swa size check

    Just after a bit of advice from thoose of you that deal with this regularly & want to make sure i get it right. Swa submain to phone network mast 63Amp single phase supply Pme supply assumed ze of 0.35 245M run Ive been trying to calculate which size swa & cpc or 3c swa to go for, would like...
  17. B

    Loft Light - Please Check my Diagram

    Hi, I am fitting a loft light off a spur from a new junction box. The junction box has the terminals laid out in a line and most diagrams I have seen have them laid out in a circle. I just wanted someone to give this crude diagram of mine a look over and check I have got the switched live...
  18. Phil Thompson

    Price check please, NI sparks in particular.

    I have a customer who has questioned/insulted my price on completion of work plus extras. Basically I was asked to wire an electric shower, it's for a rental upstairs flat, I suggested they add a smoke and heat detector in, the board was old bs3036 and I suggested instead of spending on an RCD...
  19. S

    Old qualification 236/ or 2360 how to check ???

    Hi all I'm looking to find out if my certificates are enough to get in to Napit or nic I passed most of my exams back in 1996 to 1998 I did my core course 2360 course but can only see Certificates saying part 1 should I have some saying part 2 ??? Also I have my nvq level 2 and my am1 I have...
    • Stephen king
    • Thread
    • check how to old qualification
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  20. A

    Newbie - electrical check requirement

    Hi, I'm a newbie and pretty ignorant about electrical issues! I need advice on electrical checks and the law.
    • Alegna Brown
    • Thread
    • check electrical newbie requirement
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum
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