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  1. R

    What's the best choice for on site EV charger testing?

    Plan to purchase a set of EV charger testing tool. But want to know what's the best choice, competitive price and can do as much as possible testing.
  2. S

    2391 question multiple choice IR help to break down

    During the construction of an installation, insulation resistance tests have been carried out between live conductors and earth on the individual circuits and the L to E results are shown below. What is the expected value of insulation resistance L to E when the whole installation is tested...
  3. M

    specify an appropriate wiring system for the luminaires in the main workshop, giving three reasons for your choice. thanks

    specify an appropriate wiring system for the luminaires in the main workshop, giving three reasons for your choice. thanks
  4. G

    test meter choice

    Hi, I currently have a Megger 1730 v1 which is fine for all functions except the 2 wire (L-E) no trip loop test, (no 3 wire loop test on my 1730). It is absolutely useless as the site where I work has a noisy electrical supply (probably due to harmonic distortion, numerous large inverter...
  5. D

    Safety switches choice advice

    Hi, Because of the recent epidemics of so called experts with absolutely no proper qualification, nor knowledge, I'm forced to learn more on the subject, hence the following thread: In the apartment, where I currently live in, a safety switch panel is equipped with miniature toggle switches...
  6. F

    EV Car Charger Choice

    I’m getting a Audi Etron this week and need to install a car charger, I was looking at the Ohme charger as it ties in with Octupus Energy supplier but open to input from you guys who install them daily. Thanks
  7. D

    when did the impact driver become the tool of choice to do terminals up ?

    Pretty much every celeb sparks on Youtube and every celeb diy training video on how to do a board change shows the sparks using an impact driver When did this become the norm ?
    • Dustydazzler
    • Thread
    • become choice driver impact terminals tool when
    • Replies: 61
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  8. R

    2391 multiple choice practice papers

    I dont suppose anyone has got any past 2391 multiple choice exam papers or simulators they wouldnt mind sharing. I've got quite a few but could always do with some more Fingers crossed
  9. S

    Diode choice for snowplow controller.

    Hello,I need recommendation for type. voltage,etc diode for toggle switch controller on my fisher homesteader plow.12 volt.since I do not have any vehicle side electric harness from fisher.i purchased the plug ends for power to hydraulic pump (battery)motor,and plug end for solinoid s there are...
  10. P

    Choice for shielded BS8436 cables

    Looking to use the BS8436 style of shielded cables in place of SWA for some cable (indoor and outdoor) that is not RCD protected so it benefits from the protection against penetration that the conductive layer provides. Just looking for any advice/recommendation of which manufacturer to go for...
  11. P

    Choice for RJ45 network sockets

    Looking for network sockets to match domestic outlets, only need 1 or 2 per single back-box size, in white to match MK Logic Plus ideally. I see that MK do the K5864WHI "RJ45 CAT6 Euro Module" to match their grid range which is the obvious choice, except its pretty expensive and not many stock...
  12. P

    Small van choice (2020 edition)

    At some point we might want a company van. Nothing too large as most of the time it will be one guy and a handful of tools. Occasionally a motor/gearbox weighing 120kg or so, maybe the odd bit of 2m or so tube, etc. Site has an access road which is pretty rough (one reason not to want to use...
  13. P

    Choice of emergency lighting strip light

    I'm looking at arrangements for lighting in a small room. It needs a decent level of low-shadow light when occupied, but as windows are usually shuttered it also need to have emergency lighting in case of a fault (not for long though, 30 min is plenty of time to fix or leave). My initial idea...
  14. A

    Questions about choosing RCBOs

    Hello, I have been reading the topics on this forum which have been very helpful. I am looking to change my consumer unit to a full RCBO unit - I am not going to fit it myself, I am just trying to gather knowledge as to what is available so that I am informed as to choice. I have gathered that...
  15. Darren Evans

    Help with choice of fittings

    Morning chaps! Having now assisted several local electricians on domestic 1st and 2nd fix, I have some questions for the forum :) What manufacturer/range of fittings would you guys recommend that provide a good balance between size of range, quality, price and ease of installation? The guys...
  16. K

    Led Batten choice - help needed with voltage input

    I'm looking at putting in new lighting in my garage but some of the led battens i've looked at have a fixed power voltage supply such as this 240v (https://www.screwfix.com/p/led-batten-45w-4000lm-5ft/5440r) and some have variable ones such as this 220-265v (LED Batten Linear Tube Light Ceiling...
  17. W

    FICA multiple choice help

    Hi, I am resitting my FICA Underpinning Knowledge test next week and I stuck on a few questions in the mock tests they have on their website. I have been doing a lot of revision but my brain has gone to mush. Can anyone help with the following question? Question - The maximum earth fault loop...
  18. T

    Compex ex03 & ex04 multi choice exam help

    hi, recently sat my compex in Aberdeen and since found out that i had failed the multi choice exam, getting this email. Unfortunately you were unsuccessful in the Ex03 & Ex04 units of the Multi-choice exam– see attached fail sheet. It was much harder than I anticipated and am now worried about...
  19. S

    Chasing walls.....weapon of choice.

    Whats your preferred method and therefore tool of choice for chasing all types of hard walks (brick, block, stone etc)? Is it the grinder and hammer drill method (if so do you use a purpose demo hammer drill or a standard SDS rotary with hammer function). battery or corded grinder? Is it a...
  20. pirate

    Stuck in a lift? Who would be your choice of companion?

    OK, I'm at a bit of a loose end today, and so here is a new thread for you all to chip in with your suggestions... I imagine the lift is stuck between floors, and it will be at least an hour before you are "rescued". You may choose companions for (almost) any reason, but bear in mind the forum...
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