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    Minimum cpc for class 3 energy limiting MCB

    just been looking at table 2d p104 OSG re minimum cpc sizes for class 3 energy limiting mcb (BS60898-1,-2 confused as to why it states that a minimum cpc of 1.5mm2 is required for a type B MCB with a fault level < or = to 3kA minimum cpc of 2.5mm2 is required for a type B MCB with a fault...
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    non contact voltage detector for £1.98

    reckon this will be any good for under £2? Voltage Detector Pen Non-Contact AC Volt Sensor Tester Alert Pen 90~1000V LED | eBay i already have several other types so not looking to buy another but i just noticed the price as i was looking for a new voltage and continuity tester on ebay. if they...
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    Pir test

    i did a test on a property, found lighting circuit wired in 1.5 2 core T&E, no cpc. Under the 17th edition this circuit would need a cpc. On the PIR form I filled in requirement 2 - needs attention. does this then need to be changed, immediately? Or can i state to the customer it is acceptable...
  4. UKMeterman

    Testing of 12VDC power supplies after repair

    Hi, If I repair say a 12VDC SELV floating mains power supply in a metal class 1 box what tests should be applied after a repair. I am thinking earthbond 100mA or 25A and IR test L+N to E with output also connected to E. What voltage should be used for the IR tests LN to E 500V DC or 1.4kV AC...
  5. SolarCity

    GU10 downlighters - Class II?

    This has probably been covered before but I can't find any info on it. Can anyone tell me how some GU10 downlights can be declared class II by their manufacturer when their general build appears to suggest they should be earthed?
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    class 2 lights on rcbo

    question my friend just phoned me hes a spark in industrial back ground any way hes just changed his consumer unit to a dual rcd board he seems to think the rcbo wont trip if he has a fault cos it has no earth but am i right in telling him which i think i am that it will trip as soon as it...
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    Class 2 insulation tests

    Hi, I did C&G 2377 a couple of years ago and have only recently been asked by company to do some portable appliance testing for them. Now, I'm trying to remember how to test class 2 equipment. I've looked around the internet the best I can and haven't really found an answer. How I understand it...
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    RCD Plugs

    Can anyone tell me a PRACTICAL reason for installing RCD plugs to class 2 site equipment, and how do i PAT test the actual appliance without removing the RCD plug?
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    touch leakage testing class 2 items

    Hello Can anybody tell about touch leakage testing and when it should be done. We have a seaward europa plus unit that seems to divert to touch testing when we are testing class 2 items. Any info on this would be great.
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    No CPC in lighting Circuit.

    Hi sparks. Little question. Have just done a EICR on a old domestic installation. T-N-SC. No cpc in the lighting. Wylex Rewirable fuses. 30mA RCD installed before the board. This is has failed the trip tests. What do you suggest I recommend? Do the lights need rewiring or will a new RCD/board...
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    PIR code opinions......again!

    Guys, if youve got time I wouldnt mind a brief opinion of this finding from this morning before I write it up. Lighting circuit no cpc from about halfway, all metal fittings earthed before the break then no continuity into bedroom and bathroom/ all roses and class two fitted from that point...
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    Frequency of testing

    Hi Guys Having a senior moment, I can't find the tabulated guidlines for the frequency of testing. I know it exists somewhere....! Thanks in advance Billy ps Anyone know if I need to submit a diagram of locations of smoke alarms with the paperwork for a HMO going to the Council?
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    testing equipment with electronics inside plus

    Guys as more and more equipment have got electronic or computerised equipment fitted ie a washing machine used to have a elctromechanical dial now they have on board electronic / software control so my question is how do you approuch this with regards to the type of test ie test with 500vdc or...
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    domestic surge protection

    done a job lately for nedl, 200 houses in gateshead had a 500v power surge cos some thieving scrote robbed some copper from a sub that feeds the houses. people lost tv, computers, phone chargers, boilers etc anything with a circuit board. As we were testing the houses prior to the power going...
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    First Class Welfare Facilities........NOT!!!!

    Just thought I'd share this one with you because I couldn't believe it when I saw it and was even more dumbfounded watching a chap actually putting his ginsters in there!!!!!
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    Class 1 - Insulation Resistance lower legal limit?

    Hi Guys, Could you guys tell me what the lower legal limit is on Insulation resistance for Class 1 appliances? We raised our own test limit some years ago to >5m ohm due to certain units failing when installed on site and us getting increasing warranty call outs to fix them. We narrowed it...
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    Microwave Leakage Testing

    Hi, I'm sorry I know this has been mentioned before but unable to find the thread. Looking to purchase a Microwave Leakage tester and interested in models you can recommend.Also wondered about fee's to the testing. Cheers!
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    Advice on light switches and fittings to use on lighting cct without cpc

    Lighting CCT has no CPC present in a domestic install i'm working on (IR test is compliant for N-L), the customer is aware that the circuit does NOT have to have a cpc installed to each light switch and fitting, but wants those CLASS 1 types present to be replaced with CLASS 2 type. Just want...
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    Lighting Circuit no CPC

    All, Looking for opinions please: Just been to see a client who has had another sparky in who has connected up an outbuilding which has a number of 2 gang sockets and lights - all from a 13A spur off the ring - no RCD protection anywhere. He was due to change the CU but has said he won't...
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    Extending Bluetooth over Mains Power

    I have installed a SB 4000TL (with its built-in Bluetooth) in a workshop about 100 yards from the main farmhouse. The Bluetooth works fine with my laptop, but won't extend to the house ... which also has walls 2-3 feet thick. The domestic incoming supply and isolator is in the workshop. Is it...

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