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    MR16 12v to GU10 240v conversion

    Hi, I've 26 MR16 12v downlights in my property. At the moment they're running 50w halogens, LED's would obviously be the more efficient option. I think I've got a pretty solid plan for converting but I'm hoping someone will be able to point out any glaring omissions :stooge_curly: Currently...
    • Tom Probst
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    • 12v 240v conversion gu10 image lighting mr16 transformer
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  2. dnjr

    Barn conversion

    Dear all Have got a project for a barn conversation and the client wants to retain some feature walls as face brick easy enough I hear you say, just drop down in galv conduit, bobs your uncle. my query is that I'm guessing you can't get 2 x 2.5 t &e cables down 20mm conduit the question is ...
  3. polo1

    Light switch conversion bracket

    Anyone know where I can source the attached (imperial lighting conduit box converter) or a modern equivalent?
    • polo1
    • Thread
    • bracket can't conduit conversion frame light light switch something switch
    • Replies: 22
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    Loft conversion - RCD main switch query

    Hi all Unsure where to post this so if this is in wrong section I apologise! I have been asked to wire a family members loft conversion (one bedroom and en-suite) and I am planning to run a 16mm t&e to a new 5 way DB (lights, ring main and electric 10KW shower) in the loft and needed to know if...
    • cdisney
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    • conversion loft main main switch query rcd rcd main switch switch
    • Replies: 32
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    Bathroom Zone 1 to Zone 3 type fitting conversion and GU10 LED questions

    I am not an electrician, but before I go and call out fellows in the trade who charge by the hour just to give an opinion, I thought I'd ask you gentlefolk some questions: I have two bathrooms, one with a sliding-door shower alone, another with a bathtub with an over-bath shower. The first...
    • Arclite
    • Thread
    • bathroom conversion fitting fixture gu10 led light questions recessed shower type zone
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  6. A

    Church conversion to domestic from commercial Help

    Hello all, I have been asked to check over a converted church which has already been converted to offices. My client wants to convert it to a domestic dwelling. They have 4 old square d DB, 2 are for all circuits and 2 are for off peak night storage heaters. My question is .... as It was...
  7. W

    Airtight Conversion

    Afternoon, Don’t normally do domestics, but am involved with a smarthome project. The inside leaf is blockwork and will be dry lined. Normally I’d just chase the cables and boxes in the wall. The builder wants to apply a parge coat to the wall to increase airtightness as a base to the dot/dab...
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    Advice for providing power to a barn conversion

    Evening all - I'm hoping to run something by a few brains to make sure I've not forgetten anything or done anything stupid! Apologies if it's a bit of an essay but I'll try and give you as much information as possible. Thanks for your time. Right, here goes. Existing set-up was a house with...
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    Car ramp 3~ to single conversion

    Hi, i am new to the forum and wondered if i could get some advice. i have purchased a bradbury 4 post 3 tonne car ramp which runs off a 3 phase (and neutral) 1.5kw motor. my problem is i do not have access to a 3 phase supply. Initially i bought a phase converter only to then find out that the...
  10. S

    Micc conversion from imperial to metric

    Evening Gents, Does anyone has conversion chart for MICC cables Imperial to metric , I have to admit I am not an authority when it comes to MICC. Thanks Sparky 63
  11. S

    loft conversion

    doing my first loft conversion.need six sockets,light and smoke alarm .thinking of new ring circuit,light and alarm off existing light circuit ...is this the easiest/best way and approx what price do i charge
  12. C

    Testing new circuits in garage conversion

    Hi guys (and gals), this is my first time on the forum, I am hoping one of you can put me straight. I have been an electrician since I left school in 1975, I am on the NICEIC list as a domestic installer. I have just finished some new circuits in a detached garage that has been converted for...
    • ColinJ
    • Thread
    • circuit circuits conversion garage new testing
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    Garage conversion ideas??

    I'm in the process of designing an installation for a friend of mine who has recently purchased his council property with the right-to-buy scheme. Its a studio flat situated on the first floor with a large garage space directly underneath which he is converting into a bedroom with an ensuite...
    • BC-Electrical
    • Thread
    • conversion garage ideas
    • Replies: 111
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    Flat conversion fire requirement

    ive been asked to convert 3 storey + cellar Victorian house into 4 self contained flats what would the fire requirements be ??
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    Barn conversion pricing. I'm baffled

    Hi gents I registered on this forum to hear your thoughts on the following please its a barn conversion / cottage alteration and full rewire. I've priced for the cottage part as she wants it done in stages since there's a lot to do on the barn section before it's ready for electrics. Anyway...
    • Andystraughan
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    • conversion led pricing
    • Replies: 33
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  16. sythai

    4" ---> 6" core cut conversion

    Hello Everybody... Just seeing if anyone has ever had the pleasure of carrying out the following. Have existing fan in place with 4" core hole, but need to increase to 6" as existing fan is inadequate for size/type of room. Unfortunately this isn't your standard 'easy-peasy' block wall, but...
  17. A

    3 phase to single phase conversion

    Been asked to do a conversion of 3 phase 4 wire supply to a single phase . Swap 3ph mcb for appropriate single , identify two of the cores as brown and blue at both ends make the other two earth. Re calc volt drop for 230 . Any objections?
    • arkin
    • Thread
    • 3 phase conversion cores earth phase single single phase supply
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    3 ph contractor conversion to 1 ph

    I have a 3 phase pump and as many people maybe aware the grundfos 3ph pumps are hard to get hold of and they offer a single phase alternative ..: So I have a 3ph and earth supply and need a 1ph I know I could just take two fuse's out but a college has mention about this theory Line conductor...
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    Uninterruptible Power Supplies - Online Double Conversion

    Good Evening All, Could anyone recommend a good (reliable (on average lasts more than 2 years)) Online Double Conversion UPS that is small. By small I mean smaller than a Borri B400 which is the model (1KA) I currently rely on. The B400 1KA measure in at: W: 14.5 cm H: 22 cm L: 44 cm The B400...
  20. O

    Plastic 35m.m. conversion (flush) boxes

    Does anyone know of or has any ideas where I might purchase some 35m.m. single and double PLASTIC boxes (equivalent to the galvize ones)? I am replacing some rusted/rotted out galvaize boxes in an old farm building conversion. I see one box has been replaced already at some time in the past...
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