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  1. S

    Is this correct?

    Hi all, I have an upstairs landing light which never comes on any more. Is this wiring correct for the downstairs hall way light to control an upstairs landing light (which has a single gang) ? I didn't do it I just opened it. The downstairs light works fine but the upstairs doesn't at all...
  2. B

    Does This Installation Look Correct?

    Hi all, I wondered if you could give us your thoughts on our friend's installation? I've included some photos. We're sure that there's something wrong with it, but we wanted some expert opinions. Here's a bit of background: An electrician changed the original split distribution board and...
  3. M

    Correct Conduit Assistance

    Hi, i have built a log cabin and now routing cabling. I want to do this on the outside as it looks better. Can i ask if i can safely use the conduit from toolstation, here... 25mm Heavy Duty Round PVC Conduit - https://www.toolstation.com/25mm-heavy-duty-round-pvc-conduit/p66251 It has to be...
  4. Miguel Esteban-Perez

    Testing devices and electrical tools

    Hi all Usually I work at office or central headquarters, but sometimes I have to get on my job pants and test some Megger or show trainees or rookies how to measure with safety voltages, impedances and so on. So, does anyone can recommend me a manufacturer who describes in its instruction...
  5. M

    How to find the correct replacement transformer for a lightstring.

    Hi all, No electronic knowledge here. The plug/transformer of a led lightstring is fried. Now I am trying to find a replacement on Aliexpress. Since we live in Papua, its the best option. But I cant find one with the same numbers. My fried transformer has: PRI (primary) 220-240V ~ 50Hz...
  6. D

    Correct MCB sizing or not

    Hi, I recently discovered at my brother in laws that he has a circuit which feeds a outbuilding, but we also discovered that it’s attached to a small part of the downstairs sockets towards the rear of the house! The concern is this outbuilding then goes on to feed another small shed.. is this...
  7. S

    Choosing the correct circuit breaker value

    Hello. So, I would like to know how I can choose the correct circuit breaker value when doing a new installation. My example is: I have 16 rooms. Each room has its own electrical board (main breaker is a 220v, 32A, a lighting cb and one for socket outlets) I want to add a LV switchboard or a...
  8. JohnNN

    Correct wiring for programmable room thermostat

    Hello, I have a regular boiler doing room heating only, with a Drayton programmer (for time) + a Drayton dial stat (for temp). I've bought a Honeywell T3 programmable stat to set diff temps at diff times. Old Drayton stat (mains powered) had 3 wires (red, blue, yellow) + E (see pic) New...
  9. A

    URGENT - Please advise if this wiring is correct?

    I have a tenanted property which I bought about 7 years ago. I went into the loft because the pull switch when turned on was causing a short. I called an electrician but he turned out to be useless. In the bathroom we have a round bathroom light, pull cord switch, an extractor fan and an...
  10. H

    LED touch mirror - correct way to switch off?

    We have had two LED touch screen mirrors installed in our ensuite. You have a touch button on the mirror to switch off and change brightness and colour. It is intalled so there is a switch on the wall as well - both mirrors are on the same switch. Hoping someone can help settled a debate - I...
  11. A

    Help on correct isolation switch.

    Hi I am not a electrician. I wondered if anyone can help with identifying which isolation switch is required. I have UK power networks coming January next year to install an upgrade of my electrics main cable. It will be a 95mm three phase cable. I have be told that I have to install a suitable...
  12. E

    Elkay timer switch 2235-1, can anyone confirm correct way to wire?

    Extractor fan is currently wired to light switch. Plan to remove this wiring and wire to timer switch will have new cable run and new wall box. Access looks straightforward to drop a wire down. Will post picture of wiring instructions for timer and hopefully someone can confirm it's as...
  13. kreatiff63

    Flickering lights (am I using the correct thickness of wire?)

    Using a tuturial from a college lecturer, I've installed 2 way lights in our hallway. The cable I've used is 1mm lighting flex (2 core). The process I've used is taking the power to the switch. So I've used the permanent line from a neighbouring switch (4 gang) and connecting this to L2 where it...
  14. A

    correct wiring for oven grill door microswitch?

    Hi, I was wondering if anyone can help me, I'm trying to work out which two of these three microswitch tabs to use. I have a Hotpoint Hug52 oven and the grill won't stay lit. I checked the thermocouple and it looked in a poor state so I have installed a new one. I took a photo of the wires on...
  15. O

    UK Correct lights to go into MDF shelving?

    Hey guys! I'm a bit curious the correct lighting to fit recessed in some MDF shelving. I've fitted normal spotlights before with relative ease, although I'm cautious as I will only have a 6cm gap and obviously the material is combustible. Anyone recommend anything? Cheers :)
  16. leadfoot6

    Is the suggestion in the following video correct, or dangerous to car electrical components?

    I am making my first post here at this forum, and it will soon become obvious, but in line with the material I have recently seen on joining this forum, I AM NOT A QUALIFIED AUTO ELECTRICIAN(but hoping to be allowed to post in this sub-forum), just a reasonably experienced home mechanic who is...
  17. Raptor0014

    Correct Type-S Upfront RCD for 3Ph TT System

    Hi all, Doing an EICR on a property which is 3Ph in and then 3 x Single phase boards from that. However it's on a TT System and doesn't have a upfront 100mA RCD and I am not aware of any reason why one wouldn't be required. So I am just wondering if this MCG one will suffice into an enclosure...
  18. G

    Finding the correct neutral to pull in a DB

    So, I can’t turn off the board, can’t really turn off circuits except the one I am replacing with an RCBO. It’s all singles in trunking no sheaths to trace back to find the appropriate L and CPC, and obviously, nothing is labelled and they definitely aren’t in the correct neutral terminals...
  19. B

    Correct LED bulb for outside use?

    Correct LED bulb for outside use. I know that outside lighting units using the old type of bulb wattage ere restricted to about 60 Watt due to the heat a higher wattage bulb would create in the restricted size of most outside lighting units. That is what I read on one of the units I have. I...
  20. HappyHippyDad

    Is this EVCP install correct? Artisan electrics.

    Firstly, this chap seems very professional and I like his (plethora) of videos. It is just to discuss one aspect of his work in the one video. I'd like to think he would welcome constructive discussion as that can only lead to improvement. He has installed an earth rod to this rolec charger. My...

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