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  1. G

    Correct selection of RCD with regards to EICRs

    The picture is a section of text from the October edition of Professionals Electrician, NAPIT Codebreakers. I have an issue with coding 'incorrect RCD type selected'. 1, is it now expected that all permanently connected equipment is assessed and MIs consulted to determine if the correct type...
  2. D

    EICR Certificate not issued. Not all circuits RCD protected rated C2

    Hello, I've recently had an EICR done on my 2 bed house which is a residential let. This house is about 25 years old built by Charles Church. The EICR has not been issued due do C2's, there were no C1's Email with C2s ratings for 1) Not all circuits RCD protected, 2) Bathroom light is a bare...
  3. N

    Correct grounding of metal junction box w/splices for 3 circuits

    I have 3 circuits (microwave, disposal, and dishwasher) entering a metal box where the THHN wire will be spliced to Romex. I spent half an hour reading 2020 NEC Article 250 but didn't see multiple circuits specifically addressed. To ground the box do I just need to pigtail off of one circuit's...
  4. B

    Need help choosing correct size main breaker for existing subpanel

    DIY homeowner here. I need advice, but will hire a pro if major rewiring needs to be done. I purchased a home with a 200amp service. There is a detached garage about 15’ from the house. I dont think the subpanel in the garage was wired correctly. There are currently three 4awg aluminum branch...
    • bartleyhs
    • Thread
    • breaker correct existing help main main breaker need help screwfix size subpanel
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  5. gazdkw82

    Choosing the correct driver

    the driver on my saxby decking lights has failed. It's not repairable so I need a replacement. The Vega one (picture below) is specifically for these lights and is £22 + delivery. I think that is too much and so I found a 12v 1.25A transformer at home. Cut the connector of the one and mashed up...
  6. M

    Has the correct shower been fitted?

    Hi...a bathroom company has fitted an electric shower 9.8kw, we have just found out our cable is 6mm. They had a plumber and a chap who was not a qualified electrician do the first fix of fitting the shower and also putting in down lights in the ceiling and they got an electrician to 2nd fix. We...
  7. C

    How to test for correct voltage (diy)

    (DIY) Hi, I suspect that I'm not getting the correct 230v in my premises. How likely is it that voltage supply could be less than 230v? What equipment would I need to test it?
  8. B

    Correct switches for 2 way pendant + bedside lamp circuits?

    Hi. First post here. Background I have a relative who is an electrician and is about to re-wire our home as a favour. I said that I will order and pay for all of the parts - so that they are here in on-site when he arrives to begin work. I have already ordered a Hager consumer unit; the 10...
    • BillMcLeod
    • Thread
    • 2 way circuit circuits correct lamp light pendant switches
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Lighting Forum
  9. lRaziel1

    Help with correct AC adapter!

    Hello everybody. I bought a used keyboard (Yamaha PSR-E303), however it came with an aftermarket AC dapter, not the original one. Its this one: The keyboard does not specify AC adapter specs, but it says this above the plug: However they do specify to use ONLY one of these...
  10. C

    Help! Is this wiring correct?

    I’m having my house extended and they have run a grey 2 core cable with black and red wires coming out of it ( but no apparent earth) to all the downlights and I think the same or similar to the sockets and light switches. Is this correct wiring? I read something about red and black being old...
  11. A

    Help needed, is this correct?

    I have a two 32mcb in the c/u. I thought one would be for the upstairs sockets and one would be for the downstairs sockets but they are not. both require switching off to cut off power off to both upstairs and downstairs sockets!! is something wrong with this? each 32mcb has only one live...
  12. P

    Finding correct plug cable?

    Can anyone advise on how to find out the correct detachable UK plug cable (amperage, wire gauge etc) for electrical items where you don't have the original cable for comparison and the manufacturer of the item doesn't publish the specs for the original cable? I had previously thought these...
  13. T

    Correct Lock Off Device for 4 Pole Main Switch

    Hi all & thanks in advance for any feedback. Could anyone tell me the correct Lock off device used to safely isolate a 4 pole main switch? I'm not 100% sure if the isolation device with the prongs is the correct device to be used or if another lock off device is necessary. Pics attached...
  14. Chris Bawden

    Help with correct material

    Morning Everyone, Wonder if anyone can help advise. I am soldering multiple out rated IP67 led strips. They will be going outside. When I cut them, I need to seal them . I believe I need a non conductive silicone sealent (clear). And also a sealent which won't damage or corrode the PCB...
  15. Cupa

    Wiring up an induction hob - wanted to sense check if what I'm doing is correct

    Hi guys, I have a new induction hob which I'd like to wire in. I have already wired in the oven and grill into the kitchen using a length of 4mm 3 core heat resistant flex and that is working fine. Back of the hob shows the following diagram: Based on the above schematic, I plan to wire in...
    • Cupa
    • Thread
    • check correct doing hob induction induction hob sense wanted wiring
    • Replies: 23
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  16. Davehaywire

    correct order of testing- digital copy

    hi I dont suppose anyone has a digital copy of correct order of testing i can just print off by any chance? thanks
  17. B

    Pir motion sensor correct type

    Hi I have a fluorescent light fitting for a suspended ceiling (600 mm x 600 mm) it is wired to a 240 volt supply I was thinking of introducing a pir motion sensor, so as to cut my electricity bills etc I would like a sensor to have the following features: 1. 360 degrees 2. 240v 3...
  18. J

    LED's - Selecting the correct driver for lamp

    Hi, Could someone please tell me what has happened and please advise: I recently modified a large 5x halogen bulb lamp bought from 'Next' to take G4 LED's. I selected appropriate 3W LED SMD bulbs and got a 20W LED driver to run the 5 bulbs. There is no dimmer, its just on a foot on/off switch...
  19. S

    Who does what? How to get the DNO to correct old works.

    Hi To explain: Victorian house split into 3 flats Supplied via single ph service head in the hall then straight into 2 x 3way service connectors, cant see the cable, service connector is right up agaist the service head, From the service connectors is one 16m single insulated tail going to a...
  20. R

    LED drivers not giving out correct voltage

    I've just bought a bunch of led drivers (12VDC), but they're giving out between 24-32VDC. I'm assuming their faulty. However, testing my old halogen drivers (12VAC), the voltage their outputting on a dimmer (fully on) is only 7VAC. My multimeter seems fine - just getting a bit confused as...
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