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    Will LED Bulbs have a shorter Lifespan in a Light fitting designed for Halogen

    Hi we are replacing light fittings in our home. Im confident with the fitting aspect, but have run into doubt in making the right choice of fitting.The one we like says it recommends G9 Halogen bulbs Buy Clear Drizzle 3 Light Flush Ceiling Light from the Next UK online shop -...
  2. Werner

    Vmc designed for a fireplace thermo switch installation for a raditor heater ???

    Hi all, Total diy beginner regarding electrical work. I was hoping someone could give some advice regarding a thermal switch for a vmc (designed for heat circulation from a chimney) but id like to use this system with a radiator heater. The problem is that the thermostat is set at high...
  3. happysteve

    What's the most badly designed accessory you've had to install?

    What's the most badly designed accessory you've had to install? I present my nomination, the ML Accessories/Knightsbridge RWL5 wall-mounted LED guide light This nice-looking wall light has a low profile, is IP54 rated, and looks quite neat in "anthracite" colour. It's also about the right...
  4. XS Training

    AM2 Exam Preparation Training - Online - £125 - 14 Days Access

    XS Training Ltd have recently produced a comprehensive online course covering all aspects of the AM2 and AM2S. The course is available for a period of 14 days for £125.00 and provides a real alternative to attending a classroom based environment which is typically take over one or two days and...
  5. D

    Just designed and launched a range of Switches & Sockets

    Thanks to forum in the early days, and speaking to loads of local tradesmen I've launched 3 ranges of switches & sockets. Development cost was fairly significant in the tens of thousands £. All of you guys have very strong opinions on product after using it (why the hell's it like that?!), but...
  6. G

    Poorly designed wall lights

    Does anyone else find that more often than not, no consideration seems to be given in wall light fittings for allowing two cables to fit in properly? Been fitting some led bulkhead type fittings and you'd barely get one t&e into the cable entry let alone the 2 x 3core cables required (emg...
  7. jengo22

    Fire Alarm systems

    If a fire alarm has been designed by fire risk management company. Can the system be installed by the electrician or do you need to be BAFE approved? We are in the process of carrying out the electrical installation within the premises. The system designed has Category M system for the...
  8. P

    Use of Mains designed Outdoor Post Light for 12v bulb

    Afternoon, Is there any reason why I cant use a 240v designed post light (with E27 GLS bulb holder) to be wired into a 12v transformed external lighting circuit (obviously with a 12v bulb of suitable wattage)? I can't think of a reason why not.....
  9. G

    Car Battery Alternative

    Hello All, I'd appreciate some advice and your patience at my lack of knowledge of things electrical. The situation I have is I need to run a diesel pump that is designed to run off a standard car battery but I'm not using it to pump diesel or do it anywhere near a car. I would like to have...
  10. cliffed

    Prestige compact dado trunking MK

    The above trunking been specified on a job in a science room,what a complete nightmare,just wondering if you guys have come across it.You can't use the main central carrier,only the outside compartment ,usually for data.My problem is,cables,2 rings & lighting cables,it's a tight fit,kind of...
  11. E

    Does 10 volts and 10 heartz make much of a difference

    Speaking hypothetically if I was able to buy battery operated tools from the Us of A and not pay import duty or postage would the charger still work?
  12. S

    No socket for gas hob

    Improvisation, what do you think?
  13. A

    Main Breaker

    Hi. I have some electrical drawings that has a MCC with 3 control panel with a 150A breaker, 50A, 20A and a hoist with a breaker of 20A all individually connected to the same bar (sum of 240). The main breaker of the MCC is 400A. Can I lower the main breaker capacity to 250A? Is there a...
  14. dansk

    RHI and UFH + MCS.

    Hi, Firstly thanks to Gavin for your input, this customer is still pushing this point and I would like a wider view on it. As most of you know I do UFH, I've sold a full house of UFH and the customer wants some sort of heat pump to heat the water, 2 firms have said he has to use an MCS or...
  15. B

    Dimmer Query

    Hey All, I installed two sets of 6 lights, each set controlled by a dimmer. When i bypassed the dimmers, i got 240v at the end of line lights. when the dimmers are connected, i got 208v at the end of line lights. The dimmer switches were on full, i dont know where im losing the 32v...
  16. Y

    Testing Sodtware & PDA's

    Hi all, Our company has recentley joined NICEIC (and as a result we are all much better electricians :stuart:) . As a result the test sheets we now have to fill in are much more comprehensive. Not a problem for some but we work in the modulalr building industry and can need to complete sheets...
  17. D

    120V 3 Phase supply on 120V single phase designed system - Earth Fault

    Hi Guys, We have a system installed in a marine enviroment. The system has 2 power supplies coming in to it. One is 3 phase 440VAC 60Hz and is used only to power a pump motor. The other is a 120VAC 60Hz supply for the control circuit etc. The panel consists of a PLC, 24VDC power supply...
  18. M

    Model EICR in OSG contains mistake(s)

    Just noticed that the model EICR in the OSG contains at least one mistake ... Nominal Frequency filled in as 150Hz ... I sense an IET corregendum on the way.
  19. S

    b and q designed kitchen

    i have just installed a new kitchen at home that was designed by the kitchen designer in b and q, with my input. having just about finished it i am worried about the tall larder unit that is next to the hob. I know common sense should of prevailed, but i was so caught up in installing the...
  20. F

    iPhone App (iBend) designed for calculating conduit bends.

    Hey guys, I'm not sure how many of you have a iPhone but thought I'd share the love and hopefully help some of you out at the same time. I've noticed a few posts about conduit calculations and maybe this application could help? iBend Pipe Let me know what you think! :D

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