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  1. newfutile

    Strange Residual Current Device tripping on lamp post

    During a recent EICR the RCBO keeps tripping , i measure leakage of 2.6 ma when clamped around line and neutral, when i clamp the cpc i get over 10 ma ,its a PME supply 0.09 ZE. These RCBOs have a functional earth , the RCBO ramp tested at 21 ma . does anyone have any idea why this is...
  2. D

    BG Surge Protective Device

    Is there a reason why these surge protective devices come with 2 neutral links?
  3. W

    GARO PME fault device, resetting

    Hello, Just had a client call saying EVCP was not working. It is supplied via a 'G6EV40PME' from what he was saying it looks like this cut out the supply, I cant remember if this device is self resetting when the voltage monitored is within range or if you have to reset the device by tripping...
  4. Z

    UK Load Limiting Device

    I'm having a heat pump installed (SwimSpa) and a Sauna, already have an electric car charger. My current supply amp is 60, Western Power has said I can go to 80Amp BUT must fit a load limiting device, need one where we can set what goes off and in what order should the Amps get close to the 80...
  5. C

    What is the best way to install a device that requires 110-240V fused at 3A?

    Hi all, I have an Outdoor Air Quality monitor that needs mounting to 110-240V with a 3A fuse. See Attachment for manufacturer installation guide. Is it possible to simply add a 3A fuse into any old plug and just wire it to the device? Looking forward to your replies.
  6. E

    Wiring a device with contains N, L1, and L2 inputs.

    This is a motion sensor Lamp which I want to install. It is a B.E.G. LUXOMAT PD3N - 1C. I enclose images of the location where wires from the mains connect and also the wiring diagram. However I am unsure as to what goes where. The instructions are badly printed and unclear. I do my own...
  7. Daniel DD

    Surge Arrester Installation and External Short Circuit Protection Device

    BACKGROUND I live in a small town where it is difficult to find ceritified electricians. In fact, electrician certification is not common for residential installations. I did find some experienced electricians but I don't think they are certified and know best practices in the installation. I...
    • Daniel DD
    • Thread
    • circuit circuit protection device external installation protection short short circuit surge surge protection voltage drop
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  8. LEOlson

    Identify this device.

    Hello. I am new here. I am trying to figure out something in my attic. This mysterious black box appears to be connected to my attic fan, but it doesn't seem to actually affect anything when I twist the knob. Can anyone help identify it? Thanks in advance!
  9. T

    Name of Device being used?

    Anyone know what kind of device this is and brand name used? Its connected to a pressure switch.
  10. VsUK..

    Device Power Supply question

    I have 2 external HDD's I use often. Both Power cables are 12V 2A supplies & input 100-240v 50/60Hz 0.80A. However, 1 of the plugs has broken, I stood on it. The other plug powers either of the HDDs. My question is, if I buy a splitter, will the power supply power both HDDs at the same time if...
  11. T

    Snake oil device advertised on Electricians forum

    Hi, This ad popped up on this forum <admin edit: link removed to dodgy site> ...this is nonsense, is it possible you could remove it?......i know its not your fault, but how does stuff like this get through....i appreciate its like virus's though, and hard for the website to regulate such things
  12. donb21

    Why is this OK, because it's a hard-wired device?

    I have a ceiling fan connected to a 12 gauge wire, which comes from a 20 amp breaker. The ceiling fan has 18 gauge (or smaller) wire. In effect, 18 gauge wire is connected to a 20 amp breaker. Why is this OK, because it's hard wired?
  13. T

    Cheap device for checking internet connection?

    Hi, Supposing you have a device in the field that is connected to the household router via an ethernet cable (may also be TP links in the path back to the router) . The devices were all sucessfully connecting to the internet at installation time. Some of the units then suffer disconnection from...
  14. T

    Does exist on the market a differentiator device?

    Does exist on the market a differentiator device? Basically connected to a multiway switching to output a pulse of defined length everytime the deviator changes position on/off?
  15. johnwicklover

    Does a three-pin socket used for Electrical Vehicle charging need a earth electrode or open PEN fault detection device?

    As the title says, does a three-pin socket (external) used as charging point need an earth electrode or open PEN fault? Are mode 1 and mode 2 exempt from this ? I was under the impression that anything used as EV charging point and if located externally, the installation would need to have...
    • johnwicklover
    • Thread
    • charging detection device earth electrical electrode fault open pen socket used vehicle
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  16. N

    Switching device ?

    working on a kitchen refurb, customer wants to relocate washer and drier. There is only one socket close by on the ring. Rather than spur from another point which will be tricky, anyone know of a device that switches between appliances so only one can be used at once ?
  17. C

    Disconnection device

    Do I need a disconnection device (fcu or switch) between the supply from the mcb to a Heat Recovery ventilation system? At present there is only a multi position signal controller switch (off, timed, auto, manual etc).
  18. C

    Hardwiring a dash cam - not enough power reaching device?

    I've bought a new (to me) car and the location of the cigarette lighter socket means it's better for my old dash cam to be hard wired. Handily there was a Youtube video of my exact model of car and on the face of it it's a very simple install - £10 kit from Amazon, remove an accessory switched...
  19. Designmen90

    Overvoltage protection device - wiring

    Hello everyone, here I found some Siemens manual (attached) for OVD. As you can see, there wrote that for OVD device which is protected with 125A fuses, 16mm2 wire is enough? How it's possible, In my oppinion 16mm2 wire are too small for 125A current. Any oppinion?
  20. Q

    Negative ions emitter device not working when switched on.

    I have an electrically operated device whose purpose is to emit trillions of negative ions. When it is on it shows an orange light and you can feel a slight breeze coming from the negative ion emitters. However, it is not working now. The orange light will not come on when it is switched on...
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