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  1. B

    Replace vented direct cylinder with unvented, safety drain off?

    Hi, Small flat, currently has a small'ish feed water tank, top of a cupboard, feed through a wall into under stairs cupboard. Hot water tank with top & bottom immersion heaters & controller. Has a pump currently, noisy but sure normal, just seems to echo despite best efforts to supress, mats...
  2. saucyjack

    Surge Protective Devices

    Hi guys, could someone help with the following please? The scenario is: Domestic property supplied via three phase (with a 3P main DB, NO SPD). Tails split via henley blocks, and a second single phase DB installed; this DB has an SPD for it and it's circuits. Now, normally with a single phase...
  3. claudia16

    locating devices

    I have cameras and 2 way devices in my home how can I locate them
  4. E

    Devices Randomly turn off and back on quickly

    I’m very confused I don’t know much about electric and looking for help. My TV, Microwave, and HVAC randomly turn off for a second then come back on. My TV, Soundbar and tv lights are on one outlet and breaker Microwave on its own breaker HVAC on its own breaker This happened about 3 times...
  5. R

    Insulation resistance for devices

    I was checking the IR on a socket circuit and found 0.4M between neutral/earth. The reading came from a garage door motor that was plugged in. once unplugged the IR was good. Does the circuit need to be cleared of all things plugged in when testing or does this constitute as a fault. I was...
  6. myeleec

    I’m looking for the exact terms for these devices

    Hi all :) I teach Electricity in France. With my english teacher, we want to create an activity for our student. The goal for students is to describe an electrical object to other. The other student has to find the object. I have some difficulty to find the best name for each object. Can you...
  7. C

    All devices on 3phase board tripped simultaneously

    A customer recently lost power to part of their electrical installation. On arrival I found all IEC 60947-3 devices had supposedly tripped - including the main switch rated at In 400A. Excluding the possibility of someone tapering with the board, can anyone think of any other reason why this...
  8. S

    Is it safe to wire separate plugs to two devices previously wired to the same plug?

    I have an old hifi system that has a record player stacked on top of an amplifier. Weirdly, both are wired to the same plug. I don't know whether they came like this or whether somebody did it post purchase for some reason (I inherited it from my grandma). I want to pass the record player on so...
  9. Izak568

    How to investigate a circuit if some devices pull too much current?

    Hello, If one device is pulling too much current, what should I do? Thank you
  10. Jackalope

    Chaining extension cords with low voltage devices

    I know there is a risk of chaining extension cords and everyone recommends against it. But I've also read all extension cords should be temporary and not used for more than 90 days - if you want something permanent you needs to install electrical receptacles (outlets). I know a lot of people use...
  11. S

    Separate Arc fault protection devices not needed with RCD's?

    I'm looking at replacing my old switchboard with a new RCD/AFCI one. I asked the electrician who was quoting the job about Arc fault interrupters. I previously understood these were a different device from RCD's-RCD is to prevent shocks, AFI to prevent fires. I also understood there were devices...
  12. C

    Wall switching method for 12v adapter powered devices?

    I'm not a pro, just looking at strategy for a village hall install. In the bar area, there are a number of devices which need to be switched on in one go. Some LED lights, a video monitor, wifi externder, other low power stuff. They are the type with the plug in 13A to low volt wall adapters...
  13. Dan

    Electricians Forums Now Using AMP (Accelerated Mobile Pages) for Small Screen Devices

    - Get even faster Electrical Advice using Electricians Forums and 'Accelerated Mobile Pages' or AMP Uses less data when you're out and about but still need electrical advice Can access the greatest database of electrical advice quickly and easily Find Electrical Advice using Google AMP...
    • Dan
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    • amp blog devices electricians forums mobile pages screen small the forum using
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Electrical Exchange
  14. N

    Need advice: Dark shadows developed in screens of 4 different devices within six weeks. May this be an electrical issue?

    Hi guys! I'm new to the forum and seek advice on an issue that I have been experiencing in my flat in Ireland. I'm not an electrical professional and only have a superficial knowledge of most topics in this regard. I am experiencing the following issue: Over the last two months, I had 4...
  15. C

    How do I isolate 2 switches for 2 devices?

    Hey all! I'm trying to find the best way to wire a dual switch for a porch light and indoor ceiling fan. The source power cable, fan power cable, porch light power cable, as well as a smoke detector power cable all reside within an accessible metal j-box (see attached drawing). I currently...
  16. Connor Mennell

    Current being drawn on devices connected to power supply

    Hi all, Just wondered if there was any devices that plugged in line with the plug socket and plug which you can use to measure current being drawn on different devices being connected to a power supply? Just wondered if there was a better way then just using a multimeter. Cheers, Connor
  17. D

    Simple amp question (label on UK devices)

    I have a 3amp fused spur. Off this I have a transformer to step down to 12v dc 3A. I've got 2 devices plugged into this transformer, one has 2.5amp on the label, the other has 1amp on the label. Would I be right in assuming these are standard running amounts and so will immediately blow the...
  18. Midwest

    Mixing Manufacturers fire alarm devices

    At my place of work, some of the properties have D2 smoke & heat detectors. They link into a warden call system via relay base. We need to replace one of these bases, as it’s faulty. This particular alarm manufacturer has discontinued their relays. I found out that some of these bases were...
  19. Mark Wright

    Max Earth Fault Loop Impedance for OverCurrent Devices Before Amendment 3 and Now???

    Maximum Earth Fault Loop Impedance for OverCurrent Device was calculated 230/(MCB Rating*5) * Rule of Thumb is that correct? And how are they worked out now after Amendment 3?
    • Mark Wright
    • Thread
    • amendment before devices earth earth fault loop impedance fault impedance loop loop impedance max overcurrent
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  20. Risteard

    ETEK protective devices

    Just wondering if anyone has any experience of the following: Type B RCD + 2 MCB Garage / Mini Metal Consumer unit - EV Charge Point Install - https://shop.evchargersdirect.co.uk/collections/accessories/products/type-b-rcd-2-mcb-garage-mini-metal-consumer-unit-ev-charge-point-install? I believe...

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