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  1. A

    Do an electrical apprenticeship? Or not?

    Hey guys, I’m sure this had been asked here a million times but have read mixed options and wanted some insight. I’ve been working as a chef for 8 years now and want a change. Always wanted to Take up a trade and very interested in becoming an electrician. I’ve been looking into doing an...
  2. J

    UK slimline electrical extension leads for the UK?

    Does anyone know of a UK plug socket extender/extension lead which protrudes minimally from the wall so that furniture can be pushed back against it? There's several options for Euro/USA markets but I can't find anything for the UK. Thanks in advance, Jim.
  3. LmarshallSparks

    UK Reflections on Transitioning from Plumbing to Electrical Work

    After working as a plumber and gas engineer for nearly 12 years, I decided two years ago to retrain as an electrician. It’s been a challenging but rewarding journey, and I’m on track to be fully qualified by May/June 2025. Along the way, I’ve come to really appreciate the differences between the...
  4. HappyHippyDad

    Electrical apprentice needed...

    Just seen this on facebook, near me (stroud , Glos) There always seems to be people looking for experience or an apprenticeship, so hopefully this helps. Ps.. I don't know these people at all, literally just forwarding a link...
  5. RobRS51

    Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures) course - Help Needed Please.

    Hi all, I’m due to start the Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations in February 25. I’ve been advised that part of the course is to complete a home project on a Hotel. My question is does anyone have the paperwork / requirements for this part of the course. I’m not looking for the answers...
  6. F

    Auto-electrical problem

    Dear all, Just wondered if anyone could solve this puzzle: Today I changed the headlight bulb on my car. It all worked fine when fitted, but then - When I took the ignition key out I noticed the headlights stayed on (I've had the car 10 years - they only work with the ignition key in). I...
  7. Y

    Struggling a lot on unit 302 principles of electrical science

    I’m currently struggling a lot on this unit 302 and when I do revision I tented to not understand especially the maths questions which I’m not good at maths at all and remembering stuff is a big problem which I’m pretty much a disaster at remembering stuff and it’s only the 3rd lesson we are...
  8. D

    Level 3 Electrical & Electrical Engineering

    I am 40 and joing a level 3 electrical & electrical engineering course in college. I only did A-levels in electronics and that was so long ago I have forgotten alot. I still do abit of electrics' ie. building single phase IP65 control panels for a gaming rig. It includes 240AC withyour usual...
  9. alisonlcraig

    Electrical loop removal - help!

    I moved into a house that had a double gang switch downstairs that controlled a downstairs and upstairs hallway lights. You could turn the upstairs one on from downstairs and off upstairs etc. The downstairs hallway light was just controlled by the downstairs switch. I want to disconnect any...
  10. karlou

    Time and Challenges in Electrical Schematic Design: Share Your Insights!

    Hi everyone, I’m working on a small study to better understand practices and challenges in the field of electrical engineering, particularly around the design and modification of electrical schematics. I’m curious: how much time do you usually spend creating or modifying electrical schematics...
  11. T

    Completing electrical certificates

    Hi all, question on testing and completing certificates inside a large factory in maintenance, a lot of the 3P boards here are full of cables, when we are adding to existing circuits, it would be required to perform the necessary tests, R1 R2 and Zs for instance inside the boards, how do we go...
  12. R

    Toyota Cressida GLX 1989 electrical short

    Hi guys. Electrical help needed please on MX83 1989 (Australia) Cressida GLX. We accidentally shorted a wire when mucking around with the reverse camera wiring at the rear lights for the head unit. Now there is no power to the electric windows, sunroof, climate control, rear demister. Located...
  13. Dan

    Electricians in New Zealand - New Zealander Electrical Contractors

    Give us a nod if you're one of our Electricians in New Zealand - New Zealander Electrical Contractors. Register to the forum, it's free. We need a few friendly New Zealanders like your good self.
  14. Dan

    Australian Electricians - Electrical Contractors in Australia

    Just a shout out to our friends, the Australian Electricians - Electrical Contractors in Australia. Welcome to the forum. Register if you haven't already. It's free.
  15. Dan

    Dutch Electricians - Electrical Contractors in Netherlands

    Dutch Electricians - Electrical Contractors in Netherlands. Join the forum, it's free. :) Members; don't mind me while I try something. :P
  16. Dan

    German Electricians - Electrical Contractors in Germany

    Just a quick shout out to any German Electricians - Electrical Contractors in Germany. Join the forum, its free, and you may teach us some German words. :)
  17. Dan

    Electricians in France - French Electrical Contractors

    Just a shout out to Electricians in France - French Electrical Contractors. :)
  18. Phillips007

    USA Designing an Electrical Power System for a rack

    Hi everyone, I’m in the process of designing an electrical power system for a rack(cabinet enclosure), and I would love some input from the community. The components I’m planning to use include: Circuit Breakers (Main CB: 35-40A, Other CBs: 2A) Surge Arrester Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS)...
  19. L

    Electrical Labourer/ Mate/ Improver -Bedfordshire/Cambridge/ Hertfordshire

    Hi. Sorry if this is not allowed, but I'm on the hunt for my first electrical role. I've completed C&G level 1,2,3 currently doing my 18th edition and plan on doing my 2391 asap. However I'm eager to get on the tools and get working in the trade. My background has always been IT support but...
  20. J

    Any thoughts on 2-year-old GE dishwashing machine electrical issues?

    I have a 2-year-old GE dishwasher which several months ago began to not work. It turned on but soon shut off without starting the cleaning process. When this happened I went to the breaker box and flipped the dedicated switch for the dishwasher, waited a few seconds, then flipped it back. After...

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