Hi all.
Got another query regarding time lag switches.
One of my lads has fitted some led lights which are switched from multiple points via time lag type.
Normal switches were in use before and all worked ok.
Now the time lag switches are in place all lights are on constantly. (They work with...
need to change faulty ballast to new helvar 58.
not sure of connections as new unit has only four outlet connections don't want to be zapping anything?
old unit (arlen 170) which btw was wrong unit has l.n.e. input and similar 4outlet terminals which feed each
end of the fluro tube
I was just wondering who else on here has signed up for this course? I am all set and ready to go, I know I have spoken to a few people about this already on different threads but just wondered if there was anybody else?
Cheers,
Danny
I would like to delay the power to reach a electrical device after turning on the socket.
USAGE: I would like to have lights along my garden, my garden is long and narrow. I would like the first set of lights to turn on straight away, then a delay to the second set and a further delay to the...
Calling anyone in striking distance of Cardiff equipped with a PAT tester and preferably electrical / electronic troubleshooting background. I need to PAT test some electronic kit tonight / crack of dawn tomorrow morning, but can't get there myself. It is specialised and expensive stuff and...
Has any one else got there new yellow onsite guide.had mine and got a piece of paper to replace a table in the book.WHat a joke payed all that money they could of sent bits of paper to update the last one.....
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I have some existing MR16 LED bulbs in 3 x Ikea spotlights, two of these are driven by a low voltage electronic transformers designed to power 4 x 20w halogens. I have three of these fittings, one of the older versions is fitted with a toroidal transformer. These lights consist of...
Been having an argument over insulation resistance testing on ballasts with an 'experienced' electrician I work with and he is saying line-earth IR tests on a circuit with ballasts will always give you dead shorts. I don't understand how this is correct surely a line to earth test wouldn't...
Hello Everyone,
I just wanted to know if anybody has applied for the 24+ Advanced learning loan who is currently doing the open learning HNC in electrical and electronic engineering course?
I am currently tinkering with the idea of starting it but current financial circumstances are hindering...
hit 40 need a different direction
wondering what i would need from scratch to do a HNC in electrical,electronic engineering
was more electrical installation as an apprentice time served
now in more engineering role feel i need something on paper these days also due to shift work have a lot of...
Hi I was hoping to meet anybody that has done hnd electrical and electronic engineering was hoping to a little help on the work
base learning unit-
D/601/0998
thanks kind regards mo
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One of my neighbours has just popped into see me about noise they are getting on their radio/BT line etc.It seems this may be coming from their Boiler and from an Internet search it seems it may be the particular Boiler they have that can cause these problems. It is a Vailant 'eco TEC...
Hi all,
I understand this is a forum primarily for electricians, but I have searched the forum and seen that some people have already mentioned the btec level 3 electronic engineering certificate, and was hoping that someone could provide some feedback on the course.
I am looking for get...
Hi
as the title suggests, does anyone have any advice on any good books for a HNC electrical course?
i have just signed up to start in september and want to get some studying done.
Cheers
Hi guys,
I am new here and would really like some advice concerning a career change.
I have a BTEC in Electronic Engineering which I gained some 18 years ago. I have never put it too much use, however I always really enjoyed testing circuitry and problem solving and wanted to make a career of...
I've got 3 under cabinet lights which are 12v 10w each, supplied by an electronic transformer, 10-60w.
I would like to add a dimmer, and wondered if this is possible and what type would be suitable.
There are no markings on the transformer indicating whether it is dimmable or not.
Thanks in...
recentlly fitted 4x23w,1x50w flood,and 2x80w floods via a photocell outside. the photocell keeps failing after about 4 weeks and ive changed it twice already. does anyone know why as im confused. the cell is capable of switching 1000w so is easily suitable(so i thought).. thanks simon
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been trying to set up electronic diary Have set up google diary & can get it to sync with my phone but not other way round. Do most guys use electronic or paper diary. If electronic what program please
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Should I be able to read an outgoing voltage from a 12v electronic transformer? using my digital multimeter, I get 8.6v for a split second then it turns to zero.
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I have a traditional transformer which no longer works. I am now in the process of buying components to replace it. The old transformer goes from 240v to 11.4v (300VA). It has 4 circuits attached. I then went out and bought 3 105VA electronic transformers (this I realise is a mistake I...
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