equipment

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    What test equipment?

    I have a Fluke 1651B tester. It was quite reasonably priced and seems to do the Job. However, I was after some advice on this product, for instance is it suitable for testing in a domestic property? Secondly, I want to eventually complete the C&G combined testing and inspection course. Would...
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    Testing with no exposed metal parts...

    In an office environment... So please tell me I'm a dunce on this one (I'll gladly wear a hat with a 'D' on it) but one thing I've never really got with PA Testing is when testing Class 2 equipment part of the test is one where you need to use the fly lead to clamp to some exposed metal part of...
  3. R

    Kitchen counter top sockets

    What are the rules for sockets on an island in a kitchen. Sockets to be fitted to counter top. Also are there any recommendations on which sockets to use?
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    D.F Load of Equipment

    I have seen an excel sheet in calculator to calculate the size of transformer. There are option to put the vales of Kw,PF,Qty and Equipment D.F. I could not understand what is D.F. What is the equation to calculate the D.F and equation to calculate the total load D.F?
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    testing thermocouples

    Hello is there a way to test thermocouples with a meter other than via resistance test as sometimes you have to test thermocouples at diff temps so unsure on whats a good reading? I usually have to test something like a PT100.
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    What size 3 phase cable and protective device.

    Bit nervous about putting this on the open board, normally stick to the trainee section. Hope i can get some help. I have recently qualified so dont be to harsh if im not 100% correct. Ive been asked to help an older spark to pull a a 3 phase SWA cable. Ive been asked to design the circuit...
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    two-pole voltage detector Guidance Note GS38

    All, I have my niceic inspection coming up soon and am a little confused about the requirements for a 2 pole voltage detector. According guidance note 3, a multifunction tester, multi meter or a volt stick can't be used which is fine, but what I want to know is if a clamp meter capable of...
  8. SolarCity

    Protecting ground mounted PV equipment from lightning strikes

    We were called to a job today where all three SolarMax 15mt inverters have failed. No display on the inverter and it was around the time of a severe electric storm. We are to replace the three inverters but I wanted to offer him some protection. Does anyone have any idea what kind of measures...
  9. B

    Electrical supply equipment for diesel storage tank pumpset

    Looking for help on the following. On a site we have 3 10000 litre diesel storage tanks all built to the relevant standards however the pumpset is fitted with a standard 13 amp plug top plugged into a metalclad twin switched socket. I am sure this is not right but cannot find the relevant regs...
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    Chinese Electrical Equipment

    Evening Everyone. A company I am working for I going though a phase of buying a lot of motors, and limit switches from China, Just want o know if these can be installed in the UK, and if they need to meet certain requirements etc. Thank you
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    Din Rail mounted equipment ?

    I have been asked to quote for around 12/14 properties and the spec requires all the AC equipment to be mounted inside the consumer unit. can anyone recommend a good generation meter? Also is it OK to fit a standard DP switch as an AC isolator as long as it's lockable ? Consumer unit will be...
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    Tax rebate on tools and testing equipment

    I've just got into the self employed/self assessment loop. I don't know which way is up after reading so much bumph. HMRC site just takes you round in circles. Any pointers would be greatly appreciated. I shall be using Cash basis tax format. So does anyone know :- what I can claim for, how much...
  13. Richard Burns

    Ideas for approaching Fault Finding

    Paul M has suggested an earlier post I made should be more readily available so an edited version is posted here for your reference. Thanks Paul. Just my thoughts on what and how you may be able to approach and break down electrical fault finding. Always remember what training you have...
  14. NDG Elecs

    Best way to cut 40mm diameter holes in metal clad boards

    Hi folks, Will be fitting first AMD3 board later this week. Using the Wiska spring tails kit on it. What is best way to drill a 40mm hole through the casing? I have cone drill bits up to 30mm and also have Bosch power change holesaws. I found the cone drills much better in the past when...
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    Old testing equipment and new regs...

    Hi all. I was thinking of getting this old fluke Robin 1653 but I am wondering if it's worth it. Fluke Robin 1653 | eBay Anybody has one of these? Any good/bad points about it? Would like to hear any feedback about this unit if possible. Regards, Albert
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    EICR Limitations

    These are my EICR limitations please can I have your opinion of these and any suggestions of any additional ones 1. As a minimum, 30% of electrical accessories will be visually inspected unless prevented( I.e. Artex ceiling) 2. Zs values inputted will be calculated except socket circuits in...
  17. Lucien Nunes

    Help needed tonight / tomorrow in Cardiff testing equipment

    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...
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    DNO upgrade

    how easy / difficult is it to get DNO to upgrade from 60A to 100A main cut out im in swansea so swalec (i think)
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    Additional equipment . Total ASC required

    Hi Guys ? We have been asked to install some additional bits of kit to a small supermarket . Everything is metered ie; lighting , general power refrigeration and so on . We have been told by the consultant that they have an ASC of 60 KVA . I visited site the other day to carry out some...
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    GE RCBO's

    Where's best to buy these online? When I say best I of course mean cheapest! Ha! Some places were wanting over £50 for them!
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