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    For Sale Test meters and other equipment for sale

    Meterl Instaltest multifunction test meter , Metrel PAT test meter and other items for sale as I have just retired - see my Gumtree listings : https://www.gumtree.com/sellerads/1156727929?page=1 all collection only, Durham area Thanks for looking, Andy
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    Should it not be PA Testing?

    I've noticed that it's called PAT Testing everywhere but surely it should be called PA Testing otherwise its Portable Appliance Testing Testing!!!!!:dunce2:
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    Equipment disconnected and removed

    I have been asked to disconnect and remove a large 3-phase cooker from an installation in a commercial kitchen which is being cleared. Simple enough, isolate at DB, disconnect at local isolator, blank the exit hole, job done. The circuit in question becomes redundant, if it is re-used in the...
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    RCD For Three phase

    Hi, 1) To comply with the latest Reg's I assume that 230v 16A sockets for general use, now need RCD protection. 2) If the same type of outlet is for additional isolation of fixed equipment , an RCD is not required as long as it is labelled that it is not to be used for any...
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    Portable Appliance Testing advice.

    The company I work for are responsible for carrying out all the testing in a high profile chain of stores. The customer is of course expecting everything to be done correctly so they are fully complaint. My company has said that any appliances that are located above the ceiling or in voids...
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    Megger PAT3 Tester - Can it be used on IT & Sensitive Equipment

    Hope I'm in the right bit for this question Just recently acquired a Megger PAT3 Tester which will be used for 110v leads / tools etc at work Then the question came will it be able to test the office equipment - it will be ok for the kettle etc BUT will it be ok for testing the Computers...
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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...
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    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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    Complete Business Pro Starter Kit - ex business equipment for sale (PAT Testing)

    Hi All, I hope I am posting this in the right forum, assuming that I am allowed to advertise items for sale here at all (sorry if this is the wrong section).... Anyway, the equipment I have from my old business for Sale are the following with Current RRP prices (a lot lower than why I paid...
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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...
  15. 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...
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    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...
  20. 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...

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