extension

Recent contents Top users
  1. J

    Double pole or Single pole + Neutral for domestic extension supply?

    I've been carrying out quite a few domestic extension first fixes recently which involves providing a power supply installed from the properties mains. I have always just Henley blocked from the properties main consumer unit tails into a 63/80/100A BS-88 fuse Main switch board then from the...
  2. L

    Extension Cord Lighting Question

    Hi! I am self-installing some 8' LED rope-like lighting in my basement on the ceiling. I have 3 of these 8' lights, which will be joined by 2 12" connecting cords. There is an option to wire these connected lights into the main lighting, but I don't want these to come on every time I turn on...
  3. S

    extension leads - earth leakage

    Hi all, I can't understand why but I always get a small (minimum 0.06mA) earth leakage reading on extension leads (even without surge protection). Is this normal? If it is, please could someone explain how earth leakage occurs on a simple extension lead? Thanks
  4. asheyash

    Ring main extension or spur

    I have one double socket in my living room I need to add 3 double sockets plus a socket for the tv which is now wall mounted. i plan on cutting the plug off the tv and wiring direct to an FCU (same amp as current plug for the tv) this hiding the cable from sight. if i spurred off my one socket...
  5. M

    Troubleshooting on extension

    Hi, just looking for a bit of help with a problem I have. I’ve done a bit of wiring to my apartment as we built an extension. The RCD (earth fault protection) is tripping when trying to use the sockets. The work isn’t finished and I just need power in one socket so the builders can use it...
  6. K

    Timber Frame Extension

    Hi guys After some suggestions. My next job will be to wire a new timber frame extension throughout. My questions are any tips for running cables down outside of beams to sockets and also thinking about using oval conduit within walls containing insulation boards. Any tips much appreciated.
  7. Sboyuk

    Isolate ring main extension.

    Hi all, I hope you can help, I'd like to extend a ring main into the an outbuilding and be able to isolate it if required. I'll be using power tools and wanted about 4 double sockets in there so didn't want just a spur. I've attached an image, is this an acceptable way of doing it.? The...
  8. D

    Do Quintec wireless switches / drivers meet BS EN standard, in new build extension for certificate

    Do Quintec wireless switches / drivers meet BS EN standard, in new build extension to the house for certificate. Thanks
    • Dev Gill
    • Thread
    • build certificate drivers extension meet new new build standard switches wireless
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  9. 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...
  10. B

    Cannot have a Spur off a spur but can use an extension lead?

    Probably a stupid question but why is it that you cannot (I think) run a spur off a spur but can connect an extension lead with loads of sockets on it? My son needs about six sockets in a new kitchen where there is only one double socket at present. How can it be done? As a matter of interest...
  11. Pretty Mouth

    RCD tripping, could a surge protected extension lead be responsible?

    I had a fault finding job on Thursday, intermittent RCD tripping. 2 actually, there was a 30mA RCD upstream, and a 30mA RCBO protecting the problem socket circuit, and either one could trip. I had limited time to work on it, but had eliminated everything obvious through testing, and was...
    • Pretty Mouth
    • Thread
    • extension extension lead lead protected rcd rcd tripping responsible surge tripping
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  12. G

    Outdoor extension cord for under house wiring?

    I want to add a 30 amp RV outlet to one end of my house. My Breaker panel is at the other end of my house (about 75 feet away) 10/3 wire has gotten ridiculously expensive (10/3 romex is over $4/ft). Is there any reason I shouldn't use a 10 gauge 3 wire outdoor extension cord for the run under...
  13. P

    Cost of electrical works in an extension

    Hi, wondering if anyone can give me an idea on whether we are getting quotes in the right ball park or way off. We had a 4 bed 1700sqft house, in the middle of a build extension of a further 1000 or so sqft - 2 storey, side (breaking into the garage) and rear. The initial provisional sums for...
  14. L

    Long extension lead for ev granny charger

    Hi All We are currently waiting for some work too be done on the incoming supply by the DNO so have had to purchase a ev granny cable to use for the next month, it will only need around four hours a few times a week. Last year we had a new consumer unit fitted and a dedicated double socket...
  15. D

    extension?

    I have this small pump but the cord is to short. was wondering if there is an extension I can add this this?
  16. O

    Recommend a surge protected extension lead

    Need a new surge protected extension, trying to avoid the merde on Amazon, can anyone recommend something decent? Have a belkin but they have used 5 one way clutch screws in the base to thwart repairability so they are off my list sadly...
  17. K

    Connecting new Smokes to existing on Extension.

    Hi all, just fitted out 2 storey extension to house and BC asked if new smokes were interlinked with existing smoke on Landing. Existing is Battery only, do I have to change existing? If so, does that go onto fitting new to Kitchen/hall aswell? Can't find anything in Building regs. Thanks, Kev.
  18. D

    C2 for extension lead on washing machine

    I let out a flat and had an EICR, carried out, to meet the new Private Rented Sector Regulations. The EICR has recorded a “C2” for an extension lead on a washing machine. The lead supplied with the washing machine is about 1 metre shorter than is convenient for fitting the drainage tube back...
  19. R

    Extension of ring final circuit

    Hi there all, I have a property and I have noticed the following wiring (please see below) in one of the rooms in the house. It looks like the ring circuit has been extended. A single 2.5mm Twin + Earth cable (in red) is providing power from the consumer unit which feeds a chain of electrical...
  20. HappyHippyDad

    Non electrical quote - my extension.

    I am about to spend my life savings (£30,000) on a single story extension, which I am making into a gym. I've just had the first quote back and it is far more than I expected, so I was wondering if any of you guys have any idea of extension costs? It is a 6m x 4m single story extension...
Best EV Chargers 2025
Best EV Chargers by Electrical2Go! The official electric vehicle charger supplier.

OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Electrical Goods - Electrical Tools - Brand Names Electrician Courses Green Electrical Goods PCB Way Electrical Goods - Electrical Tools - Brand Names Pushfit Wire Connectors Electric Underfloor Heating Electrician Courses
These Official Forum Sponsors May Provide Discounts to Regular Forum Members - If you would like to sponsor us then CLICK HERE and post a thread with who you are, and we'll send you some stats etc

TrueNAS JBOD Storage Server

YOUR Unread Posts

Daily, weekly or monthly email

Receive a daily, weekly, or monthly email containing a digest of new and recently updated threads.
UK Tiling Forum | Tilers Forums
UK Tiling Forum by Tilers Forums UK
Plumbers Forums | Plumbing Advice | Gas Forum
Electrician Tips from Professional Electricians
JBOD Forums: a forum for JBOD storage server advice
Back
Top