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    bootlace ferrule crimper New Toy Today

    Another quiet day today so a bit of retail therapy was in order - this time on a bootlace ferrule crimper. Here he is with his first 6mm crimp. I'm hoping he'll settle into the toolbox in the next few days 'cause he seems a bit stroppy tonight. Maybe it's just me ...
  2. Perci

    UPS supply problem

    Hi Recently we were asked to put in an 80A 3 phase supply to a UPS system, we carried out the work to the manufacturers guidelines with an 80A mccb in the panel board. To much annoyance of all the office workers, when the supply was turned on it blew all 3 of the main fuses that are rated at...
  3. B

    Magnet fishing

    Well my grandaughter was bored and wanted to go for a walk ( I had prepared a seriously strong magnet and a rope earlier) so took her to the local canal. First we tried the lock area but got nothing (kids soon get bored) so tried the old boat jetty BINGO a prize every time. We got loads of...
  4. L

    First time working on a TT Sytem

    Hi all, I have a few questions regarding a TT system. First time ive worked on one (Self employed now and throughout my apprenticeship and self employed career I haven't had one before) 16mm2 Tails coming in from the rec. There is 2x 2.5 (looks about right) Single earths going to the incoming...
  5. W

    Wiring Up Outdoor Light

    Hi All I've got a 2 gang switch in my garage and only one switch is connected which works 2 way with another switch at the top of my garage. I'm looking to add another light to work on the second switch. What's the best way to wire this so I can control it with this switch. 20160917_115057.jpg...
    • wroenaldinho
    • Thread
    • first google light outdoor switch wiring
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  6. K

    IPAF training 3a and 3b Theory test?

    Hi this is my first of many questions on here. I will be booking to do the IPAF 3a and 3b training tomorrow (pay day), Could some one give me an idea of what to expect for the theory test please? I'm new to the trade so the more I can prepare for it the better as I'm starting to suffer a...
    • Kevin Pearson
    • Thread
    • first ipaf questions test through training worry
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  7. F

    Socket distances

    Hi all, I'm first fixing fancy flats at the moment, started doing some kitchens, I need none less than 5 drawings that all contain mistakes or out of date information, but that's not the point of this post. When it came to chopping out the sockets, I realised that one will be 65mm from...
  8. D

    First Steps To Becoming A Domestic Electrician?

    So guys I'm looking into becoming a sparky, domestic installer to start with to be precise, now I know a lot of you will be time served and shoot me down for asking but I'm 32 now and want to change my life plans regarding my job. Now I've some experience in helping my buddy who did an...
    • davelee
    • Thread
    • becoming domestic domestic electrician electric electrical electrician first steps
    • Replies: 38
    • Forum: Domestic Electrician Forum
  9. M

    Installing brick lights for the first time

    alright guys im installing 9 brick lights outside ran 1.5mm armored to each point just picking fittings now any recommendations and tips on installing them
    • Mike Blair
    • Thread
    • brick first installing lighting lights time
    • Replies: 11
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  10. gazdkw82

    My first all MFT

    I know this has probably been discussed to death but could I have some advice/recommendations for my first all round MFT. Money is tight so I'm waiting till my birthday and asking everyone for money instead of gifts etc. Hopefully I can raise £300-£400. will that be enough for a budget MFT? Or...
  11. M

    Galaxy 16 plus burglar alarm stuck in walk test mode?

    Hello Any thoughts appreciated on my problem with my Galaxy 16 plus burglar alarm. I recently powered it down, mains and battery, to do some decorating, as part of which I unscrewed 2 pirs, the control panel and the internal alarm box (not sure if this is the right term) to paint behind them...
  12. T

    Mature trainee first quality DMM

    Hi all, I'm on a career change and i'm building my kit up as i go through my quals. I am after my first good quality Multi Meter and i've come across the Fluke 177 & 323 combo kit on Ebay. The kit is brand new and he will accept £200. Is this a good price? Furthermore, is this good quality kit...
  13. G

    First Fix Wiring

    Guys, Just installing first fix wiring in a new extension, had a sparky come out and guide me through it, just wanted to check something before the plaster board goes on, I have two double sockets on the same wall about 2 meters apart, I have come down the walls from the ceiling void to each...
  14. O

    First house, want to retrofit Underfloor Heating. Many Questions

    Hi there, So first things first, just bought myself my first house . 1920's build in Wiltshire. Should have the keys to it next week, can't wait. Floor plan First problem is, no gas mains in the village. This means it currently has an immersion heater to supply hot water , storage...
    • OnlyHumanHere
    • Thread
    • attach boiler combi electric first heating house questions underfloor underfloor heating
    • Replies: 92
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  15. N

    NICEIC Certification Scheme Passed my di niceic assesment

    Had my assesment this morning couldnt gone any better over the moon with it. Anyone know how long it will be before i recieve my registration no and when can i use the online notification? all he said was i would recieve a letter and email if its anything like when i paid untill i received the...
  16. B

    First assessment

    Hi Guys, Just after some advice iv got my first assessment (stroma) coming up in just over a week, And I'm bricking it haha. I'm showing a rewire that i done recently So if any of you could give me an idea of what they look at and what need and what sort of things that they ask you would...
  17. M

    Pricing

    Hi All I'm in the beginning of trying to build a business for myself after 14 years in the trade. I'm struggling a little bit on trying to formally a pricing structure. I want to be competitively priced while making a good profit. Any tips on how to go about this. I'm currently going in at...
    • menace 1984
    • Thread
    • cover first hours price pricing trying
    • Replies: 40
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  18. F

    First post.....Question on Spurs and Junction box spur.

    Hi all, my first post on this forum. Im a member on the VXR forums and the detailing world forums, so if anyone is on either of those, give me a wave :) Anyway - I have recently moved into a house build in 1962. The electrics are pretty up to date, and a new CU was fitted a few years back to...
    • floydyboy
    • Thread
    • box first junction junction box spur spurs
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice

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