Hi, came across this today, double width cutout, never seen it before. Not sure if it could be fused on the neutral or whether I am worrying with no need. Any advice appreciated. (Haven't pulled the cutout obviously, even though it isn't sealed - I have a feeling it might be too stiff to pull...
Hi,
If you have a luminaire connected to busbar trunking via a fused "plug" is this then considered as a fixed appliance? And if so, if you were to change that luminaire would that constitute an change to the circuit, i.e. Would you need to issue a MWC? I am also assuming that if the plug is...
Hello, need to run a supply to a tyre air line at a petrol station. No info on it but think its probably around a kilowatt, definitely not over 3kw.
Should probably be on its own dedicated circuit, but going to cost more.
There is a socket inside that I could spur off and save alot of extra...
Hi, I'm brand new to the forum, so please go easy on me! :-)
I'm building a large extension, which includes a new en-suite bathroom. I appreciate that the work has to be done by a suitably qualified electrician, and is obviously subject to building control sign off. That said, I have been...
just wanted to quickly introduce myself and need some of your advice.
A little about me. I'm an IT professional for the past 15 years. I've started to learn the basics in electrical and can change electrical sockets. I've learnt this via online and brother in law. As probably you can tell I'm a...
Hi All, I'd appreciate your feedback and advice please : Customer has asked to relocate CU (and upgrade). I've done some basic tests and installation seems ok. It's TNS, today Ze 0.54, Ipf 0.55kA. FF has helped me and so I know it's got a BS1361 60A fuse. Existing 16mm tails about 3m long. New...
I need to work on a board with no RCD protection. Rewiring kitchen lighting and adding downlights. Is it acceptable to install a 30mA RCD spur unit at the consumer unit, feed the spur direct from the MCB, fuse the load side at 13A (Leaving the 5A MCB protecting the circuit) and use this for the...
Hi I have a situation where there are Spurs under sink zone 2.
would it be ok if fittings where ip rated or fittings were enclosed in ip rated housing.
the circuit is protected by an rcd .
Lim pretty new to testing by would appreciate any advice.
Ive tried to find solution but was not able to...
On a rewire I am quoting for a flat- the old c/u is in a tiny cupboard in communal hallway
planning on moving new c/u inside flat (prob 1m to the right and 1.5m upwards)-this will be inside flat front door
was hoping to find a small in size 80a/100a switch fused isolator (non combustible) to be...
would there be an issue wiring three 2.5m2 cables into aterminal strip and then running one cable from the terminal strip into a triplesocket? as there isn't enough room for the fourth cable which will be a fusedspur from here. worried about potential cablerating issue? and obviously not best...
Hi Guys,
i came across an old MEB service head the other day when carrying out a landlord check, I've not come across one of these before and could do with knowing what type of fuse is normally in them please, it's just the BS number for my paperwork.
i have attached a picture
HI,
I am hoping someone on here can help. I am looking for a fused inline mains connector plug... capable of taking a 5 amp fuse / 240 volt feed.
I admit this is an odd request but have asked our electrician and he can't think of anything. If i explain what we are doing.... we fit temporary...
Hi guys,
whats the regs regarding fused spurs?
Is it ok to have, from the ring main, a fcu, feeding another fcu, feeding another fcu etc or is it only one fcu per socket like a normal spur?
I've got a fcu spur from the ring main for a fan in the bathroom. I need to fit in an electric...
Evening all,
I've just purchased a Fluke 1654B Mft, and on further inspection I've realized it has been supplied with fused Robin test leads (which after some research is standard for older versions of 1654b, i think????) so not as bothered as i first was. I'm wondering if these leads are still...
I have this boiler:
Ravenheat - CSI 85 combination boiler - atmospheric combustion - high efficiency boiler
~ If link does not show, google Ravenheat CSI 85 Combination Boiler - Atmospheric
The website says, under Technical Data, that the boiler is 3 amps.
My previous electrician...
I have come across a situation and need a bit of help.
With a switched spur the load is connected in load and supply in supply
I have done that for a towel rail but also tgere is a second spur being feed from this spur do I connect the cable for this in the supply or load if it's a switched...
Re the above, anyone had recent experience of the above, not switching off (switched fused connection unit, obviously!). I've had three recently with the same fault. I emailed BG tech, who provided a prompt response advising no known bad batches/ problems, but willing to investigate if I or the...
Does anyone know if you can get a FCU and timer switch in one unit. Customer has a switched FCU off ring main powering some outside lights and wants them to be put on a timer. Any recommendations. Thanks.
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