I have all the new brown books and other electrical books but I was thinking it might be a good idea to keep a note in my phone of things I'm probably gonna want to know/check frequently. I'm still an apprentice. Should be qualified this year... And I think this might be a good way to hammer...
Morning all!
Just been having a quick flick through some threads and enjoying all the good advice being offered to many people on a variety of topics!
While flicking I've also noticed info on earthing nuts and wiska gland plates which have blown my mind as it seems I'm currently still stuck in...
Another New Year post. Not a video this time!
A really useful bit of old kit for 'old boys' like me... Used by me as a child and still useful at times this year. Is it legal or not? Starter for 10 points...
Q1/. would it still be legal if it had never been unplugged?
Q2/. Is is legal to use it /...
Been a lurker for a while and have now been encouraged to post lol.
I'm more of an electronics person than a spark but do visit this forum when I have to touch anything over 50v
I'm experienced in robotics, plc, cnc and manufacturing control systems so who knows? I might come in handy one day...
So there I was today up a ladder when I spotted this.....
This roof is new and some sparky has drilled through it - sure its got some form of sealant - but through a brand new flat lead roof??
Hi,
Just thought id share my work with you, I did this board change this morning, I was contemplating extending the circuits, but managed to get it all to fit quite well, quite neat considering.
Had to put new bonding in and tails and main earth which was a pain dragging it down through the...
Electrical Installation - DIYWiki
any more fancy techniques for chipboard navigation.
and how about this for drilling
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DsbT8qOuYtY
Hi,
I found a website ages ago with some handy well drawn bits and pieces on and thought I would turn them into PDF's for anyone who wants them.
Mods, please move this to wherever you feel is better.
I'm looking for a voltage pen just to help trace cables, had a couple of cheapey ones and they either beep constantly or not at all. Anyone got an recommendations? I've seen the fluke, kewtech and meggers are all around the same price (£20ish)
Hi guys, ive just started training and wondered if you could give me an idea on some tools it would be worth me buying for my first year as a trainee, and also what would be a good make of tools for me to purchase ?
Thank you very much
J
Hi All, I'm another reader rather than writer though guess I'll try and be a bit braver and get stuck into a few of the juicer debates. My interests to date have been in applied PV especially the proportional control of immersion elements to use spare PV output. I have made up a circuit...
Hi there,
I'm looking into setting up a business which will be working in peoples properties. Part of the work that i will need to undertake is the removal of wall sockets and replacement on new ones and maybe the same with light switches. What qualifcations / certificates will i need to...
Hi. I have just passed my Pat testing exam, and I am after a pat tester, I will be doing things like Kettles, PC Leads, Printers, Photocopiers, etc. I have been advised to get a Seward 100 so I am on the look out for a second hand one, if anybody has one, or something similar, doesn't matter if...
Someone pointed the following video out to me, what can I say???
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUPMFKApjUQ&feature=player_embedded
Where to start on H&S and basic DIY skills...
Nice crack that needs filling at 5:48... :lol:
I always try to plug this ebook as it is a fantastic and handy reference for most involved in industrial electrics.
It contains references to:
Switching, control, visualization
Electronic motor starters and drives
Pilot devices
Cam switches
Contactors and relays
Motor-protective...
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