Hello! I’m in the process of planning my first solar PV system and would appreciate your help. I have 6 solar PV arrays, each with different orientations and angles. I’m determined to maximise the number of panels, including on north-facing sides, by covering a garage door with vertical panels...
Hi, I've had an AirTech extractor fan fitted but am struggling with the set up. I've adjusted the humidity setting so that it switched on at an appropriate point (if I make it a fraction less sensitive it won't come on when we need it to), however now it won't switch off. It's cleared the...
Does anyone know why water is leaking on that connection. Vaillant ecomax 824/2 E, It's heater exchanging connection, the one which is secured by the clamp (there is no rubber seal? -how does this even works ??)
During the construction of an installation, insulation resistance tests have been carried out between live conductors and earth on the individual circuits and the L to E results are shown below. What is the expected value of insulation resistance L to E when the whole installation is tested...
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I am just starting a small business making LED video signs. I believe I have to get my product certified for sale in the UK, and I think I can run with just CE compliance. Does anybody have any help on the best people to talk to about this and who will help me through the process? I am...
So I built my new gaming pc, only to realise I dont have a wall socket where the psu power cord can fit... The power cord is the one we use for refrigerators, microwaves and stuff, but sadly I dont have any in my room. Also I cant seem to find any UPS with that socket as well.
So according to eufy I need a transformer with a 30va minimum rating. The BG transformer I used is only 8VA. The charge symbol comes on then dissapears, basically it’s charging half the time causing the doorbell battery to slowly drain.
They recommended this transformer off Amazon. 1 is £20ish...
Anyone here willing to help an idiot? I bought an AllPowers portable power station and managed to lose the power adaptor. AllPowers are unable to supply a replacement and I have found one here:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005006449547770.html#nav-specification
The replacement is offered...
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I just moved into a property with a water tank heater which has the Horstmann Economy 7 Quartz timer. I include two photos.
I cannot find online any guide regarding how to use this and the landlord is not responding as he left on holiday (worst timing ever).
Can anyone tell me how I...
Hi Guys,
Looking to replace my power supply unit behind my bathroom mirror which powers the led strip lights and de-mister on the mirror itself.
Looks like the original product is from overseas and cant be purchased here. Would be great if someone can point me in the right direction as to...
So I'm having a bit of a headscratcher. On diagram y194 is a fuel pressure regulator.. On the bench 1 wire is 12v and the other is ground - negative.
Once plugged in there's 12v on one side of the plug wire and 5v to 10v on the other wire should that not run on a negative earth can some1 see...
Hi, I'm currently bought all the parts to make a diy 3d print shredder following advice from various resources.
I purchased everything I believe is required.
The one problem I'm struggling with though is woring the motor up.
I'm currently using a TEC 1.5kw single phase motor which has the...
Hi Guys,
So I have a couple of porta cabins one with a kitchenette and changing room and one with changing room and toilets.
They seem to be having issues with condensation build up on the walls and ceiling. as well as the pipes bursting during cold snaps.
What would be the best way to...
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This is my first time posting although I have been watching from afar for years. I am a fully qualified electrician working in the industrial sector in the UK.
I completed my City and Guilds 2396 exam with a pass approximately 2 years ago but have been putting off the project since. I...
Hi all,
Just curiously wondering, do integrated downlights actually help electricians earn more profit?
It seems nowadays some sparks do urge their clients to swap out their conventional downlights for new integrated LED fixtures - I really wonder what's behind that? Might it be that, once...
Hi Folks, I am a hard pressed Premises Manager in a State Funded Academy Primary School in the United Kingdom, we have a limited budget of course, we also have a large number of Instant Boiling Water dispensers and this is a very hard Water Area, I have only recently taken on this appointment...
My son’s 36V quad bike has been converted to run of 2x18V drill batteries . It was all working fine until it stopped about 20 minutes into the ride, batteries still reading about 75%. Anyway re charged and now the motor /wheels run fine when I lift the back axle of the ground but as soon as it’s...
Hello everyone!
Im trying to fix a device and upon looking into the diodes, I noticed something odd.
Even though they are all marked the same, the flower like symbol and "MG", the values on the multimeter vary quite a bit between the diodes.
Also, even if the symbol and MG are oriented the same...
Hi all, I’m due to start the Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations in February 25. I’ve been advised that part of the course is to complete a home project on a Hotel.
My question is does anyone have the paperwork / requirements for this part of the course.
I’m not looking for the answers...
Hi, recently got a garden room and completely wired it up but running into a snag. Is there any way I can use dimmable led batons that have Dali output with just a dimmer switch as I’m having problems getting it to work.
I know usual you have to have a permanent feed at each light and switch...
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