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  1. 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...
  2. 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
  3. 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...
  4. G

    UK 32amp to 16amp fly lead

    Hello I’ve bought a Clarke ceramic heater it’s a 110v and it’s got a 32amp plug on it , would it be possible to connect it to my 110v transformer via a (32amp socket to 16amp plug ) fly lead is that safe or do I need to plug it to an isolator before going into a 110v transformer Can you help Cheey
  5. 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...
  6. G

    Earth fly lead size & requirement

    Hi all, Hope you are all well and all is good! I am installing a sub board being fed by a 80A SP+N Metal Switch Fuse at source, this is feeding a 25mm 3 core SWA at a length of about 2 meters to the main DB (both boards are metal). I am being challenged in saying that I have to add an earth...
  7. 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...
  8. J

    Mitsubishi outlander 13 amp plug and lead

    Hello, Yet to dip my toe in EV and have been trying to avoid it to be honest. But have just been presented with a situation and just wanted to get thoughts from others, if possible please, before proceeding. which might even be suggesting they get someone else ?? A client of mine has 2015...
  9. G

    extension lead for freezer

    I am looking at plugging a medium-sized (85L) freezer into somewhere else and will need an extension for it. It's a fairly new freezer, bought 6 months ago. Would one like this be safe to leave it plugged into? https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B081P5GR6K/
  10. Z

    R2 lead replacement?

    I know it might be a silly question - but I see they sell 50 meter R2 leads for £50-£90 . what is the disadvantage of using an extension lead by putting in a plug with only the earth wire connected and use the earth terminal on the cable plug as the other end. I realise that you would need to...
  11. A

    Using a Metrel MFT with a R2 long lead

    Hi, how can I connect my Kewtech R2 lead to my Metrel MFT so that I do not have to carry the R2 reel with me whilst doing R2 testing? There was never an issue using a Megger but the Metrel utilises a block connector instead of 3 individual leads. Thanks
  12. OnlQQker

    Lead Cable

    First time I've come across this. Just putting some needles through the wall for acro props and it's running all over the place, though obviously not live anymore. House was built in mid 1800's. The connector block looks ceramic and was in the metal casing. Thought I would post for anybody...
  13. Rockingit

    Lead times for new OpenReach connections in London?

    Anyone have any recent experience on how long it takes from first phone call to actual installation for new phone connections to new build complex's in central London? Trying to give a ballpark to a client.
  14. P

    What might be causing clicking in my extension lead ?

    My 4 plug, 2 usb, surge protected extension lead started producing a clicking noise about 2 months after purchase. The clicks are every ~0.4 seconds and start as soon as the power is supplied to the extension lead, even when nothing else in the room is plugged in to anything. The clicks sound...
  15. M

    Can one 15 amp lead run two 15 amp power points

    Running from house to a van home to power van there is two 15 amp points .I was hoping to run from a single power point a 15 amp lead with a double plug 15 amp extension lead..Will I need a 30 amp lead or will i require a electrician to install something at the main box from my house
    • Malcom
    • Thread
    • 15 amp amp double electrical work installed lead looking point points power something
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  16. S

    Old Surgical light - power lead

    Hi, I am looking to try and get the attached surgical light up and running. I have opened it up and the wiring all looks pretty sound and in good condition. Just wondering what kind of power lead i would need? Can i make one myself? Also, will i be okay to use led bulbs in it or would it need...
  17. M

    multi sockets in a ext lead

    I have an extension lead thats runs 2 60watt uv bulbs constant 2x 10watt constant heatmats Its a 4 port masterplug with surge protection and shuttering wasnt cheap. Now i have need for 1 more plug for a waterfall i didnt account for another 10 watt plug but no socket. Can i use a...
  18. B

    DIY Extension lead in hose pipe for external power to shed

    Hi all, looking for advice, based in the UK. I have a 30m long garden with shed at bottom that I want to run an extension lead to on a permanent basis. Use is for power tools (drill, jigsaw) plus lamp in the winter so neither constant nor heavy usage. Currently I run a single 40m reel...
    • Blackemerald
    • Thread
    • diy extension extension lead external external power lead outdoor permanent pipe power power to protection shed
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  19. EastCoastPete

    Lead sheathed 2 core lighting circuits /EIC

    Evening All, I'm changing a CU from rewirable to 6 x RCBO in a Victorian flat. The two lighting circuits are lead sheathed 2 core, they appear physically undamaged though I've yet to test them but is this an automatic EIC fail? The switches and pendants are all plastic. Thanks for any pointers, Pete
  20. D

    Glorified extension lead

    Hello all, This is my first post, some background first. I'm not qualified. I am comfortable with logic-level voltage and have worked a summer job wiring control systems under someone with 30 years of experience. I am comfortable I can wire something up neatly and safely (no nicks, no stray...
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