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    Can’t measure R1+R2, can I calculate it instead?

    Hi forum, A question about R1+R2 testing. I’m testing a lighting circuit. It’s an old circuit with old colours. In the control panel feeding the circuit there is no earth cable feeding the lighting circuit, only an earth cable bonding the control panel to the strands of the armoured cable...
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    Ireland Emergency lighting diagram?

    Hi all, Just wondering if anyone would have a diagram, or know where I can find a link to a diagram, of how emergency lighting is wired, from fuseboard- ie mcb, control mcb ctu contactor and lights, please? Thanks.
  3. W

    EICR code car park lighting

    External lighting accessible to the public with no RCD protection Its a car park for block of flats, lots of 3 foot bollards dotted about Torn between a C3 or C2
  4. ANDREAS_FROM_GREECE

    I need some information about batery powered led lighting. Thanks in advance.

    I have a question for those who are well versed in electrical and lighting issues. In my neighborhood there is an elderly lady who, while she has a house, for financial reasons has no electricity supply. I would like to help her. Could someone suggest a led lighting system? It would be good to...
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    Overhead bed lighting for reading.

    Hi all, This is my first post. The other night It was noticed that one of the lights started to flicker. Both bulbs were changed the next day and the one that flickered still flickered. A further investigation showed that a RELCO MICRO 60 PFS ELECTRONIC TRANSFORMER had been fitted. To buy a...
  6. sparkydave85

    Can I install one lighting circuit for both Dali and normal switching lights?

    Can I install one lighting circuit for both Dali and normal switching lights?
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    GFCI in Closet keep tripping, found it was tied to overhead lighting circuit. Normal?

    Hello all! Newer house, original owner(Florida). no change to electrical system. Just found there was an outlet (GFCI) in the closet so I wanted to put a paper shredder in there but it didn't work because the GFCI was tripped. Would not reset so I changed it out, new GFCI will not set either. IN...
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    • Thread
    • circuit found gfci lighting lighting circuit normal overhead screwfix tripping
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    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  8. aquariumsrcool

    led strips lighting for shelf

    hi im looking to solder solid-color led strips to one power supply for each color, in order to dim each color individually. this is reasonable right? if i were to split the white strip over 4 different shelves, and i don't want to connect the ends of each strip to the next one (cause it'll be...
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    Cornice LED strip lighting

    Hi Guys Never used LED strip lighting before. Customer wants the cornice strip lighting around bedroom so I can access loft space if required. Would i be correct in thinking I take the switched live from bedroom light switch to the driver (all done in loft) then drop down to connect to LED...
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    Garden Lighting help

    Just after some general advice. Been asked to look at a job where a builder/landscaper has already laid cable for some garden lighting.1.5mm 3 core SWA ran in 4 seperate radial circuits from a CU at the shed, each about 20M in length, looped in/out at each point. Customer wants spike lights in...
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    PAT Testing an Old Chandelier

    Hello, I am currently learning and have come across PAT testing an old chandelier. On modern lamps I would use the plug and probe on the lampholder and wiring and put these straight into the PAT tester to test. But with this older chandelier, I am unsure and looking for advice. The insulation...
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    Smart sockets / lighting?

    Hey So I'll say I'm not a qualified sparky however I know how to wire up a replacement socket or a replacement dimmer (but I couldn't add a new one) I'm looking at Lightwave products for smart sockets with energy monitoring. Are these any good good? Would I perhaps need anything in addition...
  13. S

    Remote sensor for undercabinet lighting

    Hi. A client would like undercabinet lights in her new kitchen but there's no way to bring a lighting cable across the large space without significant disturbance to the ceiling. There's some expensive looking coving etc. Isn't there just a remote switch and relay I can fit that will turn of a...
  14. RF Solutions Ltd

    Case Study: A common UK Light Switch used to Remote Control Outdoor Lighting

    Checkout the latest case study from RF Solutions: The SWITCHLINK is an RF wireless switching system ideal for outdoor lighting remote control. The system uses a battery-powered wall gang switch and a 230Vac MAINS receiver and has a range of up to 200 metres. The MAINSSWITCH, a similar system...
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    UK domestic lighting circuit. - What the........

    About me. Fastidious about wiring. Degree in Mechanical Engineering, extremely good spanner monkey (rebuilt engines, gear boxes). BUT I know my limits and what I am allowed to do according to Part P of the UK building regs etc. Just been in the loft to do some tidying and found a right rats...
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    Remote Switch Lighting Via a Keyfob

    Hi, I wish to install a lamp fitting in a hallway in conjuction with a single gang, 1 way lightswitch but to also operate lamp using a keyfob remote. Distance from lamp fitting to use of fob would be about 18m. What do I require for this project? some links to consumables would be appreciated.
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    Advice on using lighting circuit to power cctv (12v/3A)

    Hi All, so I have a outdoor cctv camera that you plug in - I'm thinking of attaching this to the soffit and going into the loft from there (very easy access). Can I just wire this into the lighting circuit, I've already done some work in the loft for various lights and an extractor fan so I...
  18. M

    Strange lighting issue

    Had 2 new lighting groups installed on a multi wire branch circuit that used to be used for kitchen outlets. The 12-3 cable enters the switch box where the neutral is tied to the 2 neutrals from the lights. Hots go to 3 way switches with travelers sent to 3 way dimmers in another box. Hots are...
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    Convenience Store Lighting Rewire

    Any issues with wiring lighting in 4core flex rather than 3core and earth? Approximately 50 LED panels to wire all fitting into a suspended ceiling. I know some lighting design/manufacturing companies sell plug and play style fittings and wiring which I think may be H05. Is there a great deal...
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    Thorn Lighting Control Module (LCM)

    Hi, I have 10no. of these (used) Thorn LCMs stripped out of a job and they are for sale (£450 for all 10no. bundle)- Thorn Lighting Control Module (LCM) Distribution Unit DUS10 (5018843997444) I also have 10no. of these (used) Thorn LCMs also available - Thorn Lighting Control Module...

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