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  1. DeanoRN

    Long lead R2 test

    Hi just a quick question if doing long lead r2 test would touching a pin on a socket prove that it’s earthed for example? And if it did would it be accurate? Also on the eicr forms I seen it says you have to put a value for either r1+r2 or simply R2, I know you do the long lead R2 test for gas...
  2. R

    Long thin SDS bits

    I’m looking to buy some long thin SDS Bits. One of the lads from work has one. It’s an odd size 6.5mm in diameter but it’s almost a meter long. Anyone any idea where I could buy one as he said he can’t remember where he purchased it from. As I don’t like the idea if using a 20/25mm bit for...
  3. bigspark17

    Long shot anybody got any of these?

    Wylex mccb. I need a single pole 25/63A and a triple pole 125/100 amp. they seem to have discontinued. if by any chance someone does, please pm me :) https://willrose-electrical.co.uk/product-category/mccbs/wylex-mccbs/
  4. JD6400

    I Need Work Short / long term vacancy Buckinghamshire

    Hi, and thank you for looking! We are a small company which has been LTD for around 13 years , our work load is mostly local to mid / north Bucks and includes agricultural , equestrian , new builds and maintenance for local country estates . We also complete large equestrian yards across the...
  5. GMES

    How long you going.

    So we are going to be at it until probably 5pm christmas eve, it's not what I wanted but it's better than being sat at home with no work. Not sure what's happened but work is coming in thick n fast and is building up nicely for the new year. What about the rest of you, have you got an exit plan...
  6. Dan

    Multifunctional Testers - Which one have you got and how long has it lasted?

    Just wondering which multifunctional testers you guys have, and how long have they lasted? Hoping this becomes a handy thread for you all. There seems to be a massive price difference between them all. But then I guess some do things others don't? Not sure. :) Let us know which multifunctional...
  7. O

    how long can a spur cable be

    I want t run a spur(using 2.5mm cable) from a socket on a ring main . how long can the spur cable be?
  8. S

    How to get some type of battery to last long pulling 1500 watts

    I'm trying to run multiple lights that take up 1500 watts each. I know I can get a ups and a battery with that can run 1500 watt for 42 minutes and take 10 hours to charge. Any other ideas?
  9. Diver233

    Anyone know how long C and G take to send out results?

    Anyone know how long C & G take to send out certificates?. I passed my practical 2391 testing practical 12 June but not got certificate yet, is over a month normal ?
  10. P

    I Need Work Electrical testers required urgently to carry out Eicr testing in stevenage and essex long contract

    Looking for electrical testers to carry out EICR testing in stevenage and Essex areas, high volume of works, price work, Applicants must be fully qualified, 2391 , must have own tools and transport
  11. KennyKen

    Long Hiatus and thought I would say Hi

    Just thought I would log back in to have a sticky beak at the forum. It’s looking good. How’s the week been for everyone?
  12. D

    16mm meter tails, long run

    Hello all, I am working on a property & they need the consumer unit changed. The slight problem i have is the tails are on 16mm. But the meter is approx 10-12m (tail length) from consumer unit location. Is this length permissible. There is a KMF at the meter but the customer does not want the...
  13. L

    Checking for breaks On A Long Cable

    Hi all, I know how to check for breaks on short cables from end to end but how would i check for breaks on a long cable ( over 20 metres) using a multimeter? Thanks
  14. M

    Bit of a long shot, new cover for 20 y/o contactum board?

    Metal Contactum board installed 1998 according to the labelling. Unfortunately it has a plastic flap covering the front of the devices. Anyone know if it's possible to cheaply get a new cover with a metal flap? Would be much easier than taking the whole board out, and seems silly to update all...
  15. D

    Long time reader , first time poster

    browsed this site for a good while , so thought I would now register
  16. 877

    Long time lurker, first time poster

    Hi everyone, I always search the forums but have never registered, thought it was about time I became legit :) 877
  17. T

    Retail Therapy during a long weeks work bought a new laser level

    Been humming and hawing about this new laser as my dewalt SW80 sometimes does not switch on and getting unreliable (justification justification) so got this. Bosch GCL2-50CG Cross Line Laser Green Line Laser - https://www.powertoolsuk.co.uk/bosch-gcl2-50cg-cross-line-laser-level.html Just did a...
  18. FatAlan

    Consumer Unit replacement cables not long enough.

    Ok, so you have a motley collection of old BS3036 fuse boxes that need to be replaced by a new consumer unit. Existing installation tests all good but the T&E coming out of the wall is spread out and not long enough. What do folks do to extend cables or what’s the recognised best practice to...
  19. I

    Prices for long standing cust and little jobs

    Hi, I have been trading for over 10 years but am having trouble with the people who gave me the chance long ago. I always did the small jobs and charged very little but prices have gone up and my time is more valuable now and am still asked for the same jobs and rate expected. Think I am too...
  20. C

    Joining forum long time in electrical trades, electrical product development currently resting

    Hello I have been working with electrical sector since 1980 , timeserved electrical fitter, electrical machine tool fitter, test and development engineer for a large uk shower manufacturer, then an instructional officer in a prison ( a really interesting job). I have struggled to stay employed...

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