maybe

  1. C

    How important is it that I upgrade this consumer unit, and maybe, more?

    Hello, I recently bought and moved into my first home, and I made an enquiry with an electrician about doing a like for like swap of electric shower, and discussion quickly moved to the consumer unit.. Long story short, he said it probably needs an upgrade. I did a bit of research on all of this...
    • coalminers crufties
    • Thread
    • consumer consumer unit important maybe unit upgrade
    • Replies: 22
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  2. MeatWad35

    Career Aspirations or Maybe Confused

    Ever since I was little, I've wanted to be an electrician. Today, I want the same thing, but I've made some educational moves that might be counterproductive to the field. Let me explain: I am a US Navy Veteran. I was an aviation electronics technician. The thing is my stint lasted one year due...
  3. sythai

    Could I use this cable maybe ?

    Hi Guys Putting in 1st fix for ASHP, control cable between inside and outside units specified is the following: 4 x 0.75mm CANBUS (screened) I believe it’s a type of belden. Do have some of this on site hoping may do the job - see attached. Anyone help please…. As not so familiar with AWG...
  4. timhoward

    One Confused Builder. Maybe a fun one for trainees....

    A builder friend calls me up to have a look at a "strange situation". He points at a joint box above and outside a back door. "Old outside light?" I ask. He's extended this into a new conservatory. "That's probably switched" I guess. "No I found a permanent live" he said. He's run it into a...
  5. timhoward

    Maybe use copper Earth tape?

    I'm installing a new supply to a ceremoniously dumped welfare cabin. I can't see any legitimate reason not to apply section 717, welfare units are specifically mentioned and the thing is a mobile/transportable unit. In turn this dictates that it shouldn't be connected to a TN earth as to my...
  6. D

    Maybe we do need AFDDDDDS after all...

    https://uk.yahoo.com/news/warning-over-highly-dangerous-energy-230100341.html
  7. S

    Advice for what is maybe a stupid question

    Hi, can i bury these wires in to the wall? or do i have to box them in instead thanks
  8. S

    Something for Tel, Pete999 maybe and Baddegg

    as Baddegg loves the over 60's What the Fcuk are these adds that are popping up, if the analytics/algorithms are in place then nope I am not a Gilf Hunter......
  9. Pete999

    A blast from the past, for some maybe

    Do any members remember Air-fix kits? I was an avid builder when I was small, and come bonfire nigh, me and my mates would gather all our old models that we no longer cherished, Boats, Planes etc, take the boats down the cut, stick a banger in somewhere, and pretend we were sinking the Bismark...
  10. S

    16mm SWA tails maybe 9 mtrs from isolator on a 100a supply, and other concerns - EICR opinions

    This has come up many times before and after a couple of hours reading previous posts I'm no closer to deciding on a code, note or nothing at all. BS7671 allows 16mm tails on 100A fuse if demand is less than the cables CCC, I have 16mm at 94amps and the max demand is 60a. From a previous post...
    • S P
    • Thread
    • eicr isolator maybe opinions other supply swa tails
    • Replies: 28
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  11. pirate

    Stuff I saw today, not enough characters but maybe now it is?

  12. LeeH

    Harmonisation? Maybe not....

    Spanish phase colours. CPC is black with some GY tape on the end. Why did we loose RYB again?
  13. Pete999

    Pete's Videos Maybe we should have an expose like this in th e UK yes/no

  14. V

    Brightest GU10 LED - or maybe something else ?

    Hi All, I'm not an electrician but trying to research the following issue for our lighting needs : I am replacing GU10 halogen lights with LED spotlight but have found the following problem : I don't want to save electricity I want a much brighter living room/kitchen. In theory since all the...
  15. T

    Maybe one for the trainees and improvers out there, what is wrong here?

    So what is wrong with this picture? What do you think you should do about it? It is really amazing the things people do with electrics!
    • The Ghost
    • Thread
    • maybe out trainees wrong
    • Replies: 25
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  16. Dan

    Near the end of the Brexit Price Hikes? - Maybe

    Good news for us Brits. Apparently the brexit-related price-hikes related to the pound are coming to an end. Next and Morrisons predict end to Brexit-related price rises - https://www.theguardian.com/business/2017/sep/14/next-morrisons-brexit-price-rises-weak-pound I got a bit sick of people...
  17. Pete999

    Pete's Videos How to install an earth rod, or not as the case maybe

    • Pete999
    • Thread
    • earth earth rod how to install maybe media quality really though video
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  18. I

    Hello, new DIY warrior here

    Hi, I'm new here and might once in a while need some advice. Or a gentle reminder of my DIY limitations.:) In fact, I need HELP now... It's never too soon, it easily could be too late. ilsa
    • ilsa
    • Thread
    • diy hello maybe new welcome wiring
    • Replies: 50
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum
  19. Jamchiv01

    My Christmas Present

    Evening all, I got asked what I want for Christmas this year by my mum, so I thought long and hard about what I wanted, and it's got to be a new tester ;) I got a quote from my local supplier for a new Kewtech KT65DL and it was £670 INC VAT so I will put a load of money towards it. Has anyone...
  20. J

    Advice and experience.

    hi all. Main reason for this message is gain some help, advice etc and experience. Just finished an access course for a domestic electrician ( yes I know these intense courses are seen as not great, but being my age etc I was unable to go to college and my previous qualifications ruled me out...
Best EV Chargers
Best EV Chargers by Electrical2Go! The official electric vehicle charger supplier.

OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Electrical Goods - Electrical Tools - Brand Names Electrician Courses Green Electrical Goods PCB Way Electrical Goods - Electrical Tools - Brand Names Pushfit Wire Connectors Electric Underfloor Heating Electrician Courses
These Official Forum Sponsors May Provide Discounts to Regular Forum Members - If you would like to sponsor us then CLICK HERE and post a thread with who you are, and we'll send you some stats etc

Advert

YOUR Unread Posts

Advert

TrueNAS JBOD Storage Server

UK Tiling Forum | Tilers Forums
UK Tiling Forum by Tilers Forums UK
Plumbers Forums | Plumbing Advice | Gas Forum
Electrician Tips from Professional Electricians
JBOD Forums: a forum for JBOD storage server advice
JBOD Suppliers: JBOD Storage Server Supplies
Back
Top