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  1. J

    UK Meter tail extension…

    Hi all, Customer has an extension and this compromises existing meter position, DNO is extending incomer and putting meter box on a different wall further away. The back side of the new position is the existing house which they don’t want to disturb, so I can’t run the tails inside the existing...
  2. Electrical2go

    Flexible Meter Tail Kits Now Available At E2GO!

    E2GO now stocks flexible meter tail kits in a variety of lengths at low prices! Click Here to view our range, available for next working day delivery if ordered before 2 pm. Remember all Electricians Forum Members are eligible for a 5% discount on all E2GO orders.
  3. R

    Meter tail insulation

    I had an eicr done recently, the electrician gave a C2 for the meter tails having their outer insulation stripped back too far. Can I take a piece of the grey insulation off a spare tail and cut and glue it onto the missing piece to clear the C2? Much easier than having to strip back as it's...
  4. Soulsurfer

    Domestic meter tail isolator

    Hey all, I have a few installs coming up where I need to upgrade cu's and want to install isolators between DNO service head and new consumer units. I have only ever fitted before to twin supply houses on off peak storage heating and was under the impression that a straight enclosure with a...
  5. A

    Meter Tail Length - Getting the Electrical/Mathematical Equations from the DNOs.

    Hi everyone, I'm new to this forum and this is my first post, so apologies if I get anything wrong. I do a lot of property redevelopments, and some landlords (myself included) prefer to put the elec and gas meters outside the property in meter boxes. This can cause issues, as often the only...
  6. B

    Meter tail - CU >25m

    Hi Guys! I have a big job incomming and I am a bit confused how to do one thing. I am supposed to do full rewiring of an apartment house. First, I need to place a tails from meter to CU. Length of the tail will be up to 25 meters. How am i supposed to ensure protection of this tail and what...
  7. H

    maximum meter tail length and composition

    In order to meet current regulation the maximum meter tail length should be no more than 3M and if over a 100amp fused switch should be fitted - is that correct. (This guidline is not in the iet on-site guide except that this maybe specified by the distributor) 521.10.1 mentions that the tails...
  8. G

    meter tail crimpers

    Anyone know where crimpers for meters can be purchased? I would be very happy to know as i have lost mine. Thanks in anticipation.
  9. J

    A question about main fuses & meter tail sizes.

    I'm sure plenty of us have seen 100a fuses on 16mm (or less) tails and know that that simply doesn't work. My question is, has the ccc changed or something as why would they have been installed in the first place?:confused:
  10. W

    Meter tail protection

    hi,i have just been to look at a consumer change,all is quite straightforward apart from the meter tails.the main incomer and meter is in a box on the out side wall the tails then go through the wall to the consumer unit which is aprox 1m higher.the owners have at some time plastered the wall...
  11. P

    Meter Tail - Stripping Insulation - Tool

    Hi, I'm trying to find a tool for removing inner and outer insulation for 25mm meter tails. I have tried everywhere, does anyone know of a good stripping tool, if so please the name or link where to buy. Many thanks Paul.
  12. B

    how to change meter tail?

    Hi all, this might be a silly question for you, i need to replace a 16mm meter tail with a 25mm one, but how to disconnect the meter tail from henly block? i had a look of the henly block, there were no screws, thanks,
  13. G

    Meter Tail Protection

    :confused:Hi , Is 20mm galvanised steel conduit suitable for meter tail protection to the consumer unit. Thanks in anticipation of a yes answer!
  14. D

    Meter Tail upgrade?

    Dear all, I consistently get good advice from the forum so pushing my luck with yet another question, I have just replaced the CU at home prior to an Elecsa assessment in a couple of weeks, all has gone well and I'm nearly done, however, I would like to know if I should be upgrading the present...
  15. B

    what meter tail cable-cpc?

    Hi im having to replace some old meter cable from the meter to the consumer unit , as it is around 6m in length i am going to fit a switch fuse unit , my question is what type of 25mm cable would you use and will it need a separate cpc other than the main 16mm main earth that is going to be run...
  16. W

    Meter tail length

    Hi All, i'm sure this has been discussed before, but what would you suggest the longest length of meter tails should be. I know I should ask the distributor, but I am looking for a general view. Thanks in advance Weston

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