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    Two way light switch Hall /Landing 2 vs 3 core wiring

    On a standard hall & landing 2 way circuit (i.e both switched from either location), does everyone prefer using the 3 core method, with each light being fed by the appropriate circuit (i.e upstairs / downstairs) - are any other methods in current use?
  2. G

    Recognised methods of two way switch wiring /colour coding

    Following on from the thread on Two way and intermediate switching (and related conversations) I was wondering where the "recognition" of just one of the methods comes from how far it had spread. I've assumed preference stems from osg 7.4.4 as followed by Figure 7.3. No reference is...
  3. K

    Reference Methods on EIC Forms

    Completing my EIC's for assessment tomorrow with the NICEIC ... I'm used to using Elecsa certs and haven't come across 'Reference Method' before. Changed CU, tested all circuits. Most of the cables are run either through the plasterboard walls (not in conduit, no thermal insulation), or...
  4. M

    Referance methods?

    Got a commercial where cables are laid in the purlings what ref method would you put for this? Im debating clipped direct or cable tray ??
  5. S

    Help with installation methods please.

    Currently doing a rewire on an old house. Loft has 50mm joists at right angles to a large central joist 200mm. So I can clip cables along the centre of the loft with no problem. Using installation method 101 it would seem that I can lay the cables out to light fittings between the joists on...
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    BS 3871 Type 2 30 A MCB (allowed installation method)

    hi guys after a little advice re a 30 A Type 2 BS 3871 MCB. Now i know they are old but still compliant , just checked the OSG p 49 Table 7.1 for maximum length and installation methods but there not listed. i have the maximum ZS of 0.88 from page 103 table 2d OSG where they are listed. can...
  7. M

    reference methods

    Shamefull question i know, but i cant remember where to get the installation reference methods from in the regs book to fill in the test certs could someone help please thanks
  8. B

    Reference Methods

    Has anyone got a quick reference guide to the reference methods for filling out certs?
  9. M

    Does anyone know about various types of soldering methods

    Hi I want to get into soldering components on computer boards. Someone said that I should get a variable control soldering iron kit. But I have seen other people are using hot air rework soldering stations. Do I need anything that complex for doing simple jack replacement tasks. And what...
  10. S

    reference methods

    hello all i have a cable coming from fuse board in wall for 0.5 meters ,under the floor boards, up a riser then clipped above insulation in loft , i would class this as "clipped direct" . what do other people think ? right or wrong ? thanks in advance for replys
  11. D

    lighting breaker sizes

    Forgive me if im just being stupid...but the on site guide shows that a 1.5 mm cabe can carry a current of ...12a...or summat like that..cant remember now...... Why then do we protect lighting circuits with a 6a beaker ? ....or am just being dumb here..???:confused:
  12. S

    Reference Methods

    Hi chaps, did a pir yesterday but regs book in van 100 miles away. Can someone please tell me reference method for singles in metal conduit plastered in wall and also swa on cable tray. Many Thanks Tim
  13. M

    Bending conduit mathematic methods

    hi all have any of you gents got the mathematical method of measuring and bending conduit? never done it like that look and bend and thread lol we got an apprentice type who wants draw it out etc anyone got any pointers thank you all maddfridge
  14. Y

    Long cable run installation physical methods and timescales

    Hi, looking for a bit of advice with regards to calculating costs and timescales for installing large runs - 300 mtr+ of multi-core cabling. To get an idea, the weight of the cable drum would be in the region of 450kgs. The cable will be run over cable tray. What I am asking is to get an idea...
  15. S

    reference methods??

    hi, i am putting in a 95000w shower, the cable will be run in a stud wall and then clipped to a joist in the loft but what refernce method would this be classed as would it be either 101 or 102 depending if cable touches wall?? im not sure if thats right. Cheers sam
  16. Amp David

    Prefered wiring methods for external lighting

    Just to see other opinions on wiring for outdoor lights. If the cable was 2.5m ish up the wall would you prefer to use conduit then pull through t+e, singles, SWA, Hi tuff cable or ordinary black flex. Reason for asking is this... ..done a quote today and been round to the house to hand it...
  17. J

    reference methods new and old

    hi all im working away from home and have forgot my regs. whats the old refernce codes ie. 1 2 3. and new ones i remeber c is clipped direct but rest have left my head:confused:. any help appreciated
  18. J

    3 methods od carring out continuity tests

    Hi does anyone know the third method of carring out a continuity test method 1 is using the link to L-cpc in the c/u and measuring the open resistance the other end. Method 2 is the long wandering lead Method 3 is it some sort of live test like a loop impedance test? How do you do it?
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    reference methods

    hi guys, whats the reference method, of t&e clipped direct to wooden joists above ceiling with insulation?? cheers guys!!
  20. R

    conduit fixing.

    Hi People, what are the best methods to adopt to mark out fixing for long conduit runs both vertically and horizontally, is it justa case of using a spirit level, plumb line and chalk line Thanks.

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