new

Recent contents Top users
  1. N

    New Here

    Hi All Just Joined and saying Hi been an electrician since i left school at 16 so 40 years now it in the blood as they say once a spark allways a spark ;-)
  2. B

    install new light in middle of roof, what if cable too short?

    So this is where i need the light in the middle, i will remove the light that is on the wall, im afraid that the switch wire will be short, the switch is on the same wall just right of the white trunking u see on the far right of the picture. this wall is plastered alrdy so not sure if i will be...
  3. N

    Query About New Fuse Box.

    I have recently had a new fuse box installed by a council contractor . My latest electricity bill as calculated by meter readings that I take and telephone to my electricity and gas provider ( as I do every month to avoid estimated billing) is significantly higher than any ( 2 years) previous...
  4. andrewgrenee

    New Trainee Electrician from Edinburgh – Excited to Learn and Grow

    Hey everyone, I’m Andrew grenee from Edinburgh. I’ve recently started working as a trainee electrician with Umega Home Repairs, a local property maintenance company. I'm getting stuck into all sorts of jobs—shadowing experienced sparks, picking up the basics, and learning something new every...
  5. L

    Wago stopping sales of all their "grey " boxes

    Heard yesterday that all the Current Grey Wago boxes are no longer going to be imported sold and the new pathetic white ones will be all thats sold
  6. Dan

    Checkout our new social media pages and groups we've worked on

    Hi, Apologies if you didn't want this email. It's a mandatory one as it's about our business social pages which contain contact details and things. Warranted as important. I've been working on some Facebook Pages and Groups over the past 6 months and here is the outcome. Some further along...
  7. D

    New member,

    Hi guys, thanks for letting me register, I used to work at the Midlands Electricity Board on the faults and overhead sections for many years now retired and keen on diy.
  8. Electrical2Go

    ⚡ Introducing The2GoGroup

    🏡 Home to Electrical2Go, Green2Go, and Heating2Go—essential home & business solutions, all under one roof. 🎨 With a new bold, unified look and a focus on quality, reliability & great service, we make shopping easy. ✅ The right products 💷 The right prices 🙌 The right support And we’re just...
  9. E

    UK New induction hob require 2x16A fuse. Can I connect it to the existing socket please?

    Those are the pictures from new hob. It require 6mm cable according to the plate info. Current hob is hardwired through 6mm cable too. Fuse at the fuseboard is 32A shared for oven and hob. Does it mean that fuse in the main fuseboard need replacing for 2x16A and then perhaps oven to be on a...
    • eldaniel
    • Thread
    • connect existing fuse hob induction induction hob new please require socket
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  10. robbiec79

    UK New to solar

    Okay so I want to install a grid tie system on my shed. I have a sub-main supply to the shed via a 10mm swa cable straight from the meter box, to the CU with 2 spare for RCDs. Looking at a 2kw-3kw string inverter and space for maybe 4 panels on the roof. Roof size is 4m x 2.8m. Only going by...
  11. R

    New member hello

    Hello folks, ex engineer. Lots changed since I last worked in the industry. Looking for advice from those more up to date than myself
  12. R

    New fuse box for house renovation Australia

    Hi Guys, This is my first question in this forum. I.have renovated a 60s built house in Australia, I have an electrician mate helping me add a new single phase fuse box in the meter cabinet, I have purchased a 64ampain 2 pole switch, 2 x 20amp RCBOs for 2 power circuits and 1 x 16amp breaker...
  13. B

    New Member here

    Hello all, I am a RedSeal and master electrician with a small electrical and lighting company. Hoping to both help other and gain some more knowledge with this forum
  14. El Steve

    Installing a new 36" Cooktop Question 🙋

    I have a 36" Cooktop 4 wire [red, black, red, Ground] to a home with 240V 30amp 3wire 10gage wire "[White, black & Ground] the user manual says it requires 7 gage 4 wire connections with 50 Amp breaker.. That wire is HUGE! The four wires coming from the appliance are nowhere near the size of...
  15. newfutile

    Code for no SPD on new build

    I usually code no spd with no code or a C3. However I have been sent to check compliance with BS 7671 on some new builds, there is no SPD present. We usually say the date installed does not make a difference to coding but it does in a way. The same may apply if Arc Fault Detection Device not...
  16. T

    New Member Here

    Hello forumites! I am an adult learner (I'm 42) just about to complete my Level 3 qualification in electrical installation. I completed my Level 2 previously in 2023. I have a CSCS labourer card & ECS trainee card and have managed to get some electrical work experience with a contractor...
  17. maderaelectrician

    New member here

    Hey all, Vince here. I just joined this forum today. I'm a new electrical contractor in a small town that you probably haven't heard of, Madera, in central California. I just got my license in 2024 and opened my business right after. I finally bit the bullet and had a nice website made which has...
  18. PCBWay

    PCBWay Christmas & New Year Big Sales — Get Exclusive Coupons and Various Gifts

    As the holiday season approaches, PCBWay is thrilled to announce their Christmas & New Year Promotions! Whether you’re an engineer or an enthusiast, this is the perfect time to indulge in their manufacturing services and get free gifts. Don’t hesitate to visit the website (2024 PCBWay New Year...
  19. M

    Man cave power feed from new build property issue

    Hi All, I am in the process of purchasing a new build property in Swadlincote Derbyshire And want to build a man cave so require the standard lights and sockets for the build The house builder has mentioned running from an external socket ? The little bit I do know of electrics this doesn’t...
  20. Electrical2Go

    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from E2GO!

    All orders and customer queries received over the festive period will be processed upon our return on the 2nd of January 2025. Everyone at E2GO wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🎅

OFFICIAL SPONSORS

Electrical Goods - Electrical Tools - Brand Names Electrician Courses Green Electrical Goods PCB Way Green 2 Go Pushfit Wire Connectors Electric Underfloor Heating Electrician Courses Heating 2 Go Electrician Workwear Supplier
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

Daily, weekly or monthly email

Receive a daily, weekly, or monthly email containing a digest of new and recently updated threads.

Advert

TrueNAS JBOD Storage Server

Tilers | UK Tiling Forum | Tilers Forums | Find a Tiler
UK Tiling Forum by Tilers Forums UK
Plumbers Forums | Plumbing Advice | Gas Forum
Outside Play
Back
Top