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    Type of power cables for home

    Hello, I'm from Ukraine. May be I've created this topic in wrong place - sorry. May be this is strange question, but we have a holy wars based on this question... Our standards are not perfect, that's is a reason of such questions. I want to ask, which types of cables are you using for home...
  2. C

    Electricians Abroad?

    Not sure what thread to put this in so I went for this and if it's wrong i'm sure it'll be moved to the appropriate thread... Just wondered if there's any electricians on here based in Canada or have been in recent times ( last 5 years), Looking for a few tips.
  3. F

    3 phase temporary board

    Hi, Hopefully there is someone out there who can put my mind to rest. I have a new 3 phase supply, meter and mains switch in my french farmhouse, whch I am stuck with, as it is too expensive to change it to a single phase supply. It is connected to the EDF networkbut not connected to anything...
    • flattop
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    • 3 phase board not uk phase temporary
    • Replies: 30
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  4. H

    Work in Canada

    I've been thinking of going to work in Canada and was wanting your opinions. So here's the deal..... The company pays for flights, accommodation and sorts the visa out. You work for 5 weeks and then they fly you home for a week. The shift pattern is either 6 days with a day off, or 13 days...
    • Hawk
    • Thread
    • after canada company electrical work not uk work working
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  5. Z

    Continental Light Switches: Are they a better design than UK ones?

    I have moved from Britain to Poland (type E plugs) very near German border (type F plugs) Generally I am appalled by the standards of domestic electrical components and work on both sides of the border: very flexible back boxes, flimsy sockets without switches, most plugs difficult to wire...
  6. Y

    Employability of overseas trained Electricians in the UK

    Hi I am currently in my last year as an Apprentice Electrician in Germany. I really want to move to the UK and work there after my Exam. I realise I must get my Documents translated by UK Naric, pass the 17th Edition BS7671 Exam and hold a SJIB/JIB Card in order to be employable. My question is...
    • yannick
    • Thread
    • electric electrical electricians not uk overseas
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  7. N

    Qatar

    Hi all Just joined the forum I am looking for work in Qatar as a sparks anyone have any information that could help. I have worked in Oz, New Zealand, Iraq and UK (Time served in UK) Thanks in advance
  8. D

    RCBO vs RCCB

    I'm a Canadian electrician thrown into the 'European' wiring world (not in Europe though). I was just reading up on RCCB in that they are 'similar' to our GFCI's but do not provide over current protection, therefore, an RCBO is required as the O in RCBO is over current protection. As I've been...
    • David Wieser
    • Thread
    • current not uk protection rcbo rccb
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  9. J

    Bulgaria and RCD

    Hi, All - and greetings from a newbie in Bulgaria! I wasn't sure if this should go in the DIY section or here, since both are relevant, so apologies if I made the wrong choice. In a nutshell, our house in Sofia is "old", ie 1990(!) and very substantial. There is a supply coming in which is...
  10. G

    Electrician looking to work in new zealand

    Hi I'm looking to move to Christchurch in 2 months time I am just wondering can I turn up and start working then register with the governing body out there or do I need to do it from the uk? I amazing 17th edition JIB gold card sparky here with 10 years experience any help would be appreciated...
    • glennboy85
    • Thread
    • electric electrical electrical work electrician looking new new zealand not uk work
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  11. M

    boris johnson proposal

    if this was to be passed it would.be brilliant in my eyes.. coming and going as we please. if we wanted to go work in canada or australia then no matter what age we are we can no questions asked.. what do you think ?.... Let Australians live and work in Britain: London mayor Boris Johnson backs...
  12. gnuuser

    adding test procedures to the NEC code

    well Ive joined the NEC forum and sent a post about adding a testing procedure section to the code book heres the post. I know that testing procedures are taught in apprenticeship but Ive found it to be severely lacking in clarity and tends to be an issue with many apprentices not being...
  13. M

    Vettessess

    Hi all, I am moving to australia with my three kids and have recently found out that my visa will involve me taking a vettessess exam! Now I am a little worried about the written side as I have not been to college for ten years now! I would really like to be prepared and any information would...
  14. D

    Electrician looking to move to Australia.

    Hi, looking into my future within the electrical sector within England and looks very limited. Ive got all my qualification for England to be an electrician and also have my 2391 testing too. Just wanting more details about going and working within Australia. Need more advice on the process and...
  15. J

    electrician in portugal

    just wondering if anyone can shed light on moving to Portugal as an electrician im qualified in the uk but not sure how that will translate to there ?? any advice will be much appreciated jake
    • jakeelliott
    • Thread
    • electric electrical electrician not uk portugal
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  16. A

    Adding a receptacle and light fixture

    add a 110/15amp recepticle followed by an end of the run*110v/15 amp light*fixture*using14/3 awg How do I correctley accomplish this...plz help
  17. D

    Spanish wiring colours

    Hi, I have recently bought a private stand alone single car garage in Spain, the owner had previously rented it to me for 5 years, during that time the electricity supply had been disconnected. I now want to upgrade the system so there are 2 lights, and 2 power points and get it re-connected...
    • DUNCANEDAVIES
    • Thread
    • colours not uk wiring
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  18. F

    Working in Germany

    Good Afternoon, I have total confusion regarding this subject and after looking at site after site I am in no better mind so I hope you guys can help me out on my points !!!!!!!!!! I am a electrical improover and having spent over 17 years in the trade I am well upto date with all electrical...
    • future evolve
    • Thread
    • electrical work german germany not uk working
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  19. W

    Specific controlled motor

    I need to make a motor that makes 3 revolutions a second for 6 seconds. It needs to be as small of an assembly as possible. I have a very good understanding of how circuitry and components work together as well as individually but don't know what ic would work for this or how to route the...
    • WEIRDGUYWTHAKNF
    • Thread
    • camera components controlled led motor not uk specific
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  20. applemac

    french camp site hook up points

    Evening all, going to france in august, never been proper camping before, campsite has 16 amp power points provided, am i right thinking its just a standard 16amp commando socket? blue jobbie? never been, but rigging up some lighting and charging points for the tent.... thanks...
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