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  1. J

    Opinions on these qualifications

    Currently doing: C&G 2365 Level 2 - Nearly Completed Next Month: Domestic Installers; 17th Edition Part-P (full scope) EAL 4337 Testing I'm looking for an apprenticeship 2365 Level 3 and hopefully do domestic to earn some extra money. I'm only 18, whats people's opinion on how I am...
  2. A

    Advice and opinions

    Evening all. Im a subby and been working in the field for about 3 years. Almost completed my level 2 2365, thinking ahead to next year and it's the level 3 2365. I currently attend Bedford college two evenings a week and there seems to be a lot of confusion about what's happening with certain...
  3. D00DY_T00DY

    Opinions on workwear

    My work pants seem to be on their last legs(and no there's no burn marks...) Need some of your opinions on good work pants, something durable, comfy and that has loads of pockets. I've been thinking of buying a pair of snicker pants... Paul did mention blackläder if they're on sale since they're...
  4. Gazthesparky

    Opinions please......

    I've been asked to quote for a rewire of a old Victorian house which is fine. The walls are lath and plaster so I don't know what to do for the best regarding the sockets. When I have done this before I have removed a section of laths where the socket is going , put a wood noggin in and put a...
  5. CK Tools

    Even more prizes for opinions!

    Thanks to all of you who have been taking part in our surveys, it is really shaping our understanding of how we can help you More good news – we have even more prizes to give away for what is a really short survey This time we are asking you if you can shed some light (pardon the pun) on our...
  6. CK Tools

    Prizes for opinions again!

    Hi all – we are seeking your valued opinions on our C.K Magma rucksacks – and in return you will be entered in our free prize draw We have a C.K Magma Technician’s Rucksack Plus as top prize, plus dozens of other mystery prizes to give away All you need to do is follow this link, complete the...
  7. spud1

    NICEIC Certification Scheme NICEIC Online certification - Opinions please

    Hi, Has anyone tried the newest version of the NICEIC Online certification? I tried it after attending a local techtalk. It was ok... but I found the first thing I did on it (an EICR) took me over 3 hours to process! I cant decide whether this was because of user unfriendliness (form fill style...
  8. S

    R1+R2 - two way lighting - 2.7 ohms, can i get your opinions please?

    Hi All, In preparation for a pending assessment, I have installed a new 2 way CU in my garage with all new wiring (my own property), and TT the earth. (House supply is TNC-S, PME). I am testing the lighting circuit. (6a mcb / 2 switches / 2 way/ 1.5/1.0 cable . Have tested in all switch...
  9. Leesparkykent

    Dado trunking opinions?

    I've got a shed load of dado trunking to purchase and install on a office refurb that im starting after christmas. Just wondering what people's opinions are on best make for ease of installation, cost etc. I normally use MK but its pricey but I like the way it all goes together, I've also used...
  10. V

    Opinions on test lamps

    Hi all Currently in the market for a new set of test lamps as the Fluke set i bought 12 years ago are getting tired and keep falling apart, quite miracuously they have the same batteries in since day one ! I dont fancy another set of Flukes as around 2-3 years in of ownership, where the lead...
  11. T

    Opinions Wanted

    Hi All, Really keen to hear what people opinions are on this installation completed by a contractor last week.
  12. D

    Opinions on panels

    Anyone got any thoughts on '327W BenQ crystalline' panels v 'Sunworld Sunmodule 250W mono black' v 'Solarworld Sunmodule Plus 250W poly'?
  13. S

    Request for some electrician's opinions

    Hi All My name is Sarah and I am a Product Design Engineering student currently completing my Masters degree. A large part of my course is a design project on which I have chosen to study the neck strain and pain suffered by those working in manual jobs, particularly through overhead work...
    • SJS03
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    • electric electrical electrician's opinions request
    • Replies: 27
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  14. S

    Opinions on Wiring the lighting circuit at the 'switch' or ' at the 'light'

    Evening All, I will be installing a new lighting circuit in new garage/bedroom conversion. I usually always wire my feed/switch line/ loop etc at the pendent or first down lighter, However as you all know you can take the feed direct to the switch (s), and then off to the first light. Can I...
    • srl-8
    • Thread
    • circuit light lighting lighting circuit opinions switch wiring
    • Replies: 46
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  15. M

    Opinions on Meritocracy?

    Read - Meritocracy Now! | Equal Opportunity for Every Child https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-7CeMoulbw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8zzjh2cR-oQ
  16. H

    Hourly rate after calculating overheads. Opinions please!!!

    Hi guys, After sitting down and working out all my fixed and variable overheads I have worked out charging a maximum hourly rate of £28-30 per hour working 220 days of the year. If I only worked 150 days of the year, as this is my first year trading, I will need to charge £33 per hour. I have...
    • harrison2987
    • Thread
    • after calculating hourly opinions please
    • Replies: 29
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  17. SibertSolar

    opinions please?

    Ok, need to bounce ideas about if poss.... Existing building with 3ph TT supply (100mA RCD, non -S type), feeds another building 300m away with a 3ph sub DB (no RCD) where my customer is looking to fit a 50kWp PV feed to. We're waiting on Ze values on the incomer. I have no other info at the...
  18. SibertSolar

    Jinko panels?

    Hi all, any thoughts/first-hand experience with Jinko panels? We're looking at their new "Smart" modules with built-in Tigo optimisers but opinions on the company and/or their standard c-Si range of panels would be appreciated. I've got my own opinions but would be keen to hear from the...
  19. uksparks

    Opinions on this please... Obstruction

    Hi, Just turned up at a job locally to fit a shower, would have taken half day as will be a pig routing cable etc, anyway, I did look the other week, then arrived today to do it and there's a garage door in the way! I have just said to the customer, I cannot do it as cannot safely work in the...
  20. P

    Opinions please from those in the know.

    my father in law has requested some quotes for Solar PV on one of his south facing barns. 2 companies have quoted 27.5 kW at £30 k and a 21 kW at £27.5 k. One are specifying Ben Q and Power One the other REC Solar PE with SMA inverters my question is are these about right cost wise and...

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