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I'm not a sparky (don't throw anything at me just yet...), but I've built some online software that helps electricians (plus all tradespeople) create and manage their paperwork.
I'm not looking to sell anything - or shout about my product - but...
a woman owns a block of flats 2 to each floor. Only small flats some are beds it's some are one bedroom. Each floor has one consumer unit feeding the two flats. She wants them brought up to date. I can't just replace the old ones with split loads can I? Each flat/bedsit has to have its own...
The proposed design for this installation includes the following breakers;
* BSEN 60898 32A Type D for the MIG welder supplied from DB2
* an MCCB rated at 125A for the distribution circuit to the DB2
Explain using manufacturers info whether discrimination will be achieved?
Im struggling with...
I want to replace this honeywell thermostat with this Salus one, and I cant work out which wires are meant to go into which, any help would be greatly appreciated
On the Honeywell one I think the Live goes to number 1 (on the right) and the neutral into number 2 (second from the left)
I am...
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Q. Can anybody use a standard BS60898 MCB as the functional switch for that circuit?
^^ easy one for you
This is a bit harder.....
Q. Can an...
Hey guys, nice forum you've got here, I'm not actually an electrician myself but I do DIY installations and lately I've been getting a lot of queries from customers asking about electrical installations, so I thought what better place to sign up to than here.
- JP
morning lads just a quick question.
I sent off my ECS forms last week and was wondering if any of you that have done it received any confirmation of the forms being correct or if it just took around 4-6 weeks to process and you heard no more?
I guess im being a bit impatient but i like to know...
Hi all, I'm Mike!
Ive been renovating my flat and have need to change a light switch, but before I do I wanted to know exactly the type of switch im going to need...
Basically I have 5 light locations A, B, C, D and E over 3 floors. I also have 3 double switch unit locations for them, lets...
Hi, I've just been to both Wickes and Screwfix to get a replacement 1500mm x 36mm fluorescent tube. However, both places said that they haven't seen the 36mm tubes for a long time! Screwfix suggested to try the 26 mm tube in the fitting and see if it works as the pins are exactly the same width...
anyone know why its always the neutral that burns out on 45a DP shower switches?
isolated a circuit the other day and confirmed it dead with meter but when i put my volt-stick to it it still glowed up?
when doing a house rewire how do you rewire the kitchen?
Solar-log 200 Wi-Fi £500 +vat
Brilliant apps on Android for £6! Cut down versions available for free. It only gives you import/consumption readings no export data! Don’t buy the Wi-Fi version you spend half your life trying to find it. You can logon on multiple android devices. Poor Tech...
Out of curiosity what sort of roundabout figure am I looking at for a 3PH 2000A genny. To hire and to buy. Don't include any other costs than the genny itself.
Edit: Or anything 1000A+.
Sorry if the thread is in the wrong place, in a rush.
Cheers
Hi guys,
New to the forum.
Ive just started my first year as an apprentice and purchased a range of tools that are required for work. One of the items I bought is the Stanley Dynagrip Quick Change Knife. Upon receiving it in the mail today I've managed to insert the blade; the tool itself seems...
I'm installing a new circuit next week in a property that has solar panels. I will need to take a Ze, Can i just isolate at the main switch in the consumer or do i need to isolate the p.v?
Cheers
Hi all ..
My name is Anthony im 34 years old and im retraining to be electrician working towards my lvl 3 2357 .. currently half way in to my lvl 3 2365..
Hi all with regards to the Quick check sheet I have made up first of all anybody using it and secondly any advice on how to make it better . It may not be everybodys cup o tea but I use it as a crib sheet ie fill in the boxes and transfer over ie working copy . Yep I have bluetooth on my 1553...
evening everybody
i do work for this house which is converted to flats the main halls have 2 chandiler lights which are controlled by ceeling mounted PIRs each light has 5 lamps each
i changed all 10 lamps less than a month ago and 6 of them have already blown i didnt use cheap lamps either...
afternoon,
I passed my City and Guilds 2330 level 3 in August 2010. I've just been turned down for a job due to not having my 17th edition wiring regulations. Is this a separate qualification or is it something else? As far as I was aware I passed my 17th edition. Maybe I need to...
Hi everyone!
I've just joined the forum and thought I'd say hello! :waving:
I'm a 28 year old female trainee electrician. I've just done an EAL Level 2 diploma in Electrical Engineering and I'm due to start the City & Guilds 2365 Level 3 in January. I'm hoping to set up my own business in...
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