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Anyone know of any RCDs for CTE 110v sockets that dont cost a small fortune? Need some for some high EFL 110v sockets in a factory I do work in after an EICR.
Hi, I am a basic DIY'er, with basic electrical skills, NB, I can change a plug/fuse, change a ceiling light fitting, change a socket face plate, install a ceiling fan, immersion heater, extractor fan, etc.
I already have one external outdoor weatherproof IP66 double socket at one end of my...
I've seen several videos on these, half of them show an MCB in the 'on' position protected by an RCD also in the 'on' position, earth lead on the earth bar, neutral on the neutral bar, and live on the MCB's line screw terminal.
But then i've seen other videos where the earth bar and the...
I live in Phnom Penh, Cambodia and people die here regularly by electrocution. There is no earth wiring in the buildings, just live and neutral.
I am a member of an expats forum and the question arises: Will using an RCD device offer any protection at all?
I understand RCD's will go off with...
Hi friendly people,
As you may be aware, I'm a plumber, so quite possibly what I am seeing is correct, though it seems a bit odd to my untrained eyes. Hoping someone might be able to explain a few things to me as I need a bit of reassurance regarding RCD ratings.
I'm currently at a relative's...
Hi all, have just ordered my first EICR ever for a studio to 1-bed conversion flat in London. It cost a little less than £80 and the electrician had great reviews on the site I booked him on. It came back with 4x C2 and 1x C3, all related to RCD. The summary was unsatisfactory with comment "No...
I quite often contribute on other's posts about issues with RCD's, thought I'd tell you about what happened to me yesterday as a little bit of a tail and maybe a lesson.....
Huge stadium show lighting rig, fed in three sections, each section being about 300/3 draw, mostly all LED fixtures...
I would appreciate some opinions on the following situation...
I have been asked to comment on an EICR for a local community resource (church hall used by various groups of all ages).
During an EICR on the TN-C-S installation the testing of a ring final circuit gave R1+R2 and Zs(db) values that...
I’m replacing a damaged 415v 5pin socket in an engineering shop which is been used for welding, this will need to be replaced with RCD socket to keep up with the regs. but my question is will the welder trip the RCD.
Got a sub main board with an RCD inside. Need to test that but whenever I test it it sometimes trips the RCD from the main board. I need to test the RCD from the sub main board. Any suggestions?
My thoughts are to bypass the RCD at the main side with connector blocks momentarily but surely...
Having a bit of a brain freeze moment.
I have a 2-core SWA cable running to an outbuilding. The sheath is used to earth this cable back to the consumer unit in the house which is TNC-S, while the outbuilding has its own earth electrode (ie it's TT) protecting its Consumer Unit. That's to say...
I'd like some information on the RCD test features and process please.
Firstly, does this only apply to sockets or lighting circuits too? Clearly both could be on the RCD
With sockets, do we have to run the RCD tests (half, full, five times, ramp) at all sockets or is one socket adequate...
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I posted recently about a hot tub supply I was needing advice with. One reply I got was directing me to a video by dave savery. Having watched the video I have a question.
On his install he puts a 100a 100mA rcd and 32A 30mA rcbo in the same enclosure at the house supply end. Meter tails...
Every time oven gets to temperature it trips the RCD. Thought the oven must be knackered so got a new one. That does the exact same thing. Any ideas? I should add that this is a brand new house. Just moved in yesterday
Im considering installing a Digital Shower (not pumped, just controlled) during my Bathroom Refit. Im looking for the best option for powering the valve. The Manufacturer recommends runnig a 30mA RCD circuit, however as my Sockets are already protected with an RCD can I connect the valve into a...
Hi there,
I’ve hired a marquee for an event next month but am a bit lost on how to power it. There are 2 sockets 50 metres from the marquee and 2 sockets 80 metres from the marquee. We also have a 10kva generator, which provides over 7kva of continuous power and has 7 sockets.
We need to power...
I am to install a car charger that states a type A RVD is to be installed. Can this be put in the garage from the non rcd side of the board or is it better to change the RCD on the board and use that side. I assume it makes no difference
Hi guys,
I've got a job where I'm installing dado trunking on the floor of an office for sockets and data. Some info on job - In total I will be installing 36 double sockets to supply 40 workstations. Majority of the workstations will be a laptop with dual monitors and phone setup. Some of the...
Hi, anyone know if RCD FCU's are now considered to meet the requirements of additional protection since the 18th amendment 2 ? Are they now deemed suitable for use for an extra light so I dont have to fit a stand alone rccb or replace the CU. ??
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