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  1. B

    2 gang socket with usb watch for them

    Horrible 2 gang switched socket with usb. Its very flimsey and has 2 earth terminals on the back for each socket that ARE NOT CONNECTED (by not connected I mean to each other each individual connection goes to one earth pin only) so watch for them. No suprise its from china on Ebay. White...
  2. H

    Converting a regular light fitting to an emergency fitting?

    I have a light fitting with 2 x 70w T8 tubes in it. The ballast is a regular tridonic ballast for these lamps like this one Tridonic T8 Pro High Frequency Ballast 2 x 70w. How do I convert this fitting into an emergency fitting? Would I be able to do this with the above ballast and wire in a...
  3. S

    Double light switch – 1 dimmer, 1 regular

    Is there such a thing as a double light switch with 1 dimmer switch and 1 regular switch on it? On top of it I'd need it in brushed steel finish. Many thanks!
  4. R

    generator

    i am trying to install a generator as a back up to a house . now i have installed a change over switch but cannot check for polarity as cannot get an earth reading. as with all of europe we have 2 pin plugs. we have tt over here with the earth and neutral in the same lug with an earth stake. now...
  5. gazzamikes

    Lost a regular customer!

    I was asked by a regular customer how Much to carry out eicr on one I her properties, 3 bed two storey. I've been there in the past to do couple of light fitting changes and it's bodged throughout, more jb's than a wholesaler cu been wired in the dark by a blind Man etc. i told her £150 minimum...
  6. Lit_by_Sparks

    Photometric Files for LED to regular flourescent tube comparison.

    I think that title makes sense. ;) Hi everyone, I'm Mike and I have a question with regards to my battle in trying to enlighten people, about how far LED technology has come on in recent months/years. I have a client that I need to show photometric files to, comparing an 'old school' 5ft flo...
  7. R

    Regular Calibration

    Just browsing through my NIC application pack and came across a leaflet regarding instrument accuracy. It taks about having to have the meter formally calibrated preferably by a UKAS accredited company etc, but also goes on to say that they must have more frequent checks by designated socket...
  8. Davisonp

    Connecting SWA to regular flex.

    Hi, I have been asked to fix a problem with a pond pump. The existing setup consists of an outdoor water resistant outlet that the pond pump plugs into, but the socket and plug are in a concrete box embedded in the ground and covered by a slab to look like part of a rockery. When the drain...
  9. C

    Any advice on a potential job offer?

    Just after some constructive advice or a 1 word answer will do... Am an Improver subbing, trying to fill my weeks and trying, along with every other Improver or latest DISQ Qualified to find a break with a company that is offering something permanent or at least heading that way. I have a...
  10. S

    Anyone here gets regular jobs using Myhammer.co.uk

    I just heard about this website where customers put a post of what they need doing and tradesmen can register and give quotes online. Customer chooses best quote to do the job. Its all official. Mobile number verification. Address verification. Monthly fee is about £10 monthly for up to £250...
  11. N

    Ze/Zs differ (wildly) between no-trip and 'regular' settings on Fluke

    Hi, A puzzling issue today. When I test for Ze and Zs on my Fluke I tend to go for the 'no trip' setting out of habit. I believe whether there's a RCD or not this test might take a little longer to get the reading (as it saturates the RCD with a DC current) but it's the same result as the...
  12. R

    Wanted sds now

    Hi all, I'm after a second hand SDS. It must: Be fairly near Newport S Wales Be available to pick up this weekend Have rotary stop chisel function Be in working condition Be cheap. Battery or plugged doesn't matter, brand unimportant, nothing half-inched, please! Cash on collection but a...
  13. T

    Advice on getting regular work with a builder/builders

    Hey there, Just started up on my own after 12 years with a pretty big local electrical firm who I was with from school. Just looking for some advice on how to approach builders for work. I know two builders but they have already got regular sparks they use so they might call me if they are...
  14. Dan

    Update: Regular members please read this

    The current forum software that we use has developed a newer version (actually, they spent the last three years doing it) and we have an example of that running on Contractor Forum | Construction and Redevelopment Advice for Professional Contractors and Tradesmen. Since releasing the newer...
  15. M

    2A ROUND 3 PIN sockets issue. Please advice.

    Hello. I just moved to a new flat to discover that all the rooms have floor lamps connected to wall light switches. I googled and found that these are 2A round 3 pin sockets, used in old flat for lighting circuits. I would like to swap the floor lamps for new ones, but still be able to use...

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