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    Screw fix

    While waiting In screw fix yesterday I overheard a guy asking the server (which I must add was a young girl) what was the difference between 16 mm2 and 25mm2 tails, obviously she didn't have a scooby so she asked the manager, his answer was if it's a shop 25mm2 if it's a house 16mm2, my question...
  2. the pict

    Old style MK sockets

    The old MK sockets with 4 fixing screws any one know if they are still available, or would the original back box have two side lugs, I cant remember as I have never had the occasion to look, I have a few to replace and trying to avoid plaster damage on a solid wal Pict
  3. J

    Restrictor Base fuse install issue

    Hi all, trying to replace a fuse in my fuse box. 15 amp s type fuse(restrictor base) although when i try and screw it in, it gives me alot of resistance and the brass ring seems to be cutting into the plastic threads of the fuse and i can't get a good connection. I think i may have bent the...
    • jonny564
    • Thread
    • attach fuse install issue plastic screw
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  4. J

    Cordless screw driver or impact driver ?

    Hi guys bare with me I'm new to this forum and hoping to seek advice, I have a dewalt combi drill but am looking for a screwdriver. I am a alarm engineer that uses a screwdriver a lot lol. I like the look of these little screwdriver units but don't know how powerful they are. Anyone use one...
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    KAESER Screw Compressor

    Been asked to install circuit for an 'Aircenter 12'. This is what I know:- Motor 7.5kW Input power on-load 9.8kW 400V 3 Phase Automatic star-delta starter Recommended circuit cable CSA 4mm 4 core (up to 50m) Compressor hard wired connection Given a choice between isolator with HRC motor...
  6. Resu

    Bulkhead with Security screws

    Hi all, customer has requested I find a key for the security screws that bolt the front cover of his bulkhead light to the base (To change the lamp). Haven't seen anything like it before the screws have a raised "+" shape so the key would be the opposite. Anyone have any ideas? I can open it...
  7. J

    Plastic lugs on switch back boxes...

    Morning comrades. Is one obliged to change above back boxes for metal lugged versions. Obviously the plate screws won't be earthed but are insulated by plastic lugs. What are your thoughts? Thanks in advance.
    • j-lextricks
    • Thread
    • boxes earth lugs plastic screw screws switch
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  8. Guffer

    Plaster Depth Boxes with Screw Protection

    Hi anybody know if its possible to get metal plaster depth boxes where the 3.5mm accessory screw is encased, as they are in surface boxes and plasterfix boxes so as to prevent tilers screwing back through cables. Never given it much thought before but it makes sense.
  9. gnuuser

    workplace safety

    while servicing an industrial automation communications system today I was checking the station plc panels and found spray bottles of lite weight lube oil hidden in the panel cabinet (this stuff was moderately flammable) this prompted me to check the motor controller cabinet. and i found a...
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    Edison screw lamp - i received electric shock!!

    I went to change the bulb on my mums reading lamp and when I tried to remove the bulb (Edison Screw) I received an electric shock even though the s/w was in the off position. I have a LV3 cert in electrical technical but I lack experience as I own mine own landscape business so it has been a...
    • Column79
    • Thread
    • edison electric electrical lamp lighting lights received screw shock
    • Replies: 24
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  11. J

    Where to buy E12 screw bulbs?

    Need an E12 screw bulb today (for NE party tonight!) so not looking for online store. Tried Tesco Home, Maplin - they had none. Any suggestions? In Chelmsford / Braintree area.
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    Problem with light switch. Please Help.

    Recently my light for the upstairs stopped working. So I replaced the bulb, now it is working but now the switch is making some noise and the light dimms sometimes! Can anyone tell me the reason for this and how to fix it? Many Thanks
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    Power socket tripping mains - Mutiple wires in screw terminals

    Hi all, First of all, I'm not an electrician so pardon me if the terms that I am using are not correct. Recently, the main circuit breaker tripped and after I isolated the particular branch that is causing the trip, I found that one that one of the power socket (used by the washing machine, if...
    • yktan
    • Thread
    • electricians' talk mains power screw socket terminals tripping wires
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    screw selection

    Hi guys I am going to be inspected next week and have been told napit have been failing installations because countersunk screws in back boxes. Should I change all screws too round head as it is all finished and a lot of work .
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    screw selection

    Hi guys having an inspection on my work this week. Should I be using round head screws on my back boxes or will I get away with countersunk as I prefer them. What you think?
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    3 & 3/4 inch screw glass fitting.

    Hi there, I do so hope that you may be able to give an address where i can purchase a 3 & 3/4 inch screw jar fitting. This is made of glass and slightly tapered and is used to hold a globe fitting in place. The previous owner had them fitted out side the house, but unfortuantely the...
    • Gently does it
    • Thread
    • electricians' talk fitting glass screw
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  17. T

    Removing Plastic Screw Covers

    Has anyone got any good tips/ methods for removing plastic screw covers from face plates without damaging the caps, or is it best to destroy them and fit new ones? Thanks
  18. B

    Sockets with no earthing to the screw holes

    Hi All I came across some really cheap and nasty sockets in a house today. They don't have the metal straps to earth the screw holes, fortunately the installer had earthed back boxes but it would be easy to overlook this - particularly if a DIYer had put them in. Question is do they comply...
    • Bongo3000
    • Thread
    • earth earthing electricians' talk holes screw socket sockets
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  19. M

    Domestic cable routes - cable ties/bases

    Hi, Is it a common practice nowadays to use cable tie bases and ties to fix cables above ceilings and along joist runs? I have used them commercially a fair bit but only once in domestic. I've got a rewire/newbuild to do and it will take forever if I use clips for all power,lights, tv &...
    • mcvee
    • Thread
    • bases cable cables domestic electricians' talk routes screw sticky
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Domestic Electrician Forum
  20. M

    Reparing plasterboard after cutting

    Hi I am after some information or any tips you have. How do you repair tge plasterboard if you have to cut holes for running cables or to get your angle drill in ect... I.e when putting in spotlights Hope you can help!
    • Mewff91
    • Thread
    • after cable cutting electricians' talk place plasterboard screw surface
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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