security

  1. J

    Non metallic PIR motion sensor security light

    I live near the coast & have had 2 metallic security lights. These have each corroded to the extent that the case could not be opened when the light failed. Can anyone suggest a non metallic security light fitting? Thanks
    • johnst
    • Thread
    • light metallic motion pir security sensor
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  2. yellowvanman

    Wireless PIRs?

    Hopefully someone may have come across something like this. Customer has a remote garage and wants a PIR on the garage and one on the house to jointly control a number of lights on both buildings. Getting a cable between the buildings would be a pain (not impossible), if there is a wireless...
  3. chudson

    Outdoor sensors - security - other than PIR

    Hi guys, I've got a problem that needs a fairly urgent solution. I have a customer where we replaced 4 sensors (PIR) that protect his house and switch on several flood lights around the perimeter. This also links up to a buzzer and indicator lamp indoors to notify him that the sensors have been...
  4. uksparks

    Wiring 2x PIR to Security Light(s)

    Hi, I am just trying to get my head around this and wondered if anyone would be able to advise me as I am not 100% I have it correct. basically I am trying to wire 2x PIR sensors (as per link below) to a couple of security lights. This is the sensor...
  5. S

    3 plate switching

    Hi guys, I've been a trainee electrician for nearly two years, working only on new builds. a friend of mine has just moved in to a new house and has asked me to do a few little jobs for him before the plasterer comes in. He wants me to add a security light to the back of his house, however all...
    • Sparky parky
    • Thread
    • earth light lighting permanent plate security switch switching
    • Replies: 18
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  6. C

    Advice on anything GSM related - Security, Door Entry, Monitoring or Control Systems

    Hi All, Very friendly offer of advice with anything GSM related. It's what we do. Cheers Noel 7 day Tech Suport
    • ControlFreq
    • Thread
    • advice anything control door entry monitoring related security systems
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  7. Simon-0116

    security cameras on android phones

    currently got cameras in our yard, which I can look at via computer in office or on phone / tablet when at home. its android system using an app called finger cms. this I ok but cant rewind quickly when wtching the thieving bast##ds, is there a better app that lets you rewind / fast forward...
  8. S

    400 Watt Security Lights Problem

    Hi everyone, I wired a pair of 400 Watt security Lights (Master/Slave) to an existing, but not working, single 400 Watt security light connection last weekend and everything worked fine when testing and setting up. However, the property owner has just told me that when they get home from work...
  9. P

    PIR switches in cheap B&Q security lights

    Hi, i've got an external security light (500w hallogen lamp) that comes on when the passive infra-red detects someone is there. i wanna boost the coverage a bit with a second (or even third) light. i'm thinking of wiring them up so that when one light comes on they all come on. to do this i'll...
    • paulgault
    • Thread
    • cheap lighting lights pir security switch switches
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  10. 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...
  11. P

    PLP Fire & Security New Member

    Hello Forum members, I have just registered. About us PLP Fire are a specialist fire alarm company providing maintenance repair and installation of all types and makes of fire alarm equipment from conventional to addressable. We are also Notifier by Honeywell distributors so if anyone is...
    • PLPFIRE
    • Thread
    • alarm equipment fire fire & security member new new member please security
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum
  12. egg67

    Alarms

    How do I get access to the alarms, CCTV , and security systems forum
  13. egg67

    alarms,CCTv, and Security Systems

    How so I subscribe to the Alarms, CCTV and Security Systems forum
  14. bigspark17

    security light/camera

    Which brands have any of you guys fitted and how would you rate them,, had a couple of customers enquire about them following some thieves operating in area!
  15. 1

    Security Roller Shutter doors on 1300VA UPS

    Hello, I have been asked by a customer to provide a backup power supply for his roller shutter doors that protect his property. The motors that supply the shutter doors are a maximum 600W 230V AC (2.6A or 600VA) I have never been asked to provide a UPS for anything motor related. The need...
    • 1st Electro
    • Thread
    • arial doors power roller security shutter ups
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  16. P

    Security Systems Electrical Supply. Can i do it?

    Hello, Just looking for a bit of advice guys. I work for a Security company installing road blockers, automatic gates etc. I hold some electrical quals, C&G 2330 Levels 2&3, NVQ3 Electrical Installation and 17th Edition, which I studied for as my ressetlement from the Forces. I did work for a...
    • Phillio
    • Thread
    • electric electrical security supply systems
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  17. M

    Cctv / security alarms

    Hello all, i have just joined this site i am looking for some advice i am thinking of signing up for a cctv and security alarm installers course. But i would like to look in to the thoery side first and was wondering if anyone had any idea where i would obtain the theory information as i like...
  18. D

    Security light wiring

    Firstly hello all, Secondly i'm not a spark just after some DIY advice so go easy :wink_smile: I'm trying to wire in an outside light with PIR. inside the house i have this set-up - Switched FCU - - - -WALL - - - - PIR light (3core) (3core) I would like the...
    • dantheram
    • Thread
    • cores earth light security switch wiring
    • Replies: 36
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  19. L

    LED Security lights

    Hi can anyone recommend any good quality LED security lights that are reliable with good light output ? Also what LED lamps are you using at the moment ?
    • Lilyrose08
    • Thread
    • led lighting lights security
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  20. H

    Dip switch PIR security lights

    Fitted a few of these today. However no instructions at all what the dip switch's do. Manufacturer: Ansell Dip switch one was pretty simple shape of a sun and moon. So dark or like. Dip switch 2 was a arrow - no idea what that is. Dip switch 3 was -5" - no idea. Maybe no time to...
    • highspark
    • Thread
    • lighting lights pir security switch
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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