Hi guys, I sat a mock exam last week for the written 614 Inspection & testing (C&G L3). All was ok, but there was a question to state the minimum IP code for the front cover of a socket outlet. I'm not sure if this is something obvious or a trick question, but I can't find anything in the...
I'm trying to install a 3 pin socket, high above a door, for an Echo Dot the idea is so it doesn't 1. Get in the way; 2. Take up a an existing socket.
I've got a pull string light switch right next to where I want to install it and, because the draw isn't going to be too much from the light...
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I want to add another socket in the through lounge. I currently have two sockets (one in each room) and want to add a third but not sure how to.
Lifting the floor boards revealed a 3 way junction box from CU to two sockets. Is it ok to wire from an existing socket to the new...
Hi guys, times just out so still finding my feet a bit! Friend is wanting a socket installed behind her tv. Plasterboard wall..sockets on that wall but no underneath tv. Is the best method if spurring off one of they sockets, cut a hole in the wall to drill though joist?? Then patch hole in...
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Working on an industrial radial lighting circuit, 6 son high bay fittings each connected from a conduit box via a short length of flex from the main circuit (terminal strip inside conduit box).
Problem they are getting is whenever a fitting goes faulty it takes the entire circuit out. Ideal...
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Just thought of something regarding testing the 16a socket outlet. When testing R1+R2, would you do the same process for the motor circuit? So test at the top of isolator for L1 to E, then use the socket adapter to test the singles L1 to E and add the two results together? Then the same...
Just wondering if anyone had seen this article.
Pin-free Mi Plug project reimagines power outlets for the 21st century - https://www.dezeen.com/2018/10/07/pin-free-mi-plug-wireless-technology-design/amp/
And what thoughts people had on them.
I thought it was a clever idea and am surprised no...
My biggest surprise on holiday in Amsterdam was not the front room negotiable affection, but the socket outlet in B&B kitchen which had both flat pin 110v and round pin 220v in the same SSO! I can only imagine Line 1 to Neutral (110v) and Line 1 to Line 2 (220v) in a four core supply?
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as the picture attached you can see the location of the hob and the metal socket to the right, now the gas fitter has gone to commission the gas and has said he can't do it as the socket is within 150mm of the hob
now looking at the picture , i agree that it looks a little close and...
Hi Mate, Any one of you can explaine, why when I installed new socket(BG Integrated RCD protected), it works with car charger and not working with lawn mover. Some other issue is that when car charger not working when connected with extension but it works good with lawn mover.
Thanks
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I reside in Northampton, my Sister in law resides in Bath, some 120 odd miles away, anyway She wanted an extra socket in her hall way below the CU.
I had a look at some local Contractors who would be able to help, simple job you would think, anyway She contacted this local bloke , he turned up...
I have been training part time as an electrician now for almost 2 years. I am considering re-wiring my kitchen and getting the work verified under a self certification scheme, not sure which company to use yet! I have been delving through the regs and am quite confident to under take the work...
Hi I've tried to search on google to find out how to connect a grid type coax tv cable. Never done one before although plenty of standard TV outlet plates. I thought it would be straight forward like I've done before. At the back 2 x small screws removed to gain access by lifting lid.
I can see...
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Ok so I was just measuring how much voltage was there at a socket in my loft, and it said 960v...
So this is a little odd, I check it again and then get another meter to check, sure enough, it says 960v.
At first I am thinking its coming close to the 1000v limit on my VDE tools, then I...
I carry out PATs of all types of electrical equipment. I was recently asked as to whether I would fail a 110v extension lead ,splitter box or transformer because the spring cover on the socket outlet was eirher missing or broken. when investigating it seems to be a bit of a grey area with...
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