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  1. J

    Not enough space for wires?

    Hi, I've run into an issue while trying to fit a 3-hole ceiling plate (specifically this one: Satin Black 3 Hole Ceiling Plate - 12cm | WT Lighting - https://wtlighting.co.uk/accessories/satin-black-3-hole-ceiling-plate-12cm/). I'm having trouble getting the wires tidy and secure inside the...
  2. P

    No space on CU for Wall Charger connection

    I want a wall charger installed but there is no space on the CU. Attached are photos of the CU, Fuse, etc cupboard and panned out view of the cupboards. I have solar panels so would also want solar integrated into the solution. All cables go up into the roof space (bungalow). Thanks for your help.
  3. A

    Some strange substance coming out of space heater

    Hi. I know this probably isn't the most fitting platform to post this question, but I was racking my brain where I could get an answer to my issue, and this forum is what I came up with. I have a small bathroom Lasko space heater (1500w). I bought it around 3 years ago and my wife and I use it...
  4. C

    Junction boxes in roof space

    Hi all, with majority of new builds adopting loop at the switch for residential lighting circuits these days, am wondering if any one still bothers with junction boxes in the roof space these days?
    • colesbob77
    • Thread
    • ausie elec boxes junction roof space
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Australia
  5. B

    No space in back box for dimmer modules

    I'm trying to fit dimmer switches but there there isn't enough space in the back boxes. I have replaced some of the boxes with deeper units and cut down wires but there still isn't enough space. Any ideas?
  6. S

    Panel out of space (need to add tandem breakers)

    I am looking to install a dedicated breaker (20 amp) for a mini-split AC. My panel is full but I was thinking to install a tandem breaker and free up one slot but I wanted to make sure that me adding another breaker with be within the code. 1) My main breaker is 100 amp, however, the panel...
  7. R

    Solar Panels How many panels on this space?

    So I've looked at the dimensions of certain panels and they vary depending on cells but whenever I speak to a company about how many panels I can fit on my roof they always reduce it down to the point where I'm wondering is there some sort of rule about how close to the edge of your roof or...
  8. E

    Rotary Isolator with enough space

    Hi i have a hot tub job coming up and will need a rotary isolator. I need to bring two 6mm swa's (single phase) into its base and will use pirahhna earth nuts. I know these isolators dont have much room inside em, the larger 63a units (at least the ones I can find) have 25mm knockouts so no...
  9. R

    85V on neutral after space heater on circuit...?

    I'm not at all a certified electrician, but I have a strong self taught background in electricity and electronics. We moved into a new home this year, and Austin got cold this week. I put a space heater in my room for the first time, and after an hour or so it flipped the breaker. Or so I...
    • rrschw
    • Thread
    • after circuit common heater neutral space
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  10. L

    Electrician Jobs Charity looking for some electrical work in London for Community Space

    Hello, we are a small charity currently working on opening a community arts space near the Monument in the City of London. We have a really tiny budget and need some basic electrical work done in the space. Are there any electricians looking for experience or organisations who offer a pro bono/...
  11. N

    Consumer unit space

    Hi, We moved into a new build last year and want to add a couple of extra circuits but the consumer unit has no space and all the circuits are used. Is there any requirement for there to be space in the consumer unit and should i ask the housebuilder (Redrow) to resolve or pay myself for a new...
  12. timhoward

    Space around consumer unit

    Quick q please. I'm not seeing anything in OSG or BBB about hard and fast requirements of spacing around consumer unit. Am I missing anything? I have a potentially cosy one with 5 cm either side, meter one one side, wall on other. Plenty of space above and below. This wouldn't prevent...
  13. cgfw201

    Best GU10 Bulbs for this space

    We've got an electrician coming to fit some lights in a 8m x 5m converted barn next week. We've got 6x 3 bulb spotlight bars to install, 3 down each side, equally spaced. There's beams 1/3 and 2/3 of the way across so basically each sixth of the space will have one spotlight bar above it. I...
  14. I

    No enough space in the meter box

    Hi All, I'm looking for some advice. I have started wiring up an extension which consist of cooking circuits, 2 ring and 2 light circuits. I will be installing 16mm SWA as a supply from existing meter box to the new consumer unit. Its about 7-8 meters run. There isn't much space in the meter...
  15. D

    Can a 50a MCB be fitted into that space ?

  16. A

    Freeing up space in consumer unit

    Hi guys Hoping you guys could help. I have an 8 way RCBO board with all breakers used for dedicated circuits. Ideally I would like to run a dedicated circuit to a new combi boiler I've had fitted rather than it be plugged into the ring main to prevent nuisance trips etc however as mentioned...
  17. S

    cost effective options to heat a small temporary space.

    Hello I hope everyone and their families are ok at this time. During my own self-build (mostly diy) I have to build a small living space (in a garage) two-story for myself and my family of 5 for 1- 2 years before I finish the full-size house. it is temporary but will be approx 30sqm meters...
  18. D

    Looking for a replacement electrical panel cover 12 space its driving me batty

    I have a small condo and the panel cover broke off the load center/box (i think thats what you call it) It looks like this one...
  19. B

    Turning on space heater gives numb head and sluggish thinking

    Hi how do i covertly protect myself from like electrical discharge? Whenever my coworker turns on her personal space heater the back of my head goes numb and its hard to think any thoughts / work. I already got a shock from something at the office and told about that and dont want to get fired...
  20. Lister1987

    Test Rig ; Best use of space?

    I've got a 4ft X 2ft (1220 X 610mm) board for my test rig, I've got the following to add to it: Service Head (TNCS) 100A DP Isolator Single pole Henley (picked up the wrong one) BG 10way board Copious sockets, back boxes and ceiling roses Cooker switch point Fan isolator Shower Isolator I'm...
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