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  1. M-B-Electrical-Services

    RCD protection for a temporary 16A commando socket outlet

    Hi all, Just a quick one regarding the need for RCD protection for socket outlets rated up to and including 32A. I have been tasked to install temporary power in the form of a single 16A commando socket outlet for the purpose of feeding a boiler to maintain heating in a building owned by the...
  2. S

    UK 1st Fix Install need to install temporary socket

    Hi I have a 1st fix domestic install on the go and need to leave a socket for other trades to use after me. There is no main bonding at the minute as main water & Gas pipes are being removed and repositioned elsewhere in house I understand that I have to certify the socket and will install the...
  3. Solar Flare

    Can insulated copper wire handle temporary submersion?

    I had a 500' spool of insulated copper wire get submerged in a foot of still, fresh water for 48 hours (warehouse flood). Is it waterproof? Usable? Proper way to test it?
  4. R

    What to do with a temporary excess of 10mm twin and earth in the loft

    The ongoing kitchen refit..... I have chased and fitted 10mm T&E from the cooker outlet to the isolator switch and up into the loft. I have 4 metres of T&E in the loft temporary connected to the original 6mm cooker circuit via a 40amp junction box screwed into the rafter, the 6mm then goes into...
  5. newfutile

    Temporary supply TT earthing

    I have added a consumer unit and an earth stake to this so called temporary supply. This is a full rcbo board apart from the mcb to the spd. Would this need a upfront 300 ma or time delay rcd? As its a metal case I have a proper tails gland Ze=15.25 ohms with a earth fault current of almost 16...
  6. Timc101

    Temporary wiring/electrics system not behind walls for a year-is this doable?

    Hi there, Just about to move into a house with 2 small kids and the wiring/electrics haven't been updated in years (hard to know as it's probate). Looks like some work has been done about 20 years ago and there's a mix of VERY old sockets/electrics (on skirting boards) with some newer ones circa...
  7. J

    temporary refrigerated container

    I have a 3phase disconnect within sight of a temporary food storage container. I am supplying the unit with a 4wire cord. Do I need to add a disconnect switch on the unit?
  8. V

    BS7909: course/test question

    Hi, this is my first post here. I've been working on film and TV shows in the lighting department for years, and I'm thinking of taking the BS7907 course. I'd like to ask about the assessment at the end. Although I know how to light and I work with lighting on set, I'm worried that I might fail...
  9. T

    Temporary Hybrid/Lollipop Circuit

    I'm in the process of renovating a house. As I go through room by room I am removing old plaster and as the cables are exposed at this point I figured I may as well get the wiring updated as I go. The ring main (~6 sockets) is currently fed from 2.5mm T+ E. Eventually I would like to have the...
  10. timhoward

    USA Linesman video - temporary supply

    As I'm getting rather bored of watching UK electricians on youtube, I've been watching our friends over the pond. This was rather an interesting watch on a number of levels, he goes to connect up a temp supply and finds it dead. I can't get over how he keeps prodding the live terminals with...
  11. Rockingit

    Electrician Jobs Temporary Events sparks

    Anyone here who works in the events sector, knows of BS7909 and is halfway competent…… DM me! Work may await you. Experienced and intermediates, understand how to install and commission generators, the plug n play power chain and be able to work with people to get the job done rather than...
  12. Cajun_Country

    Temporary power pole question

    I am trying to set up a temp power pole for new construction home. I have everything pretty much laid out, but started questioning the connection from the meter to the load center. I have a 125 amp meter socket and a 70 amp square d main lug load center with 20amp breaker to power gfci...
  13. T

    Best options for more temporary power sockets for office?

    I'm in need or around 20-30 power sockets for small electrical devices, less than 1amp each. At the moment I have a bunch of extension leads all running to the same 2 or 3 plug sockets, is this safe or should this be avoided? I have seen this cabinet type set up, which has 10 sockets inside...
  14. E

    Temporary circuit - max amps to faceplate?

    I have set up a sub main supply to my shed as follows: 32A MCB on main fuse board 6mm T&E Sub-mains board (B&G with RCD (40A 30mA)) 32A MCB 4mm T&E @ 3m Terminating at X2 double sockets I have been told the sockets could melt as they will only be rated for 13A plugs, not a 32A radial in 4mm...
  15. A

    Temporary lights out after rainstorm

    There was a heavy rainstorm yesterday. Afterwards, the lights in two rooms were out (GU10s in the ceiling) though the other power in the rooms was fine. No tripped fuses. This morning they are working again. Any ideas of the cause please, and whether something needs attending to?
  16. A

    32amp socket connection for temporary cabin

    Can anybody help please.....I need to connect a cabin electrics to the house, appreciate normally long term this would be via fuse board direct, however I just wish to connect to the house using 13amp plug. The minimum draw from the cabin is 20amps, if I used a split socket 32amp to twin 13amp...
  17. L

    Can I safely remove 2nd set (3 wires) from my temporary power when l pull down the shut off switch?

    Can l safely remove 2nd set (3 wires) from my temporary power box when l pull down the shut off switch
  18. M

    Temporary Supply to takeaway - Emergency

    Hi I have been asked to help with a temporary supply to a takeaway shop that has no electric meter. I am thinking of Hiring a 10KVa generator to provide the supply but have never dealt with a job like this before. Would love some opinions and guidance right now, would be much appreciated...
  19. 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...
  20. happysteve

    Restoring circuits after temporary "distress change"

    Am currently pondering the following situation: - Single phase PVC board, domestic, in an area where TN-C-S is the norm (underground supply etc). - Most circuits protected by 30mA RCD, except lights (B6 60898 MCBs). - Pre-checks before simple job (on garage circuit) reveal no earthing...
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