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    First thread from Newbie on SWA termination

    I am supplying my garage with power, using a 6mm SWA cable it is 18m from the main CU. I am digging a trench and following all 17th edition guidelines. I was originally going to come off of the main CU using a 32a RCBO off of the main switch into an rcd protected 2 way (6a and 20a) unit in the...
  2. M

    Be Aware:- Chint 3phase NXDB Termination Issue?

    All forum members should be aware of the potential termination issue with Chint 3 phase DBs and that there maybe still be effected stock at wholesalers (mine came from an internet retailer): Hi Dave, I recently fitted a couple of the new Chint NXDB 3ph distribution boards and while checking...
    • MarkieSparkie
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    • 3phase aware chint electricians' talk issue termination
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  3. M

    Counterfeit BS1362 fuse?

    Had to replace double socket outlet today on a circuit I installed last year. This had a four way extension lead plugged into it, and that was pretty much overloaded with fan heaters and a printing machine. Whilst my customer was near to the socket, the printer just stopped, no power. They...
    • Mark_Burgess
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    • attach counterfeit electricians' talk fuse leads socket termination
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Electrical Tools and Products
  4. B

    SWA cable termination

    Can the attachment of the gland and banjo happen at the appliance and not at the consumer unit ?
  5. K

    SWA termination

    Hi all, This is my first post, so here goes. I recently terminated SWA in an IP66 Wiska box with the CPC and Steel linked together at the terminal block within the junction box. As the steel is earthed, I can see no fault with this however this has been called into question and I am somewhat...
    • Ken77
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    • aus electricians' talk swa termination
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: Australia
  6. T

    data termination tools

    I've been looking everywhere on the net for crimpers that crimp ITT cannon rj45 modules, not the clear plugs, but what the clear plugs slot into. http://in.rsdelivers.com/product/itt-cannon/196004-0010/cat-5-panel-socket-fascia-shielded-panel/0839561.aspx#header Also, can anyone recommend me a...
  7. B

    RCBO's Can the excess wires from them be cut off??

    Hi, I was talking to another sparks that I know, and the conversation swayed onto leaving the wires from the RCBO's and not just cutting them off. The conversation was cut short though and the reasons were not made to me to leave them as is. And seeing another thread in the 'Electricians Arms'...
    • BillyTheSparks
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    • aus electricians' talk manufacturer off rcbo rcbo's termination these wires
    • Replies: 33
    • Forum: Australia
  8. D Skelton

    Two way and intermediate switching

    How do you guys do it? Referring to the two pictres below, what are the pro's and cons to the two different methods? I'm trying to settle a minor dispute with a friend :)
    • D Skelton
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    • attach aus cables connectors electricians' talk intermediate switch switching terminal termination two way
    • Replies: 33
    • Forum: Australia
  9. D

    SWA termination and colours

    I can't terminate steel wired armour into original DB as it will not incorparate the gland. Must it be glanded off at the DB or can it go straight into the board without gland? If so how can I earth the metal sheathing without a gland? Also 3 core colours are brown, black and grey where can...
    • DoBBY
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    • aus colours electricians' talk swa termination
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Australia
  10. S

    Cat 5/5e/6 installation and termination

    Hi, brand new to this forum, in the process of starting up my own business. Has anyone any experience with cat5 (low voltage) installation? Never done it before with previous company, would like to know more info about it or if someone could tell me where i can find info about it, such as...
  11. Amp David

    16mm Tri Rated termination in CU

    Looking at the following item to crimp onto the end of some 16mm tri rated cable to make the end sound for termination in the neutral bar. Uninsulated Blade Terminals - Uninsulated Crimp Terminals - Product List - Cablecraft - Cable Identification and Cabling Accessories Are they right for the...
  12. Q

    Consumer Unit termination problem.

    Hi, I’m trying to terminate three 2.5mm cables within one termination block, but no matter how tight I twist them I cannot terminate them within the same block. Can anyone suggest a method of terminating these cables within the block? CU has wire cartridges and was probably installed when...
    • qprfcmark
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    • aus consumer consumer unit electricians' talk problem termination unit
    • Replies: 21
    • Forum: Australia
  13. W

    shower fan/light extractor flue

    Shower fan/light extractor flue. Not having tall ladders or liking heights or the cold and having to fit outside cover to end of shower flue. I am wondering is there an alternative,:confused: some kind of kit that pushes through big hole in wall (from interior of building ) that i can then...
    • w crane
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    • aus building electricians' talk extractor fan/light quick shower termination these
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Australia
  14. A

    Termination of S W A into a plastic fuseboard

    Hi good people can anyone tell me the best way to terminate a 16mm swa into a plastic fuseboard or is it best to fit a metal one your views please many thanks
  15. D

    Sub meter termination

    I need to install a sub meter for an office and the supply cable is going to be a swa. The thing i need to know is what is the best way to connect the swa to the meter?
    • dma.electrical
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    • aus electricians' talk meter termination
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Australia
  16. P

    SY Termination

    How many jobs do you see where SY hasn't been terminated correctly with the correct gland kits and the braiding left un-earthed, seem to be seeing it alot lately.
  17. K

    SWA Gland (correct termination of)

    Topic of much debate... Is there reasons to fit the earth tag on the inside of the metal enclosure? The one about preventing corrosion does not wash with me as the enclosure is not IP68 rated thus cannot protect from corrosion inside. I have always been taught to fit brass tag on the outside...
    • Keef
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    • aus electricians' talk gland swa termination
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Australia
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