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  1. R

    how do i test a rcd thats not in the db

    i have a rcd fitted in the trunking in an office but at the db i have a mcb i have tried to do a R1+ R2 test but as my mft uses 200ma it trips the rcd any advice would be greatfull
  2. robertl

    Single phase power all thats avaiable for new workshop build

    Hello Everyone, new to the forum and looking for some advice on a new workshop, i'll explain. I am planning on building a metal / woodworking workshop (mainly aluminium and stainless steel) for boat work, refurbishment and boat building. I am a marine engineer to trade and i am planning on...
  3. buzzlightyear

    wow , thats a good vehicle to be in

    after seeing the duke being in that smash ,you would think he would stick to the horse and cart job like Steptoe and son ,I know he at the age you need to retire from driving at 100 year old ,but god bless him . could you imagined the face of the protection officer explaining to the queen. the...
  4. T

    To go central lighting or nnot - thats the question?

    Hi everyone - firstly a happy, and hopefully prosperous new year to all. I thought I would start the year on a thread that that’s been around before but usually leads to more questions than answers - central (and maybe in future) smart lighting. I have a new build to rewire which is a big...
  5. littlespark

    "Electricity - Thats witchcraft!"

    I like little jobs like this. Old school friend texts me, "could you fit a couple of metal switches for me please" He's quite handy with DIY, and old cars, but says himself he's no electrician. "Its witchcraft!" Good to see a do-it-yourself-er NOT attempting electrical work when they're not...
  6. E

    so thats my logbook handed in

    im going to be one of you big boys, just awaiting my FICA date, one thing im wondering though is will i need to instantly go to a refresher course for the 18th edition coming out?
  7. haptism

    BS 1361 50A ZS

    Anyone know the ZS for an 1361 or BS 88-3 50A fuse. All the tables I find have n/a. I phoned the maker and was told there are no listed ZS' for a 50A and to take the difference between the next closest sizes (45A & 60), surley thats not proportional ?
  8. G

    Isolate Light to find Live Plug

    I Went to isolate light & found this. This has been rectified. What further action would you take?
  9. Pat H

    Best tester for new electrician

    Just finishing training and about to take exams. Have years of experience but formalising for part P. So whats the best low cost starting out it. I'd love a megger 1720 but can't stretch to that. So what do people suggest?
  10. Hellmooth

    NICEIC Certification Scheme Sold my soul to the Niceic

    As the title suggests, I have started the process of registering with the NIC, £540 worse off so far, let the fun begin!
  11. shanky887614

    Thats not a knife

    got my am2 next month and your not allowed stanley knifes? what fixed knife do you guys use? i have tried a haupa from the wholesalers and there terrible
  12. HappyHippyDad

    Is this work notifiable?

    Morning.... I usually have a very clear idea over what is notifiable and what is not, but I'm not sure with this one! If a consumer unit is fed from the main consumer unit, is the change of just the 2nd CU notifiable? I realise the 'new' part P states 'change of consumer unit' as notifiable...
  13. camerabloke

    Bet thats a good Ra

    (MUST WATCH)HOW TO INSTALL ELECTRIC EARTHING/GROUND ROD TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AT YOUR HOME - YouTube
  14. M

    Hooray, Thats it--------

    ------Beer in hand and no more work for a good week, crack on, Merry Christmas to all the Members here
  15. B

    Eicr

    Been to do EICR for a letting agent tonight which i do a few for, turns up and the owner has had the painters in.. Well I explain the test and code 1's are serious faults like live cables Etc.. You mean like this as she pulls the kitchen draw out.. The kitchen ring main cut to power a light in...
  16. E

    Do i charge labour for replacing a fualty item thats gone within 1 year.

    I fitted a triton handwash within the last year. i supplied the handwash. The customer has called and said its not heating the water. I know the handwash is within guarantee but would you charge labour for replacing it. What is normally done in this situation.
  17. D

    main switch

    is it ok to use a rcd as a main switch
  18. B

    Does anyone know of a cable identification guide?

    Just wondered if there is a guide out there to identify csa of cable by visual inspection? I have read about confusion re tails eg 16mm or 25mm. or twin and earth etc?
  19. E

    Is it worth Taking on more work and expanding business in these hard times

    Evening all, As the title suggests, is it worth taking on extra work and trying to expand or is better to play safe? ? At the moment I don't have the worry of competing with others as I only have myself to worry about and don't have to come up with wages at the end of every week. What are...
  20. TheSilverSpider

    Chelmsford CITY??- then WHY no training centres here!!!

    O great, Chelmsford has got it's CITY-status in 2012, but there are no Electrical / Electricians training centres in the whole of this big town - sorry CITY. I've searched, but can only find the closest being HARLOW where there are two on the same industrial estate - funny that is. 45mins on...

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