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  1. L

    Anyone used these funky sockets ?

    22 System -...
  2. J

    What equation can be used here to find the value of the capacitor?

    Hi all, I'm struggling with these questions for this circuit as the equations I have in order to work out impedance etc all seem to need the value of the capacitor so I'm at a loss now and was wondering if there was a way to work out the capacitor value or if there was another equation I could...
  3. littlespark

    FP200 used externally

    I've had a search, and found an old thread from 2016... but was wondering about modern views on this situation. I've come into possession of several meters of white fp200, 2.5mm which i was thinking of using to extend an external socket (off a 13A fused spur), down the fence to my shed. Then...
  4. B

    What are the wires that go thru the outside box used for?

    I have 2 wires going thru outlet box outside and need to replace with a round 4". What are they for and can I cut them? The house previously had security wiring throughout. Thank you.
  5. M

    How to calculate the current used by a BLDC motor under load?

    I'm working on a robotics project and currently we are designing a battery. This battery is dedicated to the motor driver and two BLDC motors. I want to know how much current the battery will draw if we drive the robot at a certain speed. More specifically, how to calculate the speed of a BLDC...
  6. M

    PAT - Selling Used Goods - Authoritative Body?

    Hi all! I am looking to sell some used electrical items (eBay), and am considering (unlike the vast majority of eBay business sellers) testing them for electrical safety prior to sale. The items will be a mix of class 1, 2 and 3. Having carried out some preliminary research, I have rapidly...
  7. W

    What are the terminals nc and no used for on my transfer switch.

    My auto switch (Briidea HGAS-01) has NC and NO terminals on both the shore and gen side of switch. I know what nc and no is symbols for (normally open and closed) . Instructions are very limited. Just shows schematics, but no indication of what the no and NC are for. I would like to have the...
  8. ekubec

    TC-ER-JP, cable used for minisplit system -- should it be in conduit outside ?

    Hi, folks.' I have a carrier 38MGRQ48E '5 zone' mini split system with 4 'heads'/evaporators installed, and one 'channel' still open. Had it installed about 6 years ago. At the time the tech said "You really should install the fifth one in your bedroom." I didn't listen to him and now i...
  9. W

    Used Dishwasher Cleaning Issue

    I've just purchased a second user dishwasher as it was barely used. The unit is in perfect condition however the salt chamber when opened there was some thick white bits coming out collected chunks of scum and other bits. I've run a hottest setting cycle and will run a few more I've tried to...
  10. S

    Extra wiring leftover from Europe - can it be used in North America?

    Wired my home in Europe (obviously 220v there). My assumption is wires are wires and as long as the AMPs are covered, it can be used in north america. I have a cottage I want to update some old wiring there, and am considering bringing over the leftovers as it's much cheaper here. Anyone know of...
  11. W

    What type of circuit breaker would be used for a three phase circuit?

    Hi , Currently doing a design project in college and I need to pick a circuit breaker ( In device rating and type) for a food holding equipment unit that requires a 16A 400V three phase and neutral supply that is supplied by 5 core SWA. I think I should pick a 16A 3P+N RCBO but wasn't completely...
  12. B

    Short 0.75mm flex cable used as fixed for one led light, 1 90 bend, 1 m long

    1 out of 3 electricians told that 0.75 has to be replaced : Short 0.75mm flex cable used as fixed for one led light, 1 90 bend, 1 m long. Sorry reposting in DIY section, because I’m being moderated in pro section. Only posting there because I don’t get many replies in here. Regular CU with 2...
  13. D

    Can a wireless switch be used to control flow to an isolator switch?

    Hi there, (noob DIYer here!) Recently moved in and I have an inline extractor fan in my bathroom, which goes up into a crawl space in the loft then out the back of the house. For some reason, whoever installed the isolator thought it would be a good idea to have the isolator switch up in the...
  14. M

    Demista pads powered by a 24v SELV transformer, with cabinet hinge used as a conductor

    I'm working on a site in the UK where a joinery company will be installing bespoke vanity cabinets. The cabinets will have MDF/mirrored doors with a demista (heated pad) laminated between the mirror and the MDF door. The Demista is powered by a 24v SELV transformer, located behind a small panel...
  15. RF Solutions Ltd

    Case Study: A common UK Light Switch used to Remote Control Outdoor Lighting

    Checkout the latest case study from RF Solutions: The SWITCHLINK is an RF wireless switching system ideal for outdoor lighting remote control. The system uses a battery-powered wall gang switch and a 230Vac MAINS receiver and has a range of up to 200 metres. The MAINSSWITCH, a similar system...
  16. M

    Is is possible to connect a used Lithium Ion Battery from a Two Seater Smart car to an inverter?

    The idea of having electrical power from 240volt AC sockets in a sectional building not on the national grid is becoming popular among those who want to live in a tiny house. Is it possible to connect somehow a used lithium ion battery from a Two seater Smart Car to an inverter? Then to connect...
  17. J

    Concentric 2 core cable used after meter and main iso

    Completed EICR on flat within block building, Suppliers set up is as follows Within switch room Service head Meter Main iso 2 core concentric cable up to flat 10 meters away Secondary service head TN-CS Consumers DB Im not really sure where the suppliers/ consumers wiring starts/ends with...
  18. Tmcdiscord

    How to make sure the wire I used for my smart switch is neutral?

    I'm new to this forum, I live in Saudi Arabia. I just installed a smart light switch that requires a neutral line, as in this picture : when I opened the switch light outlet I found a black wire capped inside and not used, I used a voltage detector on the black wire and there was no voltage...
  19. Shaun-

    Metal Supply Cupboard Used As MET

    Hi, first time poster, long time lurker. Guess I'll have to start getting involved... Just looking for some advice really on something I haven't come across before (I don't usually work on farms). So I'm working on an installation that is TN-C-S (PME too) and I'm putting in a new TT sub-main...
  20. C

    Trying to add a light fixture to a box that used to have a ceiling fan

    Here is a picture of the ceiling box In the kitchen we have recessed spotlights and there used to be a ceiling fan, and there is only 1 switch with a dimmer. We removed the fan and wanted to add a Bazz disk to sort of fit in with the spots. I opened it up, connected it in every possible...

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