So I'm getting various responses to this depending on how things are interpreted.
Here's a scenario:
Assume property is a tenanted property.
Assume cables are run buried in walls/under plaster (depth unknown).
Which of these circuits merit a C2 if they are not RCD protected.
1. Lights
2...
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I got my place recently renovated with a cove light installed in my living room. The issue is that my contractor engaged with an electrician who didn't seem to know too much and got a bad result, so I'm looking at re-wiring by myself.
The cove is roughly 3 x 3.7m. I have 2 x 80W 12V...
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Trying to clear my garage/shed etc. I have brand new Eaton switchgear, few drums of 4mm 2core FP, Boxed Schneider RCBO's etc.. I will update once I start moving some bulky bits.
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Does anyone have a link to various time current curves relevant to UK MCBs and MCCBs in the 16-1,200 amp range? Specifically, how many times the handle rating does it take for each to trip at 10, 5 and 1 second.
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If you know someone or have the quality we are looking for, kindly PM/DM me for more details. FYI, the work is on a casual basis, willing to relocate to Perth, and can work immediately.
Installing panel board,swa’s from 70mm to 16mm,all sub mains,using extension cableways,but struggling to terminate in the top areas,anyone know a better way,than steel trunking across the top of board.
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Sorry the title's so vague...
We'll be having some work carried out on the house electrics soon. We've got an electrician doing most of the work, although I might do some of the bits that I am allowed to. But I am also doing a lot of the planning of the work to be done by the...
So I just got let go from my job last week as operations manager was in the role for 6 months, previously I was a transport supervisor at different company for 1 year pay averaging at 25k lot of responsibilities zero recognition.
Now at 33 it’s kinda of daunting being out of work. Yes I’m...
Having served my time, worked in both domestic and industrial, DNO networks and finally finishing off in metering before retirement I have several items of test equipment which may be useful to someone entering the trade.
Megger 1710 MFT
Fluke Phase Rotation Tester 9040
Fluke 117 True RMS DMM...
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I have closed my business down and now have some kit for sale. All of this kit is in good condition in good working order, to be honest. I have listed the price you can buy them for new online, just as a reference point.
Fluke 360 Earth leakage Clamp Meter = £375
RRP: £489. Comes in...
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I hope you can help. We are a Principal Contractor working in the commercial re-fit and shopfitting industries. We are a small concern that have recently found ourselves picking up some nice fitouts throughout the country and the electrician we have been using are unable to cope with...
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My name is Martin, I started electrical installations at the tender age of 14 helping my brother (dockyard electrician) where I caught the bug,since this I've held various electrical positions in various establishments and attained my certs going to college (day Release)
I'm now 50 ( it...
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I've got a new cooker coming next week and was considering wiring it in myself. It will be replacing our existing similar(ish) cooker and is going in the same spot as the old one. But it turns out I might have to get in an electrician to do some checks (see my other post today!) and so I...
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I had a new consumer unit fitted 3 - 4 years ago. I was never told that I had to periodically test the RCDs by pressing the T buttons. Still, you live and learn!
Anyhow, it is a split unit. The left side tripped when I hit the button. But the right side didn't. Did a bit of reading but...
Hi, I'm brand new to the forum, so please go easy on me! :-)
I'm building a large extension, which includes a new en-suite bathroom. I appreciate that the work has to be done by a suitably qualified electrician, and is obviously subject to building control sign off. That said, I have been...
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I have recently done a few courses, funding by the training allowance when i left the forces, mainly so i can do the odd non-notifiable job within the house and for family but principally within the house i am renovating and to keep the mind ticking over. It seemed a waste to not use...
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