Just wondering what Electricians thoughts are on the many evolving qualifications, training and tickets that you must have for the multitude of industries out there?
I am a bit split on it but leaning to my more cynical side of it:
It seems there are constant "upgrades" and new qualifications...
Let's say I want to make a board to practice my testing on, what is the best way to go about it? Say, for example, I get a bit of plywood and stick a consumer unit on it, a few switches, lights, sockets, and various other things to mimic various setups, so I can cement the testing procedure -...
The RCD tripped out 6am yesterday, I'm still trying to get an electrician to come so looking for advice meantime on what I can do.
There is one main board then another in our extension which is fed of an MCB in the main board.
The house light circuits are fine and don't trip the RCD, there are 5...
Hi,
Looking to get some advice and or assistance possibly if required. I had an iboost unit fitted when my pv system was installed at Christmas but yet to use it we had other problems with our system which are now resolved - I am concerned that when I did swich it on the fused switched spur...
I've been having a clear out and I've various RCBO's that are surplus to requirements now.
They are as follows;
Crabtree Starbreaker, 2 x 16A type B 30mA, 2 x 6A type C 30mA.
Square D, 1 x 16A type B 30mA.
Schneider, 1 x 16A type B 30mA.
Hager, 5 x 6A type B 30mA, 3 x 16A type B 30mA, 2 x 20A...
I salvaged these from a job rather than skip them. Would need patching up, or suitable trunking arrangement to hide the various holes. Some have only one.
They're going in the bin if not taken!
Hi folks.
Is there anywhere you can recommend that does boiler wiring training or is a case of swatting up on the various diagrams and figuring it out for yourself?
I only have 3months post apprenticeship experience but would like to know about boiler wiring.
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I have a problem on a site that I have inherited.
The fault is that a 100A MCCB is tripping indeterminately.
The MCCB feeds a DB which has several cct’s none any higher than 32A and all cct’s are RCBO’s the RCBO’s are not tripping yet the MCCB is.
The MCCB has been changed recently...
I have brand new conventional C-Tec fire alarm panels for sale - 2 wire or 4 wire. I also have apollo / Alarmsense detection and other devices compatible with these panels.
If you are looking to buy a system we can work out a price for the stuff you need. Much cheaper than RRP
Any fire alarm...
We are clearing out a few items from our warehouse and have them at prices to clear. I won't post prices here but we have a spreadsheet of all items to send if anyone is interested.
Mods - if this post breaks rules apologies and feel free to delete.
Items include:
Schuco mounting system -...
So given recent hassles and the tax return showing zero profit and things not likely improving.
I've decided its time to try and sell some stuff while I look for work "on the books"
So for sale:
1) Various British General MCBS - £2.50 each ONO
2) Various Wylex BS3036 fuses and carriers (5, 15...
Hi, I am Nicholas, I repair computers from home for a low paying hobby and repair PC power supplies with the skill of replacing bulging capacitors. I will try other repairs using the same skill of desoldering and soldering, and I am living in a single flat here in Auckland NZ.
About 9 months...
Hello,
Can anyone help me on a few various questions I have please?;
1) when doing cont. test on ring circuit I do both side of double socket, how comes I get big differences in readings even though wired up exactly the same? Thought my tester was faulty but got it calibrated and even used 2nd...
Having a final clear out and have several items for sale,pick up only north west( cheshire/merseyside border.
2 clamp meters,fork ended and leakage as new £50 pair,large sds max drill breaker (makita) and load of bits/chisels £150
cat and genny £150 makita 3 function sds drill vgc £50...
Selling some Starbreaker RCBO's i no longer have any use for £12 each. The link below is to the listing on eBay.
Crabtree Starbreaker RCBO Type B Various Amp (6A,16A,32A,40A) NEW (61/B10630) | eBay
Afternoon.
Ive just finished testing a very large industrial installation, made up of 5 units, and have come across various problems whilst there, and even more whilst filling in the form on the computer.
I am 2330, 2392, 2391 and 17th update qualified so yes I know what Im talking about and...
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I am currently at Dudley College studying the 2357 electrotechnical apprenticeship and looking for a new work place. I'm 20 and in my second year so I have good experience and looking for work in the West Midlands as either an apprentice or mate. I currently do work but due to various...
Hi guys,
Having a garage clearance and have a fair bit of cable and other BMS related items to get rid of. To much to list fully but below are a few items off the top of my head.
100mtrs 4c 4mm SWA/LSF + 75mtrs approx. 4c 4mm SWA/LSF
2 x 100mtrs 4mm T/E 6242B
4 x 500mtrs 4c 0.75mm CY CABLE...
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