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  1. Dan

    It's been a while since I asked....

    .... how the hell are you? lol I've been on the forums day and night for about 8 weeks now. But haven't asked how you guys are much, if at all. So let's do it in one foul swoop. :D HOW THE HELL ARE YOU GUYS AND GALS?
  2. N

    Siemens RCCB trips even while inductive motor is off

    Good day everyone This is my first thread here, and I'm writing because I have a problem which I'm not sure how to solve. Since its company money, I just want to make sure that the conclusion to the problem is correct. We have an autoclave that works at 121 celsius to sterilize with steam. Its...
  3. C

    Finally signed up after a while of browsing.

    Hi all, always browse the forums but never signed up. Seen a thread I couldn’t access so decided I should probably register as been frequenting for a good while now. Chris.
  4. Dan

    May find a bit of forum lag while I'm updating things

    I'm updating a few things, including the anti-spam systems which clearly weren't working. I had changed the settings a few times over the last few weeks but it seems they're humans physically filling out the registration forms and then using bots to post. So I've completely changed the spam...
  5. HVManiac

    How much current is drawn by an 18,600 BTU A/C compressor while running at atmospheric pressure

    Hi folks, I recently got a 26 year old hermetic A/C compressor. I plan to use this as a vacuum pump mostly for some of my hobby projects after adding an air filter and a moisture removal setup to it. The specs on the label on the A/C said that it power draw is 2450 Watts, 11.5Amps. Does it...
  6. I

    Socket live all the while

    Hi can someone shed some light on the above ? swapped out a single gang wall socket ( working perfect ) for single gang with usb, simple job wire up like for like. however the flick switch on the new usb socket which was working perfect for two days does now not cut the power and the socket is...
  7. A

    Newbie been out the trade for a while

    Hi chaps Just after a bit of guidance if possible I'm 37 been out the electrical trade 7 years now but looking on getting bk on site and further my qualifications (8years experience mix of domestic and commercial) I have city and guilds 2361 parts 1 and 2 . 17th edition but think that's...
  8. T

    Laptop charges off 12v battery/inverter when full, stops after a while

    Hey so I have a 300W inverter and a 24ah 12v battery. This works to run and charge my laptop for a couple of hours, however after a while the laptop stops charging but I can still charge my phone off the USB that the inverter comes with. Can someone explain why this might happen, does the...
    • tara1234
    • Thread
    • 12v after charges laptop while
    • Replies: 19
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  9. N

    Going self employed while still paye

    hi guys Just a bit of quick advise needed as I can't seem to find the answer to this online. I am currently working paye for my employer although I am planning on setting up my own company very soon. I have been doing my own work at evenings and weekends and I am starting to get more of this...
    • Nightfox122
    • Thread
    • employed going self self employed still while
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Business Related
  10. K

    Finally joined after being a lurker for a while!

    Been lurking for a while now! Thought I'd join as there's some great info on here, also got my approved electrician test next week on the scottish side so any advice on that would of be great!
  11. S

    Best mess I've seen for a while!

  12. B

    Newbie, been a lurker for a while years ago

    Hi all, I have been in the trade 20+years, now off the tools Project managing, surveying and pricing, not the cushy number i thought but it pays the bills still.
  13. D

    New to the site, from Northern Ireland

    Hi I'm Dave and like the title says I'm new to the site :) I currently hold EAL NVQ level 3 , C&G 2394/2395 and 17th edition. Also been thinking about going out on my own when I return from my holidays in a few weeks time, likely doing domestic work. But just thought I'd introduce myself and...
    • DivingDave
    • Thread
    • holiday ireland new northern ireland roi site plan welcome while
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Ireland
  14. Pete999

    Pete's Videos Not as good as DelBoy

  15. Edtwozeronine

    PAT testers being phased out?

    This is a good one for the rumour mill. A friend at college said he went to a specialist shop and while he was there buying something else he enquired about the cost of a PAT testing machine. The bloke behind the counter said "I'm not sure it'll be worth your while getting one mate, once our...
  16. J

    Introduction

    Hi everybody, Been on this forum a while and about time I was introducing myself - had a reminder from Dan a while back also. I have started a small family run business primarily focusing on electrical inspection and test with associated remedial work. I have learnt quite a bit more since...
  17. polo1

    Wet pants catastrophe

    Ok, so I've been asked to check a possibly faulty lower immersion element. Sure enough, it's gubbed. Fortunately I had a spare the correct size in the van. Drain down a massive cylinder, but can't get the element shifted. Not insured for hot works, so ask the letting agents to organise a...
  18. S

    A sad tale

    He grabbed me around my slender neck; I could not call or scream. He dragged me to his dingy room, Where we could not be seen. He tore away my flimsy wrap, And took upon my form. I was so cold, damp and scared, While he was hot and warm. His fervent lips he pressed to mine, I gave...
  19. W

    Overdue introduction

    Hi Dan thanks for the use of your site, haven't been on here in a while though. I am a qualified spark however been working for local authority for a while so been off the circuit, did you see what I did there Anyway Will I Am nice to meet you all
    • will i am
    • Thread
    • introduction welcome while
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum
  20. B

    Rocket Explodes While Being Tested At Cape Canaveral

    A spaceX rocket due to be launched saturday with a satalight as a payload has exploded today whilst being test fired . The spaceX rocket are trying to create a reusable rocket with trips for paying passengers into space. see SpaceX rocket explodes at Cape Canaveral ahead of launch - BBC News
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