Why would a LAP Voltage Detector be showing live current in this situation?

[berks1234]

Hi,

I purchased a LAP non-contact voltage detector to check my sockets.

One of them is cracked and needs replacing. So I went to the Consumer unit and isolated the all of my circuits.

Then I went back to the broken socket and tested it again.

Everything appeared to be fine, and I removed the socket from the wall. But something told me to test it again. It was at that point the detector flashed and turned red.

I couldn't understand why. I tested it on another socket and the same thing happened again. This only happens if I put the probe into the live pin, or touch the live terminal.

It's not a continuous alarm, but it is still worrying. So I have left it until someone can help to explain what is going on.

 

[DuaneMHunt1976]

Get a voltage detector like the like and a lock off and do it by the book, also test the sockets you work ok as some wirers seems to get crossed over.
Volt meter and problems in to a.socket as.they are a banana connection.

 

[berks1234]

I use one of those volt pens purchased from my local wholesaler, it`s useful when checking switches ordination,
however it can pick up readings from roof insulation nylon carpets
stocking and suspendesr ( yes honest)
and recently it detected a copper pipe was live in the attic, turned out to be induction from its proximity to cables, although to be fair it was not yet bonded as we were using a temporary supply

I'm a bit concerned about where you pen has been?

Stockings and suspenders :whatchutalkingabout lol

 

[berks1234]

An approved voltage indicator plus a proving unit is what you require, there is no compromise when isolating a LV system " not a basic voltmeter"

https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=s...t=firefox-b&gfe_rd=cr&ei=A8dKV8eLINfBaIySv8gG

Hi, we shown a testing, and proving unit as part of our course. But we never got the chance to use on in practice.

I need to get one, and start learning more about domestic elecitricity. (I might enroll onto an electricians course).

Our teacher was pretty usless!! But at least I have the sense to realise that, and i'm certainly not not taking any chances with my safety.

 

[Jurassic Sparks]

I'm a bit concerned about where you pen has been?

Stockings and suspenders :whatchutalkingabout lol

there was a rather buxom young wench in the room and when she squeezed past me the thing light up rather brightly
I got her to repeat the exercise again to make sure
it was not an unpleasant experience even at my age
however on another job I kept my distance as the client looked like Albert steptoe in a dress, and is a well known local TV
why me ??????

 

[sparksburnout]

There was a young woman called Rita
With a volt drop across her Fangita
It came as a shocking surprise
When it lit up the back of my eyes
She said now look mate
your tools in a terrible state
and what's more its not GS38


Sorry.......

Someone else have a go: There was a buxom young wench.....

 

[telectrix]

there was a buxom young wench,

who had a face like a tench.

to save myself trouble

i bent her down double

and had her across a park bench.

 

[Sparks415]

Hi,

I purchased a LAP non-contact voltage detector to check my sockets.

One of them is cracked and needs replacing. So I went to the Consumer unit and isolated the all of my circuits.

Then I went back to the broken socket and tested it again.

Everything appeared to be fine, and I removed the socket from the wall. But something told me to test it again. It was at that point the detector flashed and turned red.

I couldn't understand why. I tested it on another socket and the same thing happened again. This only happens if I put the probe into the live pin, or touch the live terminal.

It's not a continuous alarm, but it is still worrying. So I have left it until someone can help to explain what is going on.

Try and turn off the main switch to the distribution board and see if you still get a red light flashing,i have cases where the mcb had stayed closed even you have turned off the mcb.

 

[Pete999]

Hi,

I purchased a LAP non-contact voltage detector to check my sockets.

One of them is cracked and needs replacing. So I went to the Consumer unit and isolated the all of my circuits.

Then I went back to the broken socket and tested it again.

Everything appeared to be fine, and I removed the socket from the wall. But something told me to test it again. It was at that point the detector flashed and turned red.

I couldn't understand why. I tested it on another socket and the same thing happened again. This only happens if I put the probe into the live pin, or touch the live terminal.

It's not a continuous alarm, but it is still worrying. So I have left it until someone can help to explain what is going on.

Welcome is your indicator a voltstick?

 

[ipf]

Welcome is your indicator a voltstick?

He's probably forgot, Pete...….'welcome'...….. to 2020.

 

[DPG]

Sparks415, have you got a time machine something?

 

[Baddegg]

@Sparks415 welcome to the forum mate.....you might want to check the dates on the threads ?

 

[Pete999]

He's probably forgot, Pete...….'welcome'...….. to 2020.

Oh it's a resurrected post then never looked