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LTD or Self Employed. Discussion ThreadLTD or Self Employed. Electrical Advice

LTD Or Self Emoyed.

HI, Everyone, not sure about best course of action. I've taken a full time job, (On the books) and I want to continue doing small jobs on the side (stay NICEIC registered). I am both Self Employed and LTD. I've spoken to the accountant, he said it's your call. If I close my LTD, I have to pay a tax when withdrawning my money.

I was aiming to keep my Self Employed status. Because I...

 

Why does a fridge freezer fail an insulation Pat test? Discussion ThreadWhy does a fridge freezer fail an insulation Pat test? Electrical Advice

Hi, I am getting a reading of 0.00MOhm
I've never had this before, it's not tripping the rcd.

I was wondering if it may be damp but can't see anything obvious.

Any ideas please?
It's not very old.

Why does a fridge freezer fail an insulation Pat test? for the original thread on Electricians Forums

 

How To Wire A RV Rotary Cam Selector Changeover Switch Discussion ThreadHow To Wire A RV Rotary Cam Selector Changeover Switch Electrical Advice

I build teardrop trailers as a hobby. In my electrical box where I supplied power to the trailer interior, I have a lithium iron battery, a 120V Power Converter /Charger, and a 12v to 120v Inverter to power 120 outlets. I want to power the outlets from grid power without back-feed powering the inverter because it burned up my last inverter...

 

GU10 flashing when on, un til extra load added to circuit Discussion ThreadGU10 flashing when on, un til extra load added to circuit Electrical Advice

Also posted in DIY.

strange one in my kitchen.

3 sets of 2-way switched mains GU10 Philips down lighters. ( no dimmers)

Have been fine for several years.

Last week the fan/light remote receiver, ( connected via a on/off wall switch, using live which also goes to lights, neutral permanently connected to lighting circuit) on the...

 

GU10 flashing when turned on, work if load added to circuit Discussion ThreadGU10 flashing when turned on, work if load added to circuit Electrical Advice

A strange one in my kitchen.

3 sets of 2-way switched GU10 `Philips down lighters. ( no dimmers)

Have been fine for several years.

Last week the fan/light remote receiver, ( connected via a on/off wall switch, using live which also goes to lights, neutral permanently connected to lighting circuit) on the adjacent conservatory...

 

UFH mat in bathroom Discussion ThreadUFH mat in bathroom Electrical Advice

Was at a job yesterday & whilst running cables for lighting in a side attic space I came across something I’ve not see before (not surprisingly). The couple had a new bathroom installed last year & by the looks of it whoever installed the underfloor heat mat, they never measured the UFH mat correctly for the size of the bathroom. So from what I can see what they’ve done is when they got to the last tiled part...

 

How to go about checking this PCB Discussion ThreadHow to go about checking this PCB Electrical Advice

Hi, I have this ignition PCB, it opens a valve but does not ignite. I bought a primitive tester for £7.99 and what I checked was the fuse and the output terminals.

The fuse is ok and output terminals show 0.05 (My Ohm meter goes from 1 to 0 and says 200kO on the selector knob dial). But I can't read anything on the input of the grey little box the output terminals are.

I went to...

 

Stuck on an assignment for college Discussion ThreadStuck on an assignment for college Electrical Advice

The question is:
If the supply voltage is 100v ac with a period of 20ms, and the supply current (Is) taken by the coil is 6A, calculate the frequency of the supply, overall impedance, Inductive reactance and the inductance of the coil.

I've worked out the frequency to be 50Hz and in order to get the Inductive reactance I need to work out the inductance of the coil.

f = 1/t...

 

Adding a zone valve Discussion ThreadAdding a zone valve Electrical Advice

Im working on a heating system that's currently all wired into an ufh wiring center. Another zone on a different floor is being installed of heaters (no actuators).

My question is, would you wire the new zone valves and stat into the existing wiring center and use one of the free actuator terminals to connect it all up as there's no other space or install a serperate wiring center next to it?

Thanks...

 

Introduction Discussion ThreadIntroduction Electrical Advice

Hello, my name is Randall S Cook, and I found this Forum while looking for information. I am located in SW Missouri, and am semi-retired, although I still am called upon to solve a large variety of electrical and mechanical (HVAC) problems. Licensed Master Electrician, Licensed Master Mechanical Technician, Third Class Stationary Engineer. Most of my experience is in Commercial or Industrial equipment....

 

Panel building; is it too late? Discussion ThreadPanel building; is it too late? Electrical Advice

I am 40. dont hold any quals but have always done electrical work with electricians which included panel building. I have built a good few panels without fail.

I am wanting to sell 240V single phase small panels for a gaming machine that I have built.

Is a small panel building course enough certification for me to sell without getting into any probs?


The machine build I will...

 

What will help me understand and pass my 2391-52? Discussion ThreadWhat will help me understand and pass my 2391-52? Electrical Advice

Hi guys,

I’m looking to book my testing and inspection 2391-52, I have very limited experience on testing. I have completed my AM2 and the testing part was pretty easy.

Of course the 2391 will be more in depth etc and I’ve been hitting the books going through guidance note 3 and bs7671 and I’ve got The practical guide to inspection, testing and...

 

Newlec storage NLSH150 heater any info Discussion ThreadNewlec storage NLSH150 heater any info Electrical Advice

Not very familiar with storage heaters

Newlec storage heater NLSH150 in clients property installed 2 years ago has gone belly up. Clients words are it got really hot so they switched it off and it wouldn't heat back up the day after. My obvious thought was a thermal cut out but I've had a look inside and there doesn't seem to be any sort of cut out inside the unit That I...

 

My alarm panel is going into alarm when entering the premises Discussion ThreadMy alarm panel is going into alarm when entering the premises Electrical Advice

hi i have a Honeywell Galaxy 2-20-V15 version 1.5 security system and was working fine but the engineers code was lost so as i needed to add more circuits,i defaulted the panel back to factory settings and now have an enginers code . I have reprogrammed the panel and included new circuits and everything appeared to be fine, but...

 

Are HSE taking it a bit too far? Discussion ThreadAre HSE taking it a bit too far? Electrical Advice

Good afternoon all,
I have a question for those who are CompEx and SIL aware - I have various Ex ia systems installed around site, my manager is feeling pressure from HSE to change everything to SIL 2 rated equipment. Realistically, ia equipment could be considered SIL 3/4 (or at least certainly better than SIL 2) as it is already unlikely to fail, but has 2 back-ups/fail-safes if it...

 

Stepping down 50 or 30 amp service to 15 amp service Discussion ThreadStepping down 50 or 30 amp service to 15 amp service Electrical Advice

My knowledge of power is basic, but the answer I've received goes against my understanding. I have a Jackery solar 'generator'. On the side of the device it says, "AC 100V-120V 15 A MAX". One use I have for the device is to use it in my little camper. On occasion I may be in an actual campground. All campgrounds I've ever been in have either 50...

 

Meet PCBWay at electronica A1.163 Discussion ThreadMeet PCBWay at electronica A1.163 Electrical Advice

Join us at electronica 2024 in Munich! Since 1964, electronica has been the premier event for technology enthusiasts and industry professionals, showcasing innovations across the full spectrum of electronics—from semiconductor and microsystems technology to measurement, sensor, display, and vehicle electronics.

PCBWay is excited to return to this renowned exhibition. Over the...

 

Which wholesaler and why? Discussion ThreadWhich wholesaler and why? Electrical Advice

Hello all,

As per title, I currently have a City's and a REXEL account. Started with city's when I was doing odd bits, quickly found City's to be extortionate and even as I started to put rewires etc. through there was no movement on their prices..
Went to REXEL, and found they were giving me some good prices and the guys in my local branch were really helpful, so have stuck with them...

 

Pricing jobs Discussion ThreadPricing jobs Electrical Advice

Hi, I'm after some more pricing help if you can, for labour costs from businesses signing off their own domestic work. I'm in the midlands. Assuming RCD and bonding etc is ok, carpet and floor access is fine, chased in, average cable length, and you can crack on, test and certificate if applicable. Thanks a lot in advance if anyone does this (copy and paste). LABOUR ONLY.

Part of UK:

+ VAT or no:

Replacing (like for...

 

Emergency light Discussion ThreadEmergency light Electrical Advice

Hi
I just wiring 3 core cable for a communal in a flat. Customer decided to have emergency lights and 3 separate pir. When I fitting , in each floor , one pir doesn't work!!! I would be grateful if you could guide me regarding the wiring pir and emergency lights. All cables are in parallel and we have common line for lights and pir and switch wire for lights and pir too, but one pir doesn't work among 3 pir.
Thanks...

 

Help with Unidare storage heater Discussion ThreadHelp with Unidare storage heater Electrical Advice

I have a house with these storage heaters and I have no idea how best to use them?

They are the Softline version which come with only an input and output option and no timing for when they should come on! After finding a manual it seems they should be always on input all day? And then the output will automatically come on at the right time and then stop until it comes on again the...

 

Remove outlet within a GFCI circuit Discussion ThreadRemove outlet within a GFCI circuit Electrical Advice

I apologize for the repeat. I lost the responses.
I need to remove an outlet in a gfci circuit to remove a cabinet.
I need to know what to do with the wires.
Thanks!

...

 

Installing emergency lighting inside coach works Discussion ThreadInstalling emergency lighting inside coach works Electrical Advice

Hi all,

Just wanted a bit of advice in regards to a small installation of emergency lighting.

I have a fairly long warehouse that needs some cables run around in order to install some lighting. My question is, is it ok to run FP200 cables on / inside the horizontal girts as it’s the most tempting option.

The walls are thin metal and any fixings will...

 

Part that can replace DIMPLEX2000330100RP? Discussion ThreadPart that can replace DIMPLEX2000330100RP? Electrical Advice

I'm looking for something that can replace this part for my electric fireplace:

2000330100RP Blower Assy Replacement ​

2000330100RP Blower Assy Replacement...

 

Can anyone identify the model of this siemens fridge? Discussion ThreadCan anyone identify the model of this siemens fridge? Electrical Advice...

 

PAT Tester wanted Birmingham area Discussion ThreadPAT Tester wanted Birmingham area Electrical Advice

Hi
We are looking for someone full time, PAT experience not a necessity. If you have some electrical knowledge background, as we would want you to get involved in other works. Based out of the north west. We look after a couple of government contracts, so the work is cross country. Birmingham area is a must.

PAT Tester wanted Birmingham area for the original thread on...

 

SIL vs ATEX Discussion ThreadSIL vs ATEX Electrical Advice

Good morning all,
I have a question for those who are CompEx and SIL aware - I have various Ex ia systems installed around site, my manager is feeling pressure from HSE to change everything to SIL 2 rated equipment. Realistically, ia equipment could be considered SIL 3/4 (or at least certainly better than SIL 2) as it is already unlikely to fail, but has 2 back-ups/fail-safes if it were to, yet it doesn't have any SIL...

 

EV Charger reporting PEN Fault Discussion ThreadEV Charger reporting PEN Fault Electrical Advice

This is a baffling fault I've been fighting with for a couple of weeks now, so I wondered if another set of eyes will help.

I installed an EV Charger a few weeks back, and all went well for a while, then the client called me to say it wasn't charging randomly. Resetting it brought it back to life. When we interrogated the logs we were seeing a combination of Earth Fault and PEN Fault...

 

exceeding voltage drop Discussion Threadexceeding voltage drop Electrical Advice

hey guys
we have done an EICR on a 2 bedroom bungalow, the supply is a 25mm 4 core 3 phase SWA to the property, it is supplied from 80amp fuse.
although it is speculative as the cable is underground we reckon the distance is around 600m .
it has being installed around 10 years and no evidence of thermal damage or any concerns of equipment not functioning correctly as per tenants.
the Zdb is...

 

How to wire two PIR motion sensors together to activate only on double trigger ? Discussion ThreadHow to wire two PIR motion sensors together to activate only on double trigger ? Electrical Advice

Dear All,

I have a very old Scantronic alarm system that unlike modern systems does not detect resistance values (no resistors in PIRs or in zones) but activates when the Normally Closed contacts become open.
The PIRs are wired with 4 core +ve -ve NC and Com
Is it possible to wire two PIRs...