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Whats the most flexible 2.5 T&E available . Cannot run singles on the Job . Discussion ThreadWhats the most flexible 2.5 T&E available . Cannot run singles on the Job . Electrical Advice

Not sure if brands change quality every year....but sometimes I find Doncaster excellent and then "meh" . Last lot of Prysmian was also a bit "meh" when using auto strippers .

Whats the most flexible 2.5 T&E available . Cannot run singles on the Job . for the original thread on Electricians...

 

Relay for a car horn upgrade. Discussion ThreadRelay for a car horn upgrade. Electrical Advice

OK, I only know the very basics when it comes to electrical circuits so any help will be really appreciated.
The horn on my car is a single tone sounder, (factory fitted). I'm curious if I can upgrade it to a dual tone. I'm aware that I may have to wire them as a parallel circuit but would I need to upgrade to a different relay as well?
Could I as an alternative swap to a different 'rated'...

 

Any recomendations for outdoor trunking? Discussion ThreadAny recomendations for outdoor trunking? Electrical Advice

I need some outside containment for about half a dozen or so unsightly cables run outdoor - a mix of black telephone, black security alarm, red (now faded to orange) fire alarm. These are all existing cables, and need tidying up and supporting properly (currently all tied to disintegrating plastic drainage pipe with cable clips that are also breaking down in in...

 

Forum Categories have Wicked Content Discussion ThreadForum Categories have Wicked Content Electrical Advice

Been working on these on all my forums and it's a really cool way to use the categories which otherwise just have the same forums in them as is displayed on the homepage, so its kinda duplicate content and Google doesn't like that.

So I've worked out a way to show some of the biggest threads, or busiest threads, or trending threads (quickly climbing in either).

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BG Split load board 18th edition compliant? Discussion ThreadBG Split load board 18th edition compliant? Electrical Advice

6 Way Metal Dual Split Consumer Unit c/w 2 RCDs (Type A) c/w 6 MCBs | BG (CFUDP16606A-01)

BG are stating that these are 18th edition compliant. I'm doubtful if they meet regulations 536.4.3.2 & 536.4.202 - overload protection of switches and RCCBs.

the RCDs are rated at 63A. There is no way of configuring the supplied MCBs that doesn't exceed 63A.

I...

 

Diehl AKO Platinum Inverter 4300S Help Discussion ThreadDiehl AKO Platinum Inverter 4300S Help Electrical Advice

Good evening all - I used to be a member of this forum ages ago, but couldn't work out what my username and old email address was, so decided it was easier to register again.

Many years ago, (2012?) at home I had installed a 4kw system - 20 panels with a Diehl AKO Platinum Inverter 4300S. We had it installed just six days before the really good FIT rate reduced by half...

 

Testing the SELV Discussion ThreadTesting the SELV Electrical Advice

Correct me if I am wrong but if we are to test a SELV transformer do we:

1. Join conductors of low voltage side of transformer together.
2. Join conductors of primary side of transformer together.
3. Test between these at a voltage of 500V look for minimum reading of 1 MOhm.
4. Test between joined conductors of low voltage side and the earth of the primary side at 500V Look for minimum of 1MOhm.
5. Test between...

 

EXCESSIVE ADS Discussion ThreadEXCESSIVE ADS Electrical Advice

The amount of ads on this site is making it close to unusable.

EXCESSIVE ADS for the original thread on Electricians Forums

 

Lamination polution problem Discussion ThreadLamination polution problem Electrical Advice

Hello everyone,

We have observed the formation of EVA residues during lamination in solar panel production, which leads to contamination. Additionally, there is contamination caused by the Teflon wheels after lamination. What solution should we use, how frequently, and how should we clean the EVA in the lamination process? What is the most suitable type of Teflon for this purpose? Could you...

 

Welcome to the new Bar and Grill for Americans Only - First drink is on us Discussion ThreadWelcome to the new Bar and Grill for Americans Only - First drink is on us Electrical Advice

Welcome to the rebranding of the Americans-only forum. The Bar and Grill.

First drink is on us.

There should be around 670 members with access to here now. So let's get this place going.

No Brit's are allowed. Unless they're staff of course.

Welcome to the new Bar and Grill for...

 

NEW POSTS button (get well soon) Discussion ThreadNEW POSTS button (get well soon) Electrical Advice

There used to be a blue button at the bottom of each thread, near the post reply button.

It would take you back to the new posts screen.
for the last week or two this button has gone missing in action, I hope its stay in computer hospital / therapy etc. is a short one because I miss it terribly.

If for some reason it has slipped and fallen into the recycle bin, can someone jump in...

 

Modernising a Domestic Servants call system Discussion ThreadModernising a Domestic Servants call system Electrical Advice

I have a house built around 1900 with a servants call system. The indicator/bell unit is similar to the one shown in the attachment and the push buttons are all in place. Internal wiring of the unit is complete and local tests prove it all works. Unfortunately, all the wiring from the push buttons to the unit is not and it would be a major undertaking to rewire...

 

Post a thread to the forum week next week. Discussion ThreadPost a thread to the forum week next week. Electrical Advice

Doing a thing. Let's see if it works.

Going to encourage (via a notice) people to post a new thread to the forum about anything at all, every day for a working week.

During the whole of next week (mon 19th - fri 23rd inclusive) I'd love for all members to aim to try and post 5 threads over the course of the week.

I'll join in and get Lou to join in too...

 

Fluke 1664FC setting Discussion ThreadFluke 1664FC setting Electrical Advice

I recently bought a Fluke 1664FC. It's great but recently I chose to do a loop test on the no trip setting. Plugged the 3 wires in but noticed the screen says it's set for a L-N test with only Live and Neutral plugged in. I pressed F1 button to change this to L-PE, the tester beeps but it doesn't change. Anyone know why that might be? Cheers

Fluke 1664FC setting for the original thread on...

 

Horse stables Discussion ThreadHorse stables Electrical Advice

We're having a horse stable built consisting of a tack room and 2 stables. We need a light in each of the 3 rooms, 2 PIR flood lights 50w led and 2 power sockets - 1 in the tack room and one outside. All installations will be sufficiently IP rated. Wiring will be through metal conduit where required and switches on the outside of the 2 stables.
Planning on running armoured cable from house CU to CU in stable. Cable length...

 

New EICR - editable PDF certs Discussion ThreadNew EICR - editable PDF certs Electrical Advice

We have been updating our certs and have created the new EICR that will come with the next amendment. You can insert your own logo and the signature fields also take an image if you need to email them to your customer. You will be prompted for the report number. Please RTFM!!!!! All the usual bits, no warranty, liability etc, just enjoy!

Perhaps admin can make this a sticky...

 

Adding test switch to emergency lighting Discussion ThreadAdding test switch to emergency lighting Electrical Advice

I’m at the funeral directors clients at the moment testing their EM lights.
Only the newer lights I put in have a test switch fitted.
I’ll be recommending addition lights in the WC and staff rooms. Pitch dark in there.

There are 2 other EM lights above exit doors… they have been replaced in the past with LED, but there is no, and never has been, a local test...

 

How much surge in voltage should be in the surge protector? (Min and Max range) Discussion ThreadHow much surge in voltage should be in the surge protector? (Min and Max range) Electrical Advice

Hello,

I live in the Middle East. I have between 220V to 230V. I bought surge protectors for AC and other appliances such as PC and TV.

The upper limit voltage in surge protectors is 255V and the lower is 170V.

How does the manufacturer calculate the normal voltage? (for my surge protector...

 

Turn signal problem Discussion ThreadTurn signal problem Electrical Advice

My car a highly modified 1951 Studebaker, which was professionally wired (but with some issues I had to fix) now has a problem with the turn indicators. They had been working normally until recently. Now they work just fine as long as the head lights ae off. As soon as the headlights or parking lights are turned on the flashing stops. Also, the 4-way flashers also do not work when the headlights or parking...

 

Hello Discussion ThreadHello Electrical Advice

New to this forum, I have some electrical issues on my car and hope someone here can help me. Thanks Larry

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Wireless socket tester Discussion ThreadWireless socket tester Electrical Advice

I often conduct EICRs alone. I'm curious if there is a socket tester on the market that can transmit to a handheld unit. The idea was that I could flick switches at the board without running up 4 flights of stairs to check whether it was the right one. Or failing that, a socket tester that makes a seriously loud sound when live.

Wireless socket tester for the original thread on Electricians...

 

Today I experienced the worst electric shock my career Discussion ThreadToday I experienced the worst electric shock my career Electrical Advice

Today, I experienced the most severe electrical shock of my career. Fortunately, I'm here to write about it. I've been replaying the situation in my mind, analysing what I could have done differently to prevent it. The most crucial takeaway is this: ALWAYS ASSUME ALL EXTERNAL METAL LIGHTS ARE LIVE UNTIL PROVEN OTHERWISE.

Here's what...

 

Generator Earthing Discussion ThreadGenerator Earthing Electrical Advice

We’ve recently completed the first and second fix of a barn conversion that is off grid with solar PV, batteries and a back up generator.

This was always the case that it was going to be off grid however as we have little experience in working with any off grid systems we specifically said at the start that the final connection would need to be either made or designed by the company fitting solar PV, generator...

 

Looking for Commercial Electricians? - Some basic rules to follow Discussion ThreadLooking for Commercial Electricians? - Some basic rules to follow Electrical Advice

If you're looking for Commercial Electricians then please click here to post a new thread for each position available.

Looking for a Commercial Electrician Rules​

1. Never use the public threads to exchange details, always use the forum's private messaging system to then share mobile numbers or...

 

Boosted 7.5kw shower? Discussion ThreadBoosted 7.5kw shower? Electrical Advice

Hi, i am wondering if anyone has any experience with a 7.5-8kw shower that has a pump or some sort of boost internally fitted? Working at a hotel and there is a 9.5kw shower on a 6mm cable quite a distance from the c/u and with insulation likely on top as the isolator switch was melted. I recommended downrating the shower to 7.5 or 8kw to help with this problem and prevent it happening again.
I recently...

 

Testing a thread a min Discussion ThreadTesting a thread a min Electrical Advice

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Testing a thread a min for the original thread on Electricians Forums

 

Join The E2GO Fantasy Football League For Monthly Prizes! Discussion ThreadJoin The E2GO Fantasy Football League For Monthly Prizes! Electrical Advice



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Running cable over / through garage blockwork Discussion ThreadRunning cable over / through garage blockwork Electrical Advice

I am finishing up my NAPIT LCL training, got all of my modules, 18th edition and I+T all done- heading out to support another sparky as a freshly retrained 53 year old. Just doing the final design assignment to finish up the course, which involves a virtual garage extension to a house, built in rendered blockwork. I have to spec out the whole job, which is...

 

Socket Tester recommendations Discussion ThreadSocket Tester recommendations Electrical Advice

I’m looking to build my tools back up after a bit of bad luck. I’ve bought some screwdrivers, cutters etc. I’m just making a list of what I had. I’m just after a socket tester. I’ve seen Fluke now have one that looks very good. I did have just the basic Kewtech.

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Old intruder alarm Discussion ThreadOld intruder alarm Electrical Advice

Hi there
I have been on a job to fix intruder alarm.
Alarm Texecom 1995 very old alarm .
Owner 96 years oldman wanted to replace battery inside the panel. Unfortunately when he took cover down battery fell pulling other cables from terminals. I’ve managed to terminate cables back as I thought they need to be. Now I need help with the siren outside + small siren near the panel. How do I connect them . Obviously...