Electrical Advice

wall outlet with USB charge Discussion Threadwall outlet with USB charge Electrical Advice

Hi,

Purchased a wall outlet that has charging ports for usb. Issue now is the place where I want to put this new outlet also had an off/on control with a wall switch so three wires going now in the outlet box. New outlet only has two wires and a ground. I really do not need this location for a off/on plug to turn on a lamp or anything so can I still use the new outlet I bought (pictured) and...

 

Swa as main earth ?!? Discussion ThreadSwa as main earth ?!? Electrical Advice

So I have turned up on a job… someone previously has installed a 120mm 2 core swa from the meter to a barn building 160m away and them split off for the house and barn building in 25mm tails and have used the armour on the sea as the main earth.

Both ends of the swa have been terminated badly, the ze reading is 0.80 and the armour csa isn’t large enough to be use as the main earth.

I have calculated the...

 

Grommets and 10mm Hollow Threaded Tube Discussion ThreadGrommets and 10mm Hollow Threaded Tube Electrical Advice

Hello everyone,

I'm currently making a table lamp out of driftwood found on the beach.
Does anybody have any ideas about the cable passing through the 10mm threaded rod regarding grommets.
I'm wondering whether I should use 3/8 BSP to 15mm plumbing connection to get me into a wider diameter.
Rope cable is rated at 700w so the bulb will be nowhere near that amount.

Any...

 

Attic light off fire alarm? Discussion ThreadAttic light off fire alarm? Electrical Advice

Hi,

At the moment I have 2 x led strip lights up my attic.
They are attached to a plug and I have to plug it in to one of the sockets in my bedroom. It works just a bit of a pain everytime I need to go in to the attic.

I want to put a switch up the attic so I can use this instead. I have pulled some of the insulation up and found the wire that goes in to the fire alarm. Would I be able to...

 

Is this ok? Discussion ThreadIs this ok? Electrical Advice

Hi, I have just had a Hypervolt ev charger fitted, the electrician used an old unused cooker spur to feed the charger and replaced the 32a mcb with a 40a two pole rcbo. I don't think the CU was originally designed for rcbo's as there is only two neutral bars, the electrician has taken the neutral feed for the rcbo from the input of the first rcd, is this ok?
I don't want to call his skill into question but would appreciate a...

 

W3D2 yum yum Discussion ThreadW3D2 yum yum Electrical Advice

I didn’t make this myself, so it’s not gone in the recipes thread….

But a rare lunch out at the weekend, the kids challenged me to eat the haggis nachos…



“Can I help you with that, Dad?”

“No…. It’s nacho cheese!” (Not your cheese…. Sorry, private joke.


Did I finish it? Of course I did.

And...

 

Is Panel Angle REALLY That Big of a Deal? 🤔 (My Installers Were Pretty Relaxed...) Discussion ThreadIs Panel Angle REALLY That Big of a Deal? 🤔 (My Installers Were Pretty Relaxed...) Electrical Advice

So we just had our solar panels installed last week – super exciting! 🎉 But one thing that's been bugging me is the panel angle. The installers weren't super precise, saying it would only make a small difference... but now I'm second-guessing everything!

I've been doing some research...

 

Hi and happy Labor Day Discussion ThreadHi and happy Labor Day Electrical Advice

Hi everyone,

I’m John, 38, and I’ve been installing smart home systems for the last 4 years. My electrical background led me to smart tech, and I’ve been hooked ever since.

I’ve worked on everything from simple lighting setups to full home automation. I’m here to share my experiences, learn from you all, and talk about the latest in smart home tech. Looking forward to connecting!

And by the way, happy...

 

Alta Lab Ap6 keeps disconnecting Discussion ThreadAlta Lab Ap6 keeps disconnecting Electrical Advice

Evening All,
Please bear with as I am new to networking etc, so my terminology may be slight off !!

I have wired two altalab ap6 via an 8 port Poe switch. I currently have a sky router. I have adopted the devices and all the right coloured lights are showing. The problem is that the Ap were constantly showing disconnected on the App.I tried resetting and reconnecting but no joy...

 

Level 3 Design Project help Discussion ThreadLevel 3 Design Project help Electrical Advice

I’m prepared for the hate on this one but anyone that’s done the level 3 2365design project hotel, swimming pool cafe want to send me theirs for £50?
I’ve passed every exam practicals and theory first time and put a lot into the course. I’ve started this but have big personal/family issues at the worst time and just don’t have the time/energy to complete this. If someone is willing to help...

 

2024 Road Tax pay per mile Discussion Thread2024 Road Tax pay per mile Electrical Advice

Afternoon all,

Anyone got any thoughts on this pay per mile Road tax scheme being proposed in October?

2024 Road Tax pay per mile for the original thread on Electricians Forums

 

Here to say Hello! Discussion ThreadHere to say Hello! Electrical Advice

Hello!

Recently enrolled at my local college undertaking the level 2 Electrical Installation evening course which starts next week. I thought it would be appropriate to get stuck into the forum and say Hello to those who are in a similar position to me and to the gurus of the industry.

A bit about myself:

34-year-old living in Rochdale, Greater Manchester Area. Currently, working full-time as a Structural...

 

Should the armour of an SWA carrying twin and earth cables also be earthed (with banjos etc) Discussion ThreadShould the armour of an SWA carrying twin and earth cables also be earthed (with banjos etc) Electrical Advice

I have an existing installation extended in 2015. The existing cable had 3 cores and used the armour as earth, with connections soldered onto the SWA gland where required (e.g. in external sockets).

At the point the extension was added the contractor took the...

 

W3D1… BBC news stating the bleeding obvious Discussion ThreadW3D1… BBC news stating the bleeding obvious Electrical Advice

Radio 2 this morning, every news feature mentioned a submarine drone looking at the wreck of the titanic, and reporting that the handrails have come off….

Shock! Horror! Metal rusts after spending over 100 years submerged in salty water!

In other news, The grass is green, the sky is blue and Oasis concerts are over hyped.

W3D1… BBC news stating the bleeding...

 

No space on CU for Wall Charger connection Discussion ThreadNo space on CU for Wall Charger connection Electrical Advice

I want a wall charger installed but there is no space on the CU. Attached are photos of the CU, Fuse, etc cupboard and panned out view of the cupboards. I have solar panels so would also want solar integrated into the solution. All cables go up into the roof space (bungalow). Thanks for your help...

 

Solar PV on Duoplain/ Double plain style tiles Discussion ThreadSolar PV on Duoplain/ Double plain style tiles Electrical Advice

I'm looking for advise on the type of mounting system suitable for these types of tiles. These are sort found on new build houses. They are interlocked and nailed. Has anyone go experience of fitting solar to roofs with these? what mounting system did you use. Any tips to avoid cracking the tiles.
thanks

Solar PV on Duoplain/ Double plain style tiles...

 

How to make 440v 11kv 210kv Discussion ThreadHow to make 440v 11kv 210kv Electrical Advice

Hello
How to make 440v

How to make 440v 11kv 210kv for the original thread on Electricians Forums

 

How to make 11kv 440v 210kv Discussion ThreadHow to make 11kv 440v 210kv Electrical Advice

Hello
How to make 210kv



How to make 11kv 440v 210kv for the original thread on Electricians Forums

 

SY, CY None Compliant???? Discussion ThreadSY, CY None Compliant???? Electrical Advice

So, I'm out on site the other day and the apprentice is installing some SY cable for a ring final circuit. Anyway, we got chatting and he mentions that this type of cable does not comply with BS7671! I said, "of course it does, it's part of the AM2 and it is one of the 7 cable types of the new 2357 apprenticeship NVQ! So out of curiosity I had a look. To my suprise, it does state in the BS7671...

 

McLaren 1 2 on the grid for Italian Grand Prix Discussion ThreadMcLaren 1 2 on the grid for Italian Grand Prix Electrical Advice

I'm excited about the grid lineup and the fact verstappen is 7th.

👍

Anybody else watching today?

McLaren 1 2 on the grid for Italian Grand Prix for the original thread on Electricians Forums

 

Does the sudden shutdown of the mini split inverter AC damage the electrical components? Discussion ThreadDoes the sudden shutdown of the mini split inverter AC damage the electrical components? Electrical Advice

Hello,

In our country, electricity/power is cut /outage without prior notice for 2 hours a day.
Does the sudden shutdown of the mini split inverter AC damage the electrical components?

Does the problem come from when the power went out or comes back on? If power...

 

Should I drill a hole above these switches? Discussion ThreadShould I drill a hole above these switches? Electrical Advice

Just about to install the end of a curtain rail but am thinking twice…

Would be above a light switch and a few outlets. Is there a safe way to do this?

How do I post a picture?

Thanks!

Should I drill a hole above these switches? for the original thread on Electricians Forums

 

Chint breakers Discussion ThreadChint breakers Electrical Advice

Hello everyone,

I’m looking to understand the key differences between chint

breakers and Schneider breakers. I’ve noticed that both brands are available for a project I’m working on, and I’m trying to make an informed decision.

Could anyone provide insights into how these two brands compare in terms of:

1. Quality...

 

Junction Box Connection for AC Cables Discussion ThreadJunction Box Connection for AC Cables Electrical Advice

Hi everyone,

I'm working on a project where I need to connect two copper AC cables. Instead of running a very long cable, I'm using two shorter cables that I already have on hand. I'm planning to connect them inside a junction box using a terminal block ) for continuity...

 

DNO Concentric cable current carrying capacity Discussion ThreadDNO Concentric cable current carrying capacity Electrical Advice

Had UKPN come out to a property recently to upgrade the main fuse from 60A to 100A but when they arrived they said that the supply cable which he confirmed is a 25sq.mm. CNE aluminium concentric cable (1-phase, burried) for the PME supply is only able to take a 80A fuse. They will have to dig in a new supply cable (presumeably 35sq.mm) to complete the...

 

Domestic Electric Vehicle charger and special location Discussion ThreadDomestic Electric Vehicle charger and special location Electrical Advice

The company i work for say that a domestic Electric Vehicle charger is not to be recorded as a special location on the certificate.

Is this correct?

I've made the argument that the installation requires consideration of the requirments laid out in section 7, therefor it is deemed a special location. But they're adamant and have...

 

I have two wires i want to connect. A plug with green and brown wire and a bulb socket that has a black and red wire, which colors do i connect ? Discussion ThreadI have two wires i want to connect. A plug with green and brown wire and a bulb socket that has a black and red wire, which colors do i connect ? Electrical Advice

I have two wires i want to connect. A plug with green and brown wire and a bulb socket that has a black and red wire, which colors do i connect ?

I have two...

 

30 amp Aga timer help Discussion Thread30 amp Aga timer help Electrical Advice

Anyone any ideas. My Aga engineer changed my timer from a landis and stadia rwb7 to a Drayton. There is power in the timer and a electrician came and checked the timer wiring but Aga is not charging up overnight.
Does something have to be reset on meter.

30 amp Aga timer help for the original thread on Electricians Forums

 

W2D5…. And they said it couldn’t be done Discussion ThreadW2D5…. And they said it couldn’t be done Electrical Advice

I did it….. 4 times, I did it!!

They said it couldn’t be done…. But I’ve proved them wrong.


I’ve actually managed to drill perfectly round holes in lath and plaster ceiling for downlights.



Yes… I know. There’s a chimney in a corridor.
Don’t...

 

The hood kitchen goes into on/standby mode when I plug in the espresso maker! Discussion ThreadThe hood kitchen goes into on/standby mode when I plug in the espresso maker! Electrical Advice

Hello,

The hood kitchen goes into on/standby mode when I plug in the espresso maker(I don't even turn on the Espresso maker).
What is causing this problem?




The hood...