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Have I missed something? (Colours) Discussion ThreadHave I missed something? (Colours) Electrical Advice

Was in YESSS this morning and noticed they had drums and drums of PINK sleeving. 4mm, same as their brown, blue and g/y.

I thought maybe someone had ordered the wrong colour into stock, but the lad said it was right.

Is it used on DC cables from PV to identify pos and neg??

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Most efficient LED indoor lights? Discussion ThreadMost efficient LED indoor lights? Electrical Advice

I am looking to purchase LED strip, I will need around half a metre. My aim is to setup indoor table lamp (example idea: franklite TL605). I want it to be as efficient as possible, looking at 2835 LEDs due to them being the more modern solution. What are your recommendations and what is their wattage per meter?

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Shower Pump Motor - Considered Running Temperature ? Discussion ThreadShower Pump Motor - Considered Running Temperature ? Electrical Advice

Would you consider a single phase Shower Pump Motor operating with a temperature high enough to burn finger tips touching the motor body, to be too high.

Shower pump stopped during shower, checked various things. Fuse ok etc. Although the motor as said by the manufacture to have thermal protection. The pump bodies each of pump were cold and hot...

 

House water pump keeps needing a reset Discussion ThreadHouse water pump keeps needing a reset Electrical Advice

Hi. I have a single phase water pump which supplies our house. It frequently cuts out and needs to be reset (on pump itself). Because of our location (rural Spain) I suspect it is erratic voltage supply. Is there a power regulator I can use in between pump & outlet to overcome this?

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Shelly app to garage motor unit wiring Discussion ThreadShelly app to garage motor unit wiring Electrical Advice

Hi guys,

I’m really lost and need a bit of a hand with the I wiring of this Shelly wifi relay switch to the door motor?

The client wants to be able to control the door using this Shelly relay switch which potently gets connected into the little unit - see photo.

So the client will download a app and then be able to control the door from anywhere in the world - wifi...

 

Getting hold of control panels before they're binned Discussion ThreadGetting hold of control panels before they're binned Electrical Advice

Hello all,

Will here, do you or have you worked on any sites where the old control panels or switchgear is in danger of disposal? If so, please let me know who best to contact (i.e. site managers, scrappys or yourselves), as I will do my best to save it.

Like many of us on here, I am sick of seeing this amazing historical equipment being lost...

 

Life after Napit/NICEIC? Discussion ThreadLife after Napit/NICEIC? Electrical Advice

I'm a good few years from retirement (aged 52), but I am slowly winding down my hours.

One of the things I dislike is the yearly assessment. It always goes absolutely fine, and I know it always will, however It's a stressful couple of hours, plus a stressful few hours/days leading up to it. Not that stressful, but enough to think about avoiding it.

My question is, how did any of you guys find it...

 

App for quoting to customers Discussion ThreadApp for quoting to customers Electrical Advice

Hi, anyone go any recommendations for an app to help create quotes faster? I'd like to save some time and make it easier to share quotes with customers.
thanks

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Is it safe to install junction boxes? Discussion ThreadIs it safe to install junction boxes? Electrical Advice

Hi, Is it safe to install junction boxes in damp, high-temperature, or mechanically vulnerable locations for long-term use? What are the best practices to ensure safety?

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Mobile cabins cable type Discussion ThreadMobile cabins cable type Electrical Advice

looking for advice on cable type for mobile cabins..

I’m guessing they fall under the same regs as portable caravans just can’t find reg of which cable as it’s a portable building wondering if someone has advice on this

Thanks in advance

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Waste Carrier License???? Discussion ThreadWaste Carrier License???? Electrical Advice

Hi all,

Have recently applied for my local councils 'Trusted Trader' scheme and was wondering if I could get a bit of advice.

Basically they have emailed me with the following:

can you please let me know if you hold a waste carrier licence, if you don’t have a licence which facilities do you use for dispose the waste?

The first bit's easy - No i don't have one 😱 but was wondering...

 

Please help with CE/UKCA certification Discussion ThreadPlease help with CE/UKCA certification Electrical Advice

Hi All,
I am just starting a small business making LED video signs. I believe I have to get my product certified for sale in the UK, and I think I can run with just CE compliance. Does anybody have any help on the best people to talk to about this and who will help me through the process? I am based in Worcester and I am regularly in Stockport (Greater Manchester) so...

 

Reverse camera male plug replacement Discussion ThreadReverse camera male plug replacement Electrical Advice

Hi All,

I have a reverse camera that has stopped working, likely cause is one of the yellow male plugs is corroded and the metal on the male has come off. The wiring is similar to the video cable ones you can buy from Amazon, with the yellow male to yellow male with trigger. My question is, can I just replace the yellow male plug in question? Ie. cut the wire upstream from...

 

Ultrasonic cleaner?? Discussion ThreadUltrasonic cleaner?? Electrical Advice

Anyone use one and can recommend a smallish one? I'm looking to pay up to £100 but read a few reviews and there's a lot of fake ones out there. I watched a youtube strip down of one and the 'ultrasonics' consisted of a vibrating motor!

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Three pages of people been online recently! Discussion ThreadThree pages of people been online recently! Electrical Advice

520 or something.

That's a fairly decent record and beats...

 

The moon and Venus - last evening. Discussion ThreadThe moon and Venus - last evening. Electrical Advice

Anyone notice? Not the best photo but quite a spectacular sight.

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Best Cable for EV Charger Installation? Discussion ThreadBest Cable for EV Charger Installation? Electrical Advice

Hi everyone,

I’m planning to install a home EV charger and need advice on the best type of cable to use. The charger will be located about 15 meters from the main consumer unit.

What cable size and type should I use to ensure safety and efficiency? Should I also install an isolator switch for added protection?

(Asking for a friend)

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Forum Sponsor News Area Discussion ThreadForum Sponsor News Area Electrical Advice

Forum Sponsor News and Offers ​

Forum Sponsor News and Offers; only sponsors of the forum can post in this area. You'll see offers and promotions from all our sponsors..... eventually. 🙂

www.electriciansforums.net

Just linking us to it.

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General Off-topic Chat Renamed to Electrician Talk Forum Discussion ThreadGeneral Off-topic Chat Renamed to Electrician Talk Forum Electrical Advice

Electrician Talk Forum ​

Electrician Talk Forum for all off-topic chat. Find electricians talking forums for international sparks from any country. Electrical experts Talk forum.

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Our old off topic chat forum wasn't...

 

This forum is for off-topic chat Discussion ThreadThis forum is for off-topic chat Electrical Advice

Electrician Talk Forum ​

Electrician Talk Forum for all off-topic chat. Find electricians talking forums for international sparks from any country. Electrical experts Talk forum.

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This forum category was named off-topic chat but wasn't getting attention so I've moved it up to the top...