Electrical Advice

Generator Hookup To Seperate Service Panels Discussion ThreadGenerator Hookup To Seperate Service Panels Electrical Advice

On a 20kw generator can you connect the 30AMP plug to one service panel and the 50amp plug on a seperate service panel? I have two service panels coming off the same meter. I currently have a 5500KW 30Amp generator connection to one panel that supports my well pump and Hot Water heater. I would like run some circuits on the other panel also during a power outage...

 

Horstmann H425 Timer Replaced with E7+ but not working Discussion ThreadHorstmann H425 Timer Replaced with E7+ but not working Electrical Advice

I have a Gledhill Pulsacoil III cylinder. Recently the Horstmann H425 timer stopped working and I hired an electrican I know well to replace it with a modern Secure Horstmann Electronic E7+ Hot Water Programmer (Gledhill confirmed this timer is compatible). He says he connected it up the same way as the previous old timer H425, which worked...

 

Electrics in wet area Discussion ThreadElectrics in wet area Electrical Advice

Is this ok for a shower install?
It’s public access and does not seem safe to me.
A consumer retail shower has had its putter housing cut to access and cable trunk is open at top where water can egress.

In UK

Thank you in advance

...

 

What are the dangers associated with wiring earth to neutral in the consumer unit, due to no earth existing in my apartment? Discussion ThreadWhat are the dangers associated with wiring earth to neutral in the consumer unit, due to no earth existing in my apartment? Electrical Advice

First time on here.... Looking for your thoughts on my situation plz. I've a small apartment in Spain and recently discovered there is no earth in the building, which I'm nervous about. Firstly I...

 

Hi. Optima wired alarm issue Discussion ThreadHi. Optima wired alarm issue Electrical Advice

Hi. I have a wired Optima alarm. Due to wiring access issues, I need to add a wireless door sensor. Sometime back, I recall seeing a product that was a receiver powered from the 12v supply in the alarm panel and a wireless door sensor with transmitter. Does anyone know of anything suitable. Thanks in advance.

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which is less dangerous DC 123V/20A or 50V/50A? Discussion Threadwhich is less dangerous DC 123V/20A or 50V/50A? Electrical Advice

which is less dangerous DC 123V/20A or 50V/50A?
or does it not matter at all?

context is an 85 foot run on bedrock between solar panels and battery house. i've researched and gotten no definitive answer, just confused.
i'll probably end up putting this wire in rigid bonded conduit anyway but if one configuration is less deadly i want to do that.
i had...

 

Electrician Charging Me To Rewire Junction Discussion ThreadElectrician Charging Me To Rewire Junction Electrical Advice

Hi All.

I found an electrician on check a trade. He had all 5-star reviews, I was green - renovating my first home so he seemed great, and he was the first trade I employed.
I have had the worst experience of my life with him - I feel like he has ripped me off everywhere he can - Firstly, he quoted £1500 with all the ceilings and walls down so he had full view...

 

EV consumer unit tails Discussion ThreadEV consumer unit tails Electrical Advice

Hi

My relation has had an EV charger fitted and upon me being nosey checking out the job I noticed something I thought I'd query with you guys.

-Her main cut out fuse is 100amp
-From the meter there is 25mm tails that go through DP isolator to Henley blocks.
-From the Henley blocks are 25mm tails feeding the main house consumer unit aswell as 10mm tails feeding a fusebox EV distribution board (soley...

 

Title? Generator to breaker box floating neutral Discussion ThreadTitle? Generator to breaker box floating neutral Electrical Advice

Hurricane florida. I & several neighbors lost power. A few bought generators & hooked to breaker box. I just bought one too. Delivery soon. I also bought a dbl 30a dbl breaker to hook generator to breaker box. I have several feet if 8\3. However now im reading that there are issues with the neutral & ground. Generator needs floating neutral, not bonded...

 

EDF Economy 9 Off Peak times-? Discussion ThreadEDF Economy 9 Off Peak times-? Electrical Advice

To all the electricians out there who understand the Economy 9 tariff: I live in a flat that has an Economy 9 tariff (Off Peak electricity at certain set times of day-EDF control these times of day). My Off Peak circuit is my Heating circuit and my Peak circuit is my Power circuit.

I was advised by EDF that the Off-Peak supply turns on at the following times: 1:30-3:30; 10:00PM-midnight...

 

advice on power supply to outbuilding Discussion Threadadvice on power supply to outbuilding Electrical Advice

Hi looking for some advice I wont be doing any work a electrician will be .. I have a outbuilding being constructed and i will need a power supply I have asked for a quote and while looking for advice have been told that the person doing the quote cant be a qualified sparky from the advice given so here to double check

I need power running from existing consumer unit to...

 

Our Clearance Sale! Discussion ThreadOur Clearance Sale! Electrical Advice

Hi everyone,

We have a clearance sale live on Electrical2Go now until Sunday at Midnight!

Make sure you grab your savings now!

Have a great weekend!

E2GO...

 

LED Driver alternative Discussion ThreadLED Driver alternative Electrical Advice

Hi,

I wondered if anyone could advise on a suitable alternative to the following LED driver: Tried CEF, RS, and online but they can't get hold of the exact part.

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Secondary loop pump + pipe stat Discussion ThreadSecondary loop pump + pipe stat Electrical Advice

Hi Guys

Recently finished a new build house.
Commissioning engineer came in the other day (2nd visit whilst I wasn't there) and mentioned we need to put a pipe stat on the secondary loop pump.
We've only ever wired these as on/ off time controlled.
Apparently it's regs (heating engineer we work with hadn't come across this either before)

Any else aware of this ?

If so I assuming...

 

Automatic Gate wiring Discussion ThreadAutomatic Gate wiring Electrical Advice

I have a automatic swing gate opener and i want to install a manual push switch to open and close the gate. I am not a professional installer just at enthusiast to DIY. can you please help me where i can connect the manual switch on the controller attached.

Automatic Gate wiring for the original thread on...

 

Its a tricky one! Discussion ThreadIts a tricky one! Electrical Advice

Hi all,

hope you are well, DIY'er after some thoughts if possible. After a period of very heavy and prolonged rain my electricity trips, when I turn off the switch for the power to the shed (pic attached) I can put the electricity back on.

Sometimes I can then immediately put the shed switch back on and all is well, sometimes I need to leave it a few hours before it will go back on without tripping. When it is...

 

Is Commercial Electrical Work Notifiable? Discussion ThreadIs Commercial Electrical Work Notifiable? Electrical Advice

I'm a previous C&G 2/3 qualified electrician who used to work under an NICEIC domestic contractor for many years but I recently decided to not become registered due to the change in criteria and losing my passion for electrical so I recently moved onto new lines of work...

Today I was doing some sign fitting for a customer of a commercial bar who asked me if I'm...

 

New circuits into plastic consumer unit Discussion ThreadNew circuits into plastic consumer unit Electrical Advice

Morning everyone . Question regarding wiring of new circuits into plastic cu . I’m wiring an extension on a property soon . The consumer unit is under the stairs and it’s plastic it’s all rcbo Wylex board in good condition with a few spare ways . Probably the last of its generation before we moved into metal boards . My question is can I add 3 new circuits and surge...

 

Correct Conduit Assistance Discussion ThreadCorrect Conduit Assistance Electrical Advice

Hi, i have built a log cabin and now routing cabling. I want to do this on the outside as it looks better. Can i ask if i can safely use the conduit from toolstation, here... 25mm Heavy Duty Round PVC Conduit - https://www.toolstation.com/25mm-heavy-duty-round-pvc-conduit/p66251

It has to be signed off by an electrician and from my research must be IP54 atleast. Is this correct? The...

 

3 PIN AC Pressure switch Discussion Thread3 PIN AC Pressure switch Electrical Advice

I have an AC system that is not working. All fuses and relays tested successfully. Blower comes on, but blows hot. System is completely empty and I was told compressor is dead and needs replacing. Clutch was not engaging. I removed compressor and bench tested it by running 12V to it directly from a battery to the 2 wire connector and the clutch would engage no problems. So I thought low pressure...

 

Talking about LED light fixture manufacturers Discussion ThreadTalking about LED light fixture manufacturers Electrical Advice

What is the price difference between wholesale LED light fixtures factories around the world?

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Garden lights... IP68 + vermin protection Discussion ThreadGarden lights... IP68 + vermin protection Electrical Advice

Hi Guys

Just seeing what you all use use for buried garden light connections, to seal up fully from the elements/ vermin?

Been using 3M gel connectors for a while without any issues.
https://multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/1983303O/3m-scotchlok-idc-connector-314-datasheet-en-eu.pdf?&fn=EMD_EMEA_Scotchlok-IDC-Connector-314_TDS_AABBDD51044_EN03_R2.pdf

Just been...

 

Help with Cabinet Shelf LED lighting Discussion ThreadHelp with Cabinet Shelf LED lighting Electrical Advice

Hi there,

We’ve got a glass cabinet/bookshelf with 4 shelves that we’d like to add some lighting to. We’ve been trying to figure out how to get 4 separate rows of LED strip lighting (~90cm)to connect together to one power source so they function simultaneously.

Can anyone help find what products we need to buy? So far it’s looking like we need the cuttable LED strip, along...

 

FFX gone.... Discussion ThreadFFX gone.... Electrical Advice

Jesus , that was a shock. I found them excellent .But the margins must have been tiny if they got into trouble like this . The knock on effect will be huge as i believe they are the UK's largest Dewalt / Makita dealers . Those lost sales will see some price changes ...

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Add new outlets in house with original fuse box Discussion ThreadAdd new outlets in house with original fuse box Electrical Advice

My house was built in 1968 and still has the original fuse box with wired fuses.

I want an electrician to add to the existing ring main a new spur for a combi boiler and a new dual 13A outlet.

Is it correct that in order to comply with the current regs the fuse box will have to be replaced by a modern consumer unit?

Add new outlets in house with...

 

why the new fluorescent lamp feels lower brightness? Discussion Threadwhy the new fluorescent lamp feels lower brightness? Electrical Advice

Hi all.
I just bought a box of T12 40w new fluorescent lamp that feels lower brightness than the existing one, why?
I don't know how to measure the brightness, just feeling.

thanks
Diyer

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How to Build a DIY Solar-Powered Emergency Radio? Discussion ThreadHow to Build a DIY Solar-Powered Emergency Radio? Electrical Advice

Building a solar-powered emergency radio is a great DIY project that combines practical preparedness with renewable energy. This project involves using basic electronic components and a small solar panel to create a self-sustaining radio that can be used during power outages or outdoor emergencies. Understanding the required parts, wiring, and solar...

 

Additional sockets on stud wall. Discussion ThreadAdditional sockets on stud wall. Electrical Advice

I will soon be adding some (2 or 3) additional sockets to an existing timber stud and plasterboard partition wall, and had some questions about mounting the back boxes:

• Can a metal back box be “side-mounted” to a timber stud? Ie, drill holes through the side wall of the back box instead of using the pre-drilled holes in the rear wall?
• Would this provide sufficient for a...

 

Any thoughts on 2-year-old GE dishwashing machine electrical issues? Discussion ThreadAny thoughts on 2-year-old GE dishwashing machine electrical issues? Electrical Advice

I have a 2-year-old GE dishwasher which several months ago began to not work. It turned on but soon shut off without starting the cleaning process. When this happened I went to the breaker box and flipped the dedicated switch for the dishwasher, waited a few seconds, then flipped it back. After doing this it...

 

Isolating switch needed? Discussion ThreadIsolating switch needed? Electrical Advice

Hi, I have an underfloor heating system in a room (just less than 2kW). It works absolutely beautifully but an electrician who came to swap a socket in that room said that it looked like a ‘lazy install’. He was unprofessional and a rip-off - so I want to get someone else to check it - but I don’t know what to ask for and I don’t want to be ripped off. The thermostat is wireless and in a suitable...