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Hi Discussion ThreadHi Electrical Advice

Hi
I'm thinking of changing halogen lights with led and driver .
Is this classed as like for like ?

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DIY solar — looking for PV array test report Discussion ThreadDIY solar — looking for PV array test report Electrical Advice

I did a DIY solar install without appreciating the need for building regs. Yep that was daft, but here we are.

Hopefully will get the structural side sorted out.

On the electrical side, building control are asking for an 'electrical certificate/report regarding the electrical installation and connection of the panels', which is a bit too vague for my liking...

 

Wire connections for led fixtures Discussion ThreadWire connections for led fixtures Electrical Advice

I’m replacing a number of ceiling 4ft led fixtures and am wondering which kind of connectors would be best/appropriiate. Wire nuts, crimp-on or?
the fixtures are polycarbonate and supposedly moisture proof.

Regards
Fred

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Questions regarding garage supply. Discussion ThreadQuestions regarding garage supply. Electrical Advice

I have been asked to supply a garage/stables with some sockets, they are reluctant to have a CU due to cost and will be converting the whole space completely in the next 5 years or so and will do it ‘properly’ then and they just want some power out there for now.

There is a 32a MCB on the main CU in the house which feeds a junction box in what I believe to be 4mm T+E at the other...

 

Control circuit supply Discussion ThreadControl circuit supply Electrical Advice

I have recently purchased a used three phase oven in good working order. The control circuit is 220 v and is supplied from one of the phases and a neutral direct from the mains board.
I have been advised that for, safety reasons a 440v/220v transformer would have to be installed instead.
Is this correct,?
there is only one contacter and 2 relays in the control circuit.

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Socket on spur with cable in conduit Discussion ThreadSocket on spur with cable in conduit Electrical Advice

Hi. I'm hoping someone can help with a question about adding a socket as a spur onto a ring mains circuit (rcd protected at CU).
Its a 2 gang socket so max load could be 26A. The 2.5 TE cable is rated for 27A but this reduces to maybe 20A if its in buried in a wall in conduit (as it will be). Its not a long run (500 mm) and its unlikely anyone is going to plug two electric...

 

Hi all Discussion ThreadHi all Electrical Advice

Hi I'm just another retired spark, that occasionally gets asked a few questions that I can't answer, so I've joined here to learn the answers.
Visited many times in the past so I know there's an excellent knowledge base here.
Thanks for having me.

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Meter box RCD tripping Discussion ThreadMeter box RCD tripping Electrical Advice

The meter box RCD for my power outlets in my home trips at random times, approximately every 13 hours. Have used a portable RCD box to test every appliance plugged into outlets but the portable RCD doesn’t trip. Any ideas? Faulty outlet? Faulty RCD ( it’s 25-30 years old)?
No other circuit trips, (oven, pumps etc.) only the power outlets.
Driving me nuts.

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Metal conduit Discussion ThreadMetal conduit Electrical Advice

Does metal conduit need earthing , and if so what size ?

I’ve pulled twin and earth double insulated cable through old metal pipes, previously used for singles, the circuit is on a RCD.

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Use vehicle generation system to charge leisure batteries, replace with B2B charger retaining the existing wiring, or replace everything? Discussion ThreadUse vehicle generation system to charge leisure batteries, replace with B2B charger retaining the existing wiring, or replace everything? Electrical Advice

Hi all,

I'm in the UK. I purchased a VW Crafter van and intend to convert it into a campervan. I'm currently stripping it of the original racking and equipment fitted by the...

 

I have a Megger MFT 1721 everything works fine the button that lights up the screen and the switch button doesn't work. Discussion ThreadI have a Megger MFT 1721 everything works fine the button that lights up the screen and the switch button doesn't work. Electrical Advice

Hello!I have a Megger MFT 1721 everything works fine the button that lights up the screen and the switch button doesn't work.

When you press it it sounds like it's going but it doesn't work

Is it something in...

 

Reducing 20v ac to 6v ac Discussion ThreadReducing 20v ac to 6v ac Electrical Advice

I have an old 175 trail bike , the 6v light run direct from ac generator, however its putting out 20v ac, and blowing the bulb...rather than having the stator rebuilt , I wish to put in a reducer to drop the voltage..I believe a resistor will suffice, but what size ?
The headlamp is 25watt and tail light is 5watt
Thanks

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Hello Everyone Discussion ThreadHello Everyone Electrical Advice

Hello everyone, I am an engineer in a company. I found this forum when I was looking for information. I hope I can communicate and learn with anyone in the future.

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Wessex downlights Discussion ThreadWessex downlights Electrical Advice

Anyone else had problems with these flickering?fitted thirty,six have failed within a fortnight 🤬

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Trying to figure out what wires this uses. Discussion ThreadTrying to figure out what wires this uses. Electrical Advice

Hi there! I'm new, and want to figure out what type of wire I can use to connect it to an Arduino board. I don't know if this is the correct forum for this kind of stuff, but figure out just to post it. Here is the google drive link to the photo.

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CAPACITIVE REACTANCE Discussion ThreadCAPACITIVE REACTANCE Electrical Advice

A CAPACITOR TO BE CONNECTED PARLLEL WITH COIL IF THE REACTANCE HAS THE SAME VALUE, IN OHMS AS THE INDUCTIVE RACTANCE CALCULATE ABOVE CALCULATHE VALUE OF THE CAPACITOR​

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Advice on Burnt out wall socket Discussion ThreadAdvice on Burnt out wall socket Electrical Advice

Hi All

Wonder if someone can give me a little advice on a burnt out socket I’ve found today:

Socket has now been isolated at the fuse board and is on a small ring with only 2 other sockets and a 30amp rcd.

Items plugged into the socket were a tp-link smart plug, with a lamp connected to it, and a 4 way...

 

does anyone have any knowledge of a honeywell galaxy C2-20 version 1.5 Discussion Threaddoes anyone have any knowledge of a honeywell galaxy C2-20 version 1.5 Electrical Advice

i have the above panel and have a problem with the system not unsetting and going staight into alarm when entering the premises
System was working fine before it was reset due to losing the engineers code to add new circuits
its an existing circuit Zone 1001 - programmed final with 30 seconds entry/exit each...

 

Toyota Cressida GLX 1989 electrical short Discussion ThreadToyota Cressida GLX 1989 electrical short Electrical Advice

Hi guys. Electrical help needed please on MX83 1989 (Australia) Cressida GLX. We accidentally shorted a wire when mucking around with the reverse camera wiring at the rear lights for the head unit. Now there is no power to the electric windows, sunroof, climate control, rear demister. Located the circuit breaker in the footwell fuse panel and tried pushing a tooth...

 

Lower Ze resding Discussion ThreadLower Ze resding Electrical Advice

Hi,

I’m getting a very low loop impedance ze reading of 0.04. It’s seem way to low. Has anyone else got similar?

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