Electrical Advice

Inspection&Test and EICR Discussion ThreadInspection&Test and EICR Electrical Advice

Hi guys,
As a qualified electrician, do you need to be registered with a Scheme in order to carry out Inspection&Test and EICR? It is not notifiable anyway! According to the Regs being competent is sufficient, but you never know, every day we hear a new thing . I have completed the Verification, Inspection and testing course to be on the safe side!

Inspection&Test and EICR for the original...

 

Space needed between ceiling and roof Discussion ThreadSpace needed between ceiling and roof Electrical Advice

Want to raise a ceiling which will then mean only 5cm between ceiling and roof.

Whats the minimum space allowed for the wires between ceiling and roof? (Its a flat roof)

Is it ok if insulation is also there?

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Changing a ceiling rose to 2 wire light fitting Discussion ThreadChanging a ceiling rose to 2 wire light fitting Electrical Advice

Hello,

Trying to change an older ceiling rose into a new light fitting, which only has a 2 cable attachment.
I actually forgot to take a picture of it wired in this time, annoying.

I realise it doesn't need earthing, but there is an additional wire, blue with red casing around it.
Not sure what I'm meant to do with that?
Also assume it's ok to fit the 3...

 

How do you call this thing in English? Discussion ThreadHow do you call this thing in English? Electrical Advice

Hey, guys, It is in a HV relay protection cabinet, and it enables/disables a protective fuction.

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Need help! Discussion ThreadNeed help! Electrical Advice

Hello guys, need your helps now, my question is how do you call this thing on a HV relay protection cabinet in English? it enable/disable a protection function.

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Strange reminder thing. Discussion ThreadStrange reminder thing. Electrical Advice

What on earth is this 'currently reading' popup for?:

I know my memory isn't great but I don't forget what thread I'm reading half way through it!

Strange reminder thing. for the original thread on Electricians Forums

 

Snagging on a new build Discussion ThreadSnagging on a new build Electrical Advice

Just brought a new build and Snaggers have picked a few things

1.no insect mesh in extractor fans which I can’t find in building regs?

2.utility room extractor fan isn’t a humidistat (it’s got an opening window) does it need to be a humidistat or standard is fine?

3. Fuse board (picture attached)

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Recessed lighting Discussion ThreadRecessed lighting Electrical Advice

Sheath Cabling not enclosed in enclosure would be a Classification code C2.
These type of fittings were fitted maybe 25+ years ago, how did that happen

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UHF wiring help Discussion ThreadUHF wiring help Electrical Advice

Morning all, just after some help with some UFH wiring on my job im doing

Doing an extension which has UFH in the extension with its own UH4, hard wired stats and zone valve (all working and firing as should)

There is an additional loop in the existing house with has its own UH4, one hard wired stat, zone valve (separate location to the UH4) and a pump, I currently have a 3core cable going from the zone valve to the...

 

Antique motor wiring Discussion ThreadAntique motor wiring Electrical Advice

Hey all

I have an old motor that I would like to repurpose. Its an old Lister/Hoover

I have searched the net but cannot find any specifics on its wiring. It says 200/220V but I am not sure which terminals to connect to and if I need to check anything else

There are 4 terminals at the rear and what appears to be an oil port for...

 

In-line Fan with 2 switch lines Discussion ThreadIn-line Fan with 2 switch lines Electrical Advice

Did anyone fit a Vent-axia Multivent MVDC-MSH or similar fan with 2 switch lines.
So I have bathroom and a tea point. Both of the same in-line fan. I have connected each of the independent switch lines to dedicated Sl1 and Sl2 terminals in the fan. Unfortunately when in one room lights are on then straight other room light on to troughs the Ls . If somebody knows how to correct connect...

 

Concerning EICR coding Discussion ThreadConcerning EICR coding Electrical Advice

Out of interest, what are your opinions on coding what I call 'technical C2s'. We all know what the regs say, and going off that a C2 is a C2, simple.. but there are definitely times when that's a bit grey. For example...
Exposed basic insulation is a straight C2 going by the letter of the book, but what if that exposed cable is caused by a small section of missing trunking 7 feet up a wall in a plant...

 

EIC particulars of installation referred to in certificate Discussion ThreadEIC particulars of installation referred to in certificate Electrical Advice

Hi All
I need help with completing EIC. The section i cant quite grasp is where for asks for particulars of installation referred to in certificate. I am installing 2 new radial circuits but not sure what to fill in on form. Im working on a large job where the origin is fed from a 3000A ACB that suppies a LV panel, that panel then...

 

Recommend for micro inverter for 2 panels Discussion ThreadRecommend for micro inverter for 2 panels Electrical Advice

Could someone recommend for micro inverter for 2 panels on a garage tided in?

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ElectriciansForums on Facebook Discussion ThreadElectriciansForums on Facebook Electrical Advice

Okay guys, I'm giving into it. I'm getting an electricians facebook page and group.

So here's what I need from those who use Facebook.

1. Like our page
2. Join our "Electricians on Facebook" group
3. Join our ElectriciansForums Find an Electrician group

Thank you kindly sirs and madams.

Please then add your electrical friends and suppliers and things to the groups...

 

Have I possibly damaged the underfloor heating mat? Discussion ThreadHave I possibly damaged the underfloor heating mat? Electrical Advice

So I’m fitting an electric underfloor heating mat by pro warm. I was testing it for continuity between L N and got 88ohms which is what it should be according to the instructions.

It says to do IR test at 500V but it doesn’t say between which colours. So I did L N and got 0.00ohms. Have I damaged the mat? I realised after maybe I shouldn’t have...

 

Installer wanted to supply and fit 6 station intercom Newport South Wales Discussion ThreadInstaller wanted to supply and fit 6 station intercom Newport South Wales Electrical Advice

Hi,
I am looking for an installer to supply and fix a 6 station replacement voice only with trade access button in Newport South Wales.

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Anyone looking to buy a megger mft1741 Discussion ThreadAnyone looking to buy a megger mft1741 Electrical Advice

Used condition
Comes with all test leads and manuals
Carry bag
**missing charging cable but has the batteries with it

Works perfectly fine never had any issues

Looking around £300 willing to travel certain amount of the way or collection

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Safe isolation Discussion ThreadSafe isolation Electrical Advice

Hi everyone,

I hope you are all well and having a good week.

I would like to ask a question regarding safe isolation in one particular case.

I know we have to lock off/tag off the circuit we are working on, but what if there are two electricians attending the job?

Scenario:

Two qualified electricians, both with LVCP (Low Voltage Competent Person) certificates, are working on an external lighting circuit with...

 

Flashing LEDs when fan and lights off Discussion ThreadFlashing LEDs when fan and lights off Electrical Advice

Good afternoon everyone.
I have fitted an extractor fan in my bathroom with an overrun timer, to start when the bathroom led lights are turned on. I have wired the feed to the fan via an adjustable overrun timer and DP isolator with the SL for the fan timer coming from the light switch.

The issue is with lights and fan off the LEDs are flickering dimly - this stops when the...

 

Hi guys my names Clark i recently joined a new pharma project as QA/QC. I am currently reviewing ITPs for the client and this is a first for me Discussion ThreadHi guys my names Clark i recently joined a new pharma project as QA/QC. I am currently reviewing ITPs for the client and this is a first for me Electrical Advice

I ITPs are for anything from BUSBAR connections to Cabling to instrumentation VSDs and so on. Can anyone or is anyone in the position where they could either send me...

 

Tesla wall connector gen 3 Discussion ThreadTesla wall connector gen 3 Electrical Advice

Hi

I have a job coming up with a Tesla Ev point. From what I read you need a Matt e box which is fine. It looks to me like it has no load limiting built into it and has no CT for this is this correct? This seems crazy to me.

This also means you can't limit it to 60a and notify afterwards, seems a poor bit of kit for a premium brand that it is missing these two safety elements.

Cheers

Tesla...

 

Littlespark’s collection Discussion ThreadLittlespark’s collection Electrical Advice

Not everyone’s cup of tea, but as you see from my profile, I like a bit of science fiction and Lego.... so I’m starting a thread. One official Lego set from my collection per day... should take about 6 months!


In no particular order.... I’ll start with a recent eBay purchase. Missing a few very small parts, but I’ll get them replaced soon enough.

Set 21306, starring John, Paul, George and...

 

24 module DB to include 16 MCBs Discussion Thread24 module DB to include 16 MCBs Electrical Advice

I am looking for a 24 module DB to include isolator, 16 MCBs, 2 RCDs and a SPD. So far all I have seen is an Excel board, which I have never used. I tend to use BG boards.

Has anyone used these boards? and what are your thoughts?

Area there other boards available? I have to admit my search was about 20 minutes long, before I came here to ask the question. Any help/thoughts would be...

 

Condensation in outside light. Discussion ThreadCondensation in outside light. Electrical Advice

I have recently fitted 6 outside lights, recessed into a wall. 2 of these have started to get a lot of condensation into them. From the picture you can see it all over the inside of the cover, but there are also droplets on the inside top of the light, and also a small amount of water in the bottom of the unit.

The lights are in walls that get damp. There are no drain holes inside the...

 

Wanted old switch Gear..Mem Bill Discussion ThreadWanted old switch Gear..Mem Bill Electrical Advice

Hello.....
Wanted old Mem Bill(with the red logo) silver switch gear for museum display...Kingston upon Hull...can anyone help

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Bypass pactrol weather watcher Discussion ThreadBypass pactrol weather watcher Electrical Advice

Hi guys
I have a faulty pactrol weather watcher which controls the night storage heaters this is now obsolete and I can't find a replacement anywhere. My question is can this be removed and bypassed.
I already have a e7 meter that does the switching so can the weather watcher be linked out so the meter activates the contactor for the Off-peak board.
Any help appreciated

Bypass...

 

Why are all the other cores becoming live??? (Video) Discussion ThreadWhy are all the other cores becoming live??? (Video) Electrical Advice

Can someone please help me understand what the hell is going on here???

This 3c E was in flexi conduit and the same problem was happening as shown in the video. I have pulled it out to do it like this for testing purposes.

I have tried with 3 different pieces of 3c E. all tested open between all cores on continuity. All cores tested >1049 on...

 

Can i Fit my own consumer unit Discussion ThreadCan i Fit my own consumer unit Electrical Advice

Hi I am a time served electrician with 40 years experience in the maintance industry , i have 18th edition , can i replace my own consumer unit ? I have my own earth loop impedance tester , Rcd tester any thoughts

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What’s the best way to fix this small gap in the consumer unit? Discussion ThreadWhat’s the best way to fix this small gap in the consumer unit? Electrical Advice

No idea why this has happened…
What’s the best way of fixing this? I’m thinking of buying a plastic blank to push in and cutting it to fit in?

What’s the best way to fix...