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Level 3 Electrical & Electrical Engineering Discussion ThreadLevel 3 Electrical & Electrical Engineering Electrical Advice

I am 40 and joing a level 3 electrical & electrical engineering course in college. I only did A-levels in electronics and that was so long ago I have forgotten alot.

I still do abit of electrics' ie. building single phase IP65 control panels for a gaming rig. It includes 240AC withyour usual MCB.s ; fuses, busbars and 24VDC circuits. So practically I am abit...

 

Level 3 Electrical & Electrical Engineering Discussion ThreadLevel 3 Electrical & Electrical Engineering Electrical Advice

I am 40 and joing a level 3 electrical & electrical engineering course in college. I only did A-levels in electronics and that was so long ago I have forgotten alot.

I still do abit of electrics' ie. building single phase IP65 control panels for a gaming rig. It includes 240AC withyour usual MCB.s ; fuses, busbars and 24VDC circuits. So practically I am abit...

 

How Cable Cleats Revolutionize Cable Management: Key Benefits Explained Discussion ThreadHow Cable Cleats Revolutionize Cable Management: Key Benefits Explained Electrical Advice

In what ways do cable cleats transform traditional cable management practices, and what specific benefits do they offer in terms of safety, durability, and efficiency in both residential and industrial applications?

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Tesla 12v for towing Discussion ThreadTesla 12v for towing Electrical Advice

Evening to all

Our Tesla doesn’t have a permanent 12V to any of the pins on its towing plug. Apparently this was done away with when they started installing the new batteries.

I’ve zero knowledge in car electrics and Tesla have said they’ve nothing planned for reinstating the 12V supply as it used to be.

Is there a simple enough way of doing this myself? Believe there’s a 12V cigarette lighter somewhere...

 

I can't find work online Discussion ThreadI can't find work online Electrical Advice

I just got my level 2. I've been looking online, and although I heard there is a shortage of electricians, I can not find any jobs online. How are people getting entry-level jobs in this industry? I also have a Sentinel card so I can work on the railways as well but again can not find even trackman jobs.

there has to be work, where is it advertised?

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What exactly happens during an RCD test? (Methods 1 & 2) Discussion ThreadWhat exactly happens during an RCD test? (Methods 1 & 2) Electrical Advice

Sorry this is a bit of a long read but I’d be extremely grateful if someone can help me understand RCDs and testing methods of them.

I know RCD test applies a fault current but in what way? I understand how continuity/IR and the other test work so it helps me know what to do, what’s going on, what to look for etc but I’m a bit stuck on...

 

Pricing Discussion ThreadPricing Electrical Advice

Hi,

What's everyone's preferred way of pricing? I've never done per point but seen that quote a lot of people do it that way. Just doing an extension at the minute with the following,

14 spots
1 island pendant
4 outside lights
4 gang modular switch
1 new 6mm hob circuit
1 new 2.5mm radial circuit (1 point)
10 sockets
new water bond 5 metres (stop tap has been moved)

All white accessories, what would people do per point on this...

 

Trailing Edge Pull Cord Dimmer Switch. Discussion ThreadTrailing Edge Pull Cord Dimmer Switch. Electrical Advice

I want to fit a Trailing Edge Pull Cord Dimmer Switch in the bathroom with 2 dimmable LED bulbs.
LED dimming range is 5-100w for the switch.
Light fitting takes two bulbs.
What is the Max Wattage of each dimmable LED bulb that I can safely use?
Thanks, John.

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Ip rating top of consumer unit Discussion ThreadIp rating top of consumer unit Electrical Advice

Hi all, if you have a consumer unit with holes in the top bigger than 1mm but it is butted up against the ceiling is this acceptable? as it is not readily accessible? but technically would be if you lifted upstairs floorboards?

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Extraneous conductive part test Discussion ThreadExtraneous conductive part test Electrical Advice

Hi all, im aware of the test needed to be done when trying to find out if a metallic object is an extraneous conductive part but for example, if you had a copper water supply system in a house that is fed with a plastic incomer pipe out the ground you will always receive a low resistance reading due to multiple connections within the system ie at the boiler and water heating tank, is...

 

Ramp up AND ramp down LED driver... do they exist? Discussion ThreadRamp up AND ramp down LED driver... do they exist? Electrical Advice

Before I build this thing from scratch, I just want to see if anyone has come across a pre-existing LED driver that does this...

Myself and some neighbours want to install LED strip lighting around our driveways, triggered via PIRs. Tried a strip my work had spare and it looked great. But, we all agreed, it would be nice for them to dim up when the...

 

Off-grid Giandel inverter with 2 AC outputs wired into 2 separate RCBOs - weird or normal RCD behaviour? Discussion ThreadOff-grid Giandel inverter with 2 AC outputs wired into 2 separate RCBOs - weird or normal RCD behaviour? Electrical Advice

Hi All,

Looking for some advice into my build.

What I've basically done is add additional RCD protection to my 100% off-grid 12V 3300W Inverter system by adding RCBO breakers to both AC outputs of the inverter (12V Giandel 3300W 240V)...

 

Wiring behind coving Discussion ThreadWiring behind coving Electrical Advice

My new to me house has concrete floors ground and first floor and the existing wiring is in trunking conduit all exposed.

So I want the wiring hidden in coving is this allowed.

Thanks

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AJAX 2 way dimmer wiring Discussion ThreadAJAX 2 way dimmer wiring Electrical Advice

I'd like to replace the existing top and bottom landing switches for a set of AJAX 2-way smart dimmers.
Before I splash out, I thought its best to understand if these dimmers are compatible with the existing wiring.
The lighting circuit is wired in the 2 plate method with neutrals available at the switches and a 3-core cable between the two.
The issue I'm having is the manufacturers wiring...

 

Spur for garage supply Discussion ThreadSpur for garage supply Electrical Advice

Hello everyone, planning an install were it is impossible to get back to the cu.

Currently have a outdoor socket (on a ring with rcd protection) which i am planning on spurring of and putting a 13fused spur next to it. From here (loadside) a 2.5mm armoured has already been installed for approx meters underground to get to the garage. In the garage will be 1 x double socket and then a fused down 3amp...

 

Recommended outdoor double socket Discussion ThreadRecommended outdoor double socket Electrical Advice

These vary a lot in price, specification, design and build quality, what would be the recommended make and type?

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How to replace double pole light switch with smart switch Discussion ThreadHow to replace double pole light switch with smart switch Electrical Advice

I want to replace a double pole light switch that I currently have in my hallway cupboard that controls my porch light. I want to replace this with a smart light switch so that I can control it remotely without having to open and hallway cupboard every time which is very inconvenient. The switch that I intend to purchase is the SONOFF...

 

UFH Thermostat model help Discussion ThreadUFH Thermostat model help Electrical Advice

Hi,

I'm looking for some help with an UFH thermostat that I can't find the model of. All I can see is that it's made by Rehau. Installed roughly 2008-09.

I'm trying to set the schedule on the device but the symbols aren't obvious what they are trying to communicate so I want to find the manual online.

Is anyone able to suggest what model I need to be searching for?

Or alternatively what the...

 

Using manual transfer switch to distribute power Discussion ThreadUsing manual transfer switch to distribute power Electrical Advice

The application is providing AC to a camper. The goal is to provide AC input to charge a solar 'generator' when the camper is connected to shore power. Then, when the camper is disconnected from shore power the transfer switch is moved to Position #2 for the solar generator to provide AC power to the camper. To accomplish this goal I tap into the...

 

ideal combi mechanical timer Discussion Threadideal combi mechanical timer Electrical Advice

anyone any experience of these ?
moved house and boiler has mechanical timer ,ideal combi 30,heating comes on when switch set to permanant but with the clock set at the current time it doesnt seem to rotate there is also a thermostat in the hallway.
are they prone to failure ?

Thanks

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