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FP200 3 phase rating? Discussion ThreadFP200 3 phase rating? Electrical Advice

Writing up a sizable EICR, one circuit is utilizing FP200 type cable (don't know the exact brand sorry I know they differ) for a 3 phase condenser, but the only ratings I can find for any softskin cables state single phase AC.

Is 3ph AC even permissable?

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Main Earth and Gas Bond Discussion ThreadMain Earth and Gas Bond Electrical Advice

Folks need advice. House I am working on. TT earthing. The rod is closer to the gas pipe/meter box than the Consumer Unit. I wondered why I could find no bonding conductor in the CU. It appears someone took the Main Earth 16mm cable from the earth rod to the gas pipe and then onto the Consumer Unit. The cable is not broken and continuous. II can't see this being correct but can't establish where in...

 

Insulation resistance problem Discussion ThreadInsulation resistance problem Electrical Advice

Hi all,

Stuck on another job here IR testing. It's a simple 3 bed semi and after short put L-N at board and testing to earth, I'm getting 0.16 Mohms.

I've disconnected main incoming neutral, no surge protection of any kind in the house, I've taken out all lamps and plugged out anything I could find plugged and the same reading is coming up. It's a small board thats also supplying a...

 

Am I mad Discussion ThreadAm I mad Electrical Advice

Prior to the rewire and fitting a new DB, I asked the apprentices. Does anything or things grab your attention and awareness with this old Wylex Fuse Box.??? (it was isolated).

We had Colours, Sleeving, double insulated etc etc.

I must be going mad.

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2365/615 Question 5 Help please Discussion Thread2365/615 Question 5 Help please Electrical Advice

I'm just wondering if anyone can point me in the right direction with this question I'm struggling to work it out.


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Neff Oven grill switch knob gets hot Discussion ThreadNeff Oven grill switch knob gets hot Electrical Advice

After a few minutes the knob gets too hot to holfd<60c
The connections on the switch body stay cool.
The grill works fine.
Should I replace the switch asap/sometime?

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You may now upload massive images. Discussion ThreadYou may now upload massive images. Electrical Advice

Could do with doing some testing as to what we want the limits to be.

Try upload some normal photos from your phones and tablets and you on that PC do a screen shot or cam shot but clothes on this time please.

Let's see what we end up with getting through and I'll make some adjustments. I've already configured it but it speaks in KB and also dimensional pixels length and...

 

Motor wiring Discussion ThreadMotor wiring Electrical Advice

Hi, been given the task of installing a second hand radial arm saw in a workshop. Unfortunately the control panel is not there. This is what I have to connect, I assume there needs to be a starter & overload.
Thinner wires go to switch on saw but no clue of the actual connections if anyone has any ideas. Cheers...

 

Purpose of 110V 3 phase? Discussion ThreadPurpose of 110V 3 phase? Electrical Advice

Hi,

I have taken over a design engineering job for industry.

The design is using a 400V/110V transformer. Usually, the 110V is single phase. However, in this case it is giving 110V 3 phase 32A.

The 110v 3 phase is for use with 4P 110V socket to run a pump.

Being in the UK, I am used to seeing 110V single phase for this application.

Can someone explain why the 3phase option will have been...

 

How can I wire 3 lights to 2 PIR sensors Discussion ThreadHow can I wire 3 lights to 2 PIR sensors Electrical Advice

Hello,

Disclaimer: Not a qualified electrician but just doing some DIY as a hobby, I've wired up my own Fused Spur before so I know the basics.

I want to be able to wire up 3 20W Lights up to 2 PIR sensors on opposite sides of a fence. These must terminate to a standard UK plug socket due to it being at the end of a garden next to a standalone garage (don't mind...

 

2365 evening course advice Discussion Thread2365 evening course advice Electrical Advice

Hi, I'm currently doing level 2 2365 course 1 evening a week and I'm 8 months in and only have the practical (204) left to do. OK, so up until now we haven't touched anything practical, its all been theory based and a case of being handed a PowerPoint handout and sent on your way and doing it at home which is fine i get there needs to be alot of work done outside of college. Started the practical...

 

Wiring a new 2 gang switch from a single two way switch. Discussion ThreadWiring a new 2 gang switch from a single two way switch. Electrical Advice

I want to wiring in some new lights in an old shed I have. There’s an existing light switch for the toilet that powers a light, a fan and fan isolator, and it works fine. The shed can be dark in winter and I want to put a couple of lights in it with a switched light for the outside, and a light for inside. I believe I’ll need to wire in...

 

Join us to celebrate PCBWay 10th anniversary Discussion ThreadJoin us to celebrate PCBWay 10th anniversary Electrical Advice

If you are an electronics engineer, student, or hobbyist, here is great news for you all. PCBWay is celebrating its 10th Anniversary !! So if you are searching for a PCB prototype with an amazing discount then here it is.

PCBWay is one of the most experienced PCB...

 

Twisted solid copper wire. Discussion ThreadTwisted solid copper wire. Electrical Advice

Hello,

When I bought my flat it came with all wiring installed (220V). When I looked at consumer unit I noticed that wiring is done with twisted solid copper wire. This means that they took 2x1.5mm as Live and 2x1.5mm as Neutral

something like this but solid copper instead...

 

Omega Juicer Discussion ThreadOmega Juicer Electrical Advice

I'm dealing with an Omega VSJ843RSG vertical juicer that appears to be dead. The mains switch and fuses are all good.
I can't find a circuit, service manual or disassembly instructions – access is seemingly tricky, and the circuit board, at present, is inaccessible.
I am wondering whether anyone might have knowledge of the unit or access to a service manual.
Thanks for any advice.

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Has my UK property had its 10 year inspection performed correctly? Discussion ThreadHas my UK property had its 10 year inspection performed correctly? Electrical Advice

I have a property that was built (barn conversion) in 2008. I have the corresponding electrical inspection certificate dated 10-Jul-08, which states performed in accordance with BS7671 2001, amended to March 2004.

I since had an inspection in 2014 with no issues reported.

I have recently had an inspection and have...

 

Gas and water bonding Discussion ThreadGas and water bonding Electrical Advice

Water stop tap is on the complete opposite side of the house with no easy route without a fair amount of damage to decoration. Routing the cable around the property on the outside isn’t possible as it’s a mid terrace.

Any suggestions on what would be possible?

Is cross bonding from the gas pipes acceptable in the case?

Thanks

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Bonding gas and water Discussion ThreadBonding gas and water Electrical Advice

Hi, so I’m on a job currently and there’s no bonding to gas or water!

Gas isn’t an issue, as the meter is in the same cupboard and the consumer unit.

Water stop tap is on the complete opposite side of the house with no easy route without a fair amount of damage to decoration. Routing the cable around the property on the outside isn’t possible as it’s a mid terrace.

Any suggestions on what would be...

 

Makita xrt01 18 volt Discussion ThreadMakita xrt01 18 volt Electrical Advice

Selling my Makita xrt01 18 volt brushless cordless rebar tying tool kit, It is a tested working unit. It comes with 2 batteries, charger, wire tyer, 10 rolls of wire and the case. It is a working unit. Check out the pictures.


Price: $1,200

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free energy Discussion Threadfree energy Electrical Advice

my youtube suggestions keep sending me this poo.
loads of different videos and i cant see how they are doing it.
it is obviously excrement but i cant see what the trick is to make it look real.

View: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/bVgJ9T5NM1Q

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