Electrical Advice

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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Breakers and buss appear to be overheating on a long-term basis Discussion ThreadBreakers and buss appear to be overheating on a long-term basis Electrical Advice

My 125A/240V service meter-main/load center is about ten years old, an Eaton MBE1224B125BTS, which (aside...

 

Electrical loop removal - help! Discussion ThreadElectrical loop removal - help! Electrical Advice

I moved into a house that had a double gang switch downstairs that controlled a downstairs and upstairs hallway lights. You could turn the upstairs one on from downstairs and off upstairs etc. The downstairs hallway light was just controlled by the downstairs switch. I want to disconnect any loop and just have upstairs controlling upstairs and downstairs controlling downstairs, both...

 

Just joined Discussion ThreadJust joined Electrical Advice

Been a sparky since my apprentiship in 1980, seen a lot of changes with mad regs and h&s. I've learnt a lot and I still learn something most weeks.
Anyways, hi all

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help with circuit design Discussion Threadhelp with circuit design Electrical Advice

I have been asked to provide a lighting circuit outdoors for 18 lights on a canopy. The circuit is fed from a toilet block that has a 100A supply to the meter.
The customer has now asked if they can have some extra sockets. They want a 16A commando socket around 60m from the board. They then want to future-proof to allow them to have 2 x 16A commando sockets and a 32A Comanndo socket 130m away from...

 

Regulation 14 EAWR 1989 Discussion ThreadRegulation 14 EAWR 1989 Electrical Advice

Morning all.

After some information requires Regulation 14 and live working.

What safety precautions must you do if you have exposed live conductors? Would PPE be enough or would you have to cover up exposed live conductors?
Thanks

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selv pelv felv & testing them Discussion Threadselv pelv felv & testing them Electrical Advice

Hi all hope everyone’s well.

Sorry this a long read but I really want to get my head around this… simplified questions at the bottom of the long read…
I’m struggling to understand it as there’s not many videos explaining it and lack of diagrams in GN3. I’ve been through bs7671 section 414 and read through forums on here and the selv pelv pages on TLC but I’m scratching my head even more...

 

s plan 8 zone ufh diagram? Discussion Threads plan 8 zone ufh diagram? Electrical Advice

as part of a re wire the house is having underfloor heating, via the boiler.

having spoken to the plumber he says they are going to be using a john guest 8 way mains voltage system

John Guest Speedfit - The World Leader in Push-fit Fittings, Pipe and Plastic Plumbing Systems - Mains Voltage System - Controls

hes told me they are having 4 stats on the ground floor, and one on the 1st...

 

JG UFH wiring control box no power Discussion ThreadJG UFH wiring control box no power Electrical Advice

I have a JG JGWC wired control centre which has lost power. Have been advised it is discontinued and replacement is JGWC4 which is differently wired internally?
Top is current one now discontinued
Bottom replacement one



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Time and Challenges in Electrical Schematic Design: Share Your Insights! Discussion ThreadTime and Challenges in Electrical Schematic Design: Share Your Insights! Electrical Advice

Hi everyone, I’m working on a small study to better understand practices and challenges in the field of electrical engineering, particularly around the design and modification of electrical schematics.

I’m curious: how much time do you usually spend creating or modifying electrical schematics, and do you...

 

Cost of new Pump Discussion ThreadCost of new Pump Electrical Advice

Hi, My Aunty has been quoted for a new pump and my cousin was there as-well and said what a nice guy he was etc
but they told me he said it might be unto £800 he was going to get a better make etc. But I just got him to post me a picture of the old pump


Now I know I always get good advice here-...

 

Can Login into Plumberstalk.net Discussion ThreadCan Login into Plumberstalk.net Electrical Advice

Hi, I can't login, can't request a new Password, nothing.
Anyone Else had this problem?

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Earthing at a light switch Discussion ThreadEarthing at a light switch Electrical Advice

My flat has been rewired, the old light switches have been replaced but the original metal box recessed into the wall and still in situ did not have an earth terminal. the electrician has renewed the wiring with twin and earth but just the earth loose with green sleeving over it. ie not connected to the metal base box. Is this ok and satisfactory.

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Marginally high CPC end to end readings Discussion ThreadMarginally high CPC end to end readings Electrical Advice

Sure this has come up before but yesterday testing after adding a spur and end to end readings on CPC come out about 0.2ohm over expected reading (was expecting about 1ohm from LL & NN (0.65)

Checked all sockets I could see (some were very old so suspect the sockets themselves might be a contributing factor) other possibility is JB under floor.

Question is would you...

 

Subject: Advice Needed on NVQ Level 3 and NAPIT/NEICC Registration Discussion ThreadSubject: Advice Needed on NVQ Level 3 and NAPIT/NEICC Registration Electrical Advice

Hey all,
I’m looking for some advice regarding my qualifications and registration. Here’s where I’m at:
• Level 2 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures) – 600/5498/0
• Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures) (2365-03) – 600/5499/2
• Level 3 Award in the...