Is a keyswitch required for HMO emergency lighting? Discussion ThreadIs a keyswitch required for HMO emergency lighting? Electrical Advice
Hi all,
I'm technically a 'trainee' but in a months time I will finally have all the qualifications to apply for an approved electrician jib card.
The...
14 day holiday Discussion Thread14 day holiday Electrical Advice
Hi just to annoy everyone I will be taking a 14 day break from electricians forums poisonous atmosphere for the good of my own health and others .Still a paid up member but would like everyone to think of Dan's advise about...
Thoughts on an old ISCO AC DNO supply? Discussion ThreadThoughts on an old ISCO AC DNO supply? Electrical Advice
Hi all
What’s your thoughts on this supply? Came across it recently and wasn’t sure whether to mention it to DNO as it’s quite old but not sure if it warrants it or not.
Thoughts...
What's the best choice for on site EV charger testing? Discussion ThreadWhat's the best choice for on site EV charger testing? Electrical Advice
Plan to purchase a set of EV charger testing tool. But want to know what's the best choice, competitive price and can do as much as possible testing...
How to connect these switches? Transformer etc Discussion ThreadHow to connect these switches? Transformer etc Electrical Advice
Hey I’m finding it hard to connect these would love some guidance on how to connect wire colours
How to connect these switches? Transformer etc for the original...
TT - Consumer Tails Protection Discussion ThreadTT - Consumer Tails Protection Electrical Advice
Quick question, Do TT earthing systems consumer tails require RCD protection?
I believe they do, but I rarely see them on short tails? Does it only apply when the tails are over three meter...
Eurovision 2025 Discussion ThreadEurovision 2025 Electrical Advice
Thought I'd start a thread and get our resident eurovision superfan help us all understand the entries and things. @littlespark
(Excuse me if there is one already, close this and move the other thread to here for me)...
Sparky Sale! This Weekend Only! Discussion ThreadSparky Sale! This Weekend Only! Electrical Advice
Hi everyone,
Get great deals on Sparky Essentials this weekend only!
The Spit Starter Pack is £499.99 (ex vat), a 6-pack of VDE screwdrivers is £27.99 (ex vat) from CK Tools, and the ViperClip...
Free cctv installation courses ? Discussion ThreadFree cctv installation courses ? Electrical Advice
He guys
Does anyone known of any?
Friend of mine was telling me some brands of CCTV offer courses to specialise in their cameras.
Is anyone aware of any companies that provide this ?
Free...
Ring final circuit results. Discussion ThreadRing final circuit results. Electrical Advice
Hey guys as some of you will know I'm studying electrical installation at York college.
I've been trying to get some practice in with my MFT.
My results were for the ring circuit.
r1. 0.65
rn. 0.65
r2...
Really need to chat with one of the Scottish members who know their Parts B & F for Scotland Discussion ThreadReally need to chat with one of the Scottish members who know their Parts B & F for Scotland Electrical Advice
And here's why....
My long suffering Aussie owns a place in Scotland...
EasyCert - Amendment 3 Update Discussion ThreadEasyCert - Amendment 3 Update Electrical Advice
Has anybody had any experience updating EasyCert software to Amendment 3? As the website currently still refers to the update being amendment 2 2022. Any information would be appreciated? Cheers...
External EV Cable - How far from Hot Tub? Discussion ThreadExternal EV Cable - How far from Hot Tub? Electrical Advice
Hi;
In order install an EV Charging point at the rear of our Garden for the Odd Designated parking bays we have, the reinforced cable for such would have to run the length of...
EV Pod cable (not charging cable) running close to hot tub. Discussion ThreadEV Pod cable (not charging cable) running close to hot tub. Electrical Advice
Hi;
In order to install an EV Charging point at the rear of our Garden for the Odd Designated parking bays we have, the reinforced cable...
question about LED lights Discussion Threadquestion about LED lights Electrical Advice
I have a bar light that the bulbs burned out. It had E11 bulbs with .1watt each with a 2 batties with double AA in it to run. I am looking at changing this up to install a power supply into it, with six E11...
Earth tag requirement Discussion ThreadEarth tag requirement Electrical Advice
My rental property was deemed non-compliant with electrical code because the earth stake wasn't labelled as per 5.5.1.3.
5.5.1.3 also says "Exception: Where the method of connection to the electrode precludes...
Mechanical ventilation commisioning cert. Discussion ThreadMechanical ventilation commisioning cert. Electrical Advice
I've fitted a couple of in-line fans in an office refurb which are for a toilet and a shower just like I have done many times in the past over the years. Because of the...
EICR bonding connection not visible/accessible Discussion ThreadEICR bonding connection not visible/accessible Electrical Advice
What is the case in if you carry out an EICR and you cannot get to the connections of gas/water bonding to get a reading?
The gas meter is outside but I see no bond...
Isolator in the outdoor electrical box Discussion ThreadIsolator in the outdoor electrical box Electrical Advice
Hi there,
I'm planning to replace the MCB on my outdoor electrical box with a better quality one, and since there is already an isolator installed by ESB Networks, as a DIY I can...
Solar hot water controller Discussion ThreadSolar hot water controller Electrical Advice
Hi all
I have a viridian solar clearline v200 controller which has failed. The warranty on the unit is 2 years and it's 2.5 years old. Having spoken to them they aren't willing to help me at all and no...