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EF: RCD tripping only when high draw device and lighting ring is on.
RCD tripping only when high draw device and lighting ring is on. Hi. Wondering if anyone had any idea what might be happening. Last night I damaged a pendant light fitting by accident, not enough to stop it working. However later in the evening when my car charger started at 11:30PM the whole...
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EF: Can i install a new circuit or do minor works on a plastic consumer unit under the stairs which is the only escape route.
Can i install a new circuit or do minor works on a plastic consumer unit under the stairs which is the only escape route. I know it's only a C3 but I've been to quote jobs where previous electricians have told the client that they have to get it replaced to comply with current regulations...
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EF: Dimmer switch and normal switch on an intermediate switch
Dimmer switch and normal switch on an intermediate switch Probably a silly question as I haven’t come across it yet. On a 2 way switch I assume a dimmable lamp will work ok with 1 switch on a dimmer and the other on a normal light switch? So no dim when the normal light switch is pressed...
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EF: Door bell installation
Door bell installation I can't add to comments in the DIY area for some reason, but I'm opening this thread so I can make a comment. @littlespark made a very useful comment that you can still get the old "Ding-Dong" chimes and frankly I think they are great! Batteries last for years, no mains...
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EF: Anyone have a spare Legrande trunking marker?
Anyone have a spare Legrande trunking marker? Hi guys, Looking to see if anyone has one of these legrande/Salamandre jig markers lying around. Mine seems to have gone walkabouts. They were free a while back but I’m happy to pay for one if anyone has one spare. Don’t think they do them anymore...
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Another lovely old test meter... Robin M1015 MegOhm Insulation Continuity Tester Electricians Tool for sale online | eBay Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Robin M1015 MegOhm Insulation Continuity Tester Electricians Tool at the best online prices at eBay! Free...
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EF: What should I charge to install a EV charger
What should I charge to install a EV charger Hi I’ve been asked to quote and install a ev car charger on a domestic property as I haven’t quoted for one before and I usually do price work not day rate what would your recommend I charge it’s a fairly simple job as the main fuse is in the garage...
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EF: Fluke t5-1000 electric shock
Fluke t5-1000 electric shock Hi, Whilst using my fluke t5-1000 I’ve had an electric shock twice now, I’ve checked the leads and can’t see any damage or wire showing. I’ve stopped using it now but can’t figure out why it happened. Has anyone else experienced anything like this? Cheers Mike...
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EF: Books on Fault Finding Electronics
Books on Fault Finding Electronics Would anyone be able to recommend fault finding books or YouTube videos. I’m just looking to brush up on my knowledge. I currently work in fire and security. Books on Fault Finding Electronics to Continue reading... ElectriciansForums.net for the latest in...
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EF: Philips LED retrofit tubes & DALI, might this all go Pete Tong?
Philips LED retrofit tubes & DALI, might this all go Pete Tong? Hello EF, My first post in a long long time, I'm looking to swap out some tubes in a commercial unit that has a lighting control system in place, usual sort of stuff, some area's are dimmable via retractive switches and others...
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EF: Relevance of Table 41.3 where Additional Protection is present?
Relevance of Table 41.3 where Additional Protection is present? Reading of 411.3.2 and following suggests that compliance for disconnection <400ms may be obtained using either MCB or RCD. Where an RCD (RCBO in this case) is used for Additional Protection, is compliance with Zs specified in...
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EF: Which 4 awg is best for application? 4 THHN THWN-2?
Which 4 awg is best for application? 4 THHN THWN-2? need direction on which type of 4awg copper to buy. context is an 85 foot run on bedrock carrying 50v/50a from solar panels to battery house. will be in plastic/metal conduit. is there one type of 4awg that would be best? it seems the...
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EF: Looking For Domestic Electricians? - Post Your Jobs In This Forum!
Looking For Domestic Electricians? - Post Your Jobs In This Forum! Looking for a Domestic Electrician? Then please feel free to post in this forum category. Rules of this category! Do NOT post contact details in your posts - Use the forum messaging system to share those, you will get cold...
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EF: Electrical Labourer/ Mate/ Improver -Bedfordshire/Cambridge/ Hertfordshire
Electrical Labourer/ Mate/ Improver -Bedfordshire/Cambridge/ Hertfordshire Hi. Sorry if this is not allowed, but I'm on the hunt for my first electrical role. I've completed C&G level 1,2,3 currently doing my 18th edition and plan on doing my 2391 asap. However I'm eager to get on the tools...
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EF: Light on shop front
Light on shop front Hi Guys You may be able to help me out. We've inherited a job from previous Electrician. Light over shop front sign needs replacing. Whole unit soaked through and cant be fixed. Did have diffuser but this has also come off now and had it Any ideas how I can get direct...
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