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    Liquidtight non-metallic flexible conduit.

    Hello can this conduit be used in crawlspace, under the deck outside, and outside running along siding? Will it fail inspection?
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    3183yag cable 1.5mm flexible for lighting ring

    Hello all, I think I might have done gone and ducked things up. We got a timer frame single story extension put on( 35sqm) For the Lighting circuit i used 3183yag multi strand flexible 1.5mm 3 core cable. Should I have used single strand?
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    Burying fiber in flexible conduit from house to garage

    Hello, I am burying a fiber optic cable so I have internet in my garage. I have purchased the following flexible conduit to run the fiber optic cable inside: Diameter of the Kabuflex 40 mm. *Inner diameter: 32 mm...
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    Flexible Auger Bit?

    I've noticed lots of USA youtube videos seem to show long flexible auger bits. Has anyone in the UK got one, is it any good, and where did you get it?! The only similar thing I know of is the Super-Rods one. Thanks!
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    Accessories for Flexible Conduit

    I’ve ordered some 25mm Adaptaflex but I’m struggling to find which connections I would need to go into 308/607 Wiska Boxes. I’ve seen these but I’m not sure if they are okay: https://www.cef.co.uk/catalogue/products/161819-m25-adaptalok-straight-fitting
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    Solar Flexible steel conduit as mechanical protection

    Hello I’m new to the forum (posting on it anyway). I could do with some advice... Over the last 2 years I have been subcontracted (labour only) to commission solar PV systems. Often these are newbuild properties and when I get there the panels are already on and the DC cabling done. About...
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    Flexible

    Hello, I am looking for advice on an alternative to metal flexible conduit. I do work in a factory and the remote foot switches and controls are wired with flexible steel conduit and constantly get distroyed. They were originaly just steel and were changed to pvc coated and lasted a bit better...
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    Double insulated flexible 25mm (max amps.)

    Hi guys can anyone help, few of the sparks over here in jersey are using 25mm double insulated flexible (15-16 strands) at supply intake for meters, 100Amp services single phase. My question is do you think the current carrying capacity will be higher on this type of cable than solid stranded...
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    Tri rated meter tails or flexible meter tails

    Hi everyone, Bought some Flexi meter tailes from a supplier today , Am I going crazy or that I marked up incorrect . The Flexi tiles I’m used to has 19 strands of copper or similar, opposed to the normal six or seven. The ones I’ve got today, Looked like finally stranded wire, at least 200...
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    Slim wire needed for cluster pendant

    Hi, I need some advice, I'm creating a cluster pendant with about 8 cables and G9 bulbs. I've been told I don't need an earth as the shades won't be metal, but if I google 2 core flex everything I find is around 6mm diameter or more. Is there anything slimmer I can use, even if that means having...
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    Flexible Conduit (N.Bundy job)

    Nick Bundy ddoes imo a really neat rcbo board and uses some flexi conduit to get his cables across the garage which imo looks quite neat. But he gets quite a bit of stick in the comments about it... View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmzsyYX2ths thoughts
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    SWA to external flexible cable

    I'm looking at adding an electric lock to our driveway gates The lock runs on 12v from a lock control module and I can pull an additional length of 1.5mm SWA through the underground conduit from the garage and terminate it into an IP65+ Wiska box using a 20S storm gland - that's all pretty...
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    USA flexible conduit adapter

    I have a 1-1/2 in. dia Non Metallic UL Liquid Tight Electrical Conduit with a straight connector. Straight connector is a male fitting [twist], I need to reduce this to a 3/4 inch dia male [slip]. How do i do this? I can't seem to find a fitting?
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    Cord grip connection

    Good day, can i connect a pvc cord grip to a pvc conduit or pvc flexible conduit? The cord grip is also connected in a pvc junction box. Thanks everyone
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    4mm double insulated flexible wire

    Hi there, I’m looking for some 4mm double insulated electrical wire preferably in 3phase colours. I currently work on service lifts and one of the tests we have to do is check the current on each phase when it’s in operation. It’s done using a 415v or 690v plug and socket with single core wires...
  16. Midwest

    Flexible Cable for appliances

    As above, is there a specific standard of flexible cable for portable appliances, e.g vacuum cleaner or can any 3182y etc cable be used?
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    Connecting rigid conduit to flexible conduit

    Good evening all, My first posting on this site. Some advice on the following would be greatly appreciated. Am I right in thinking that the best way of connecting rigid conduit to flexible conduit is by screwing the gland on the flexible conduit into a female adapter? Or is it acceptable to...
  18. Leader

    Where can I get these?

    I need to purchase the below but I'm having trouble finding the right cable in the right size. Any ideas? 1.5mm 3 core H05VV-FG 2.5mm 3 core H05V2V2-F I only need a couple of meters of each. Cheers
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    Garden lighting

    hello guys I have a garden lighting install coming up, Everything is decided apart from the type of cable to use. We have bedding lighting on a 30ma RCD so I assume I can do away with SWA or if anyone has any suggestions?
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    Spanish wiring method of wiring for recessed downlights

    Hi I am a qualified uk electrician with 17th edition and 2391 etc. Just bought a small apartment in Spain and am having new lowered ceilings fitted. An ideal time to install down lights and ceiling lights to replace all the wall lights. I understand the Spanish way of wiring. Flexible conduit...

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