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  1. F

    Help identifying wires

    Hello, disclaimer: this is DIY and I am rather ignorant about electrical works. I just moved into a new rental apartment and i wanted to connect lamps on the ceiling. Most come out with just 2 wires and so it's easy even for me to connect a lightbulb connector. But in the living room there are...
  2. pirate

    Can anyone help me with identifying this meter?

    This is a pic of my electricity meter for my Spanish apartment. I can cycle through the screens using the orange button, however I am trying to find an identifying "Meter Number" so I can go to the electricity supplier to arrange a change of payment method. Any clues gratefully received!
  3. mattgriff88

    Identifying fused switch?

    Hi, I have recently bought a house and I have a fused switch in my living room which I don't know what it's for. I believe it was a switch for a electric fireplace that has been removed but the switch was left there. How can I check and could I possibly change it to a single plug socket...
  4. Mr305worldwide

    Need help identifying parts on a DC motor

    Hi all I have a small DC motor that I pulled off from an ABS car module and need help identifying some parts in order to hopefully rebuild it. 1. Why does this motor have 3 carbon brushes instead two? 2. Why is there a large spring on the base? 3. Will replacing the carbon brushes with amazon...
  5. M

    Request advice: identifying a cable

    Today I had to PAT a microwave oven. All seems well, except it is wired in thin-looking cable: cable: 5.5 mm dia N wire with insulation 1.8 Bare wire, twisted, 0.7 Please am I right that this is 3 amp cable? The oven is a Proline ST22, rated 1200 watt; the plug has a 13A fuse; the cable has...
  6. Davidfredlee

    Help identifying plug

    Anyone know what this plug is called? I’m trying to find some under counter lights to fit them. Thanks
  7. T

    Identifying / dating old service head?

    Hello, we're looking at relocating the CU fairly urgently for a small business (retail shop) and came across this service head. Obviously need to safely isolate ahead of working on the CU but not come across this type before. We're assuming the cut out is probably at least 50 or 60 years old...
  8. I

    Identifying old Honeywell Timmer/Programmer

    I'm trying to identify a Honeywell Timer/Programmer which was current in the early 00s. It looks like an STC model of the period ( digital clock and two manual sliders for heating and water timing ), also can anyone help with a wiring diagram, Many thanks.
  9. C

    Help identifying dimmers

    Does anyone recognize these dimmers ? Trying to track down some replacements. I believe that they are MK from around the year 2000. Any help gratefully received.
  10. G

    help identifying a downlight

    good evening, does anyone recognise what brand this downlight might be? the closest ive found is at TLC but they seem to be out of stock. ☹️ I've got to go and replace it and don't really have the time for the hassle of 2 visits!! Many thanks in advance!
  11. T

    Help identifying wires from antique fan

    Restoring an old westinghouse desk fan from 1919. There are three wires coming from the fan head (motor) labeled G, Y, and R. Can these be identified for me, ie positive, negative, ground? Thanks!
    • thebigjoe1
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    • antique fan help identifying wires
    • Replies: 32
    • Forum: USA
  12. D

    Identifying pond connectors

    I have a 4 tour rock pool water fountain and it has a power pack which has 4 leads they screw in to it. I am desperately trying to find a replacement for the lead and screw ins but I have no idea what it is called if anyone could possibly help me I would be most grateful. Thanks in advance
  13. Marti

    Identifying an old Wylex CU Breaker

    I was asked to "just fit a bigger breaker" by a plumber who had installed an electric shower for a customer. Bit surprised he hadn't finished the task but I arrived with a DIN rail full of conventional, spring fitted MCB's. I've seen a fair amount of old kit (East London rentals are full of the...
  14. M

    Help Identifying Plug/Terminal

    Hey guys I was wondering if anyone could help me identify this terminal, its on an old microscopic appliance that Ive inherited i cant test or turn it on without working out what cable/terminal it needs, ive searched the internet and cant find anything clear and obvious There are many 3...
  15. S

    Identifying single pole wires for smart dimmer

    This should be simple... Master bedroom has a single pole switch leading to a new and perfectly working fixture. I'm trying to install a Feit smart wi-fi dimmer for it. The switch box contains a top cable with a black, white, red & ground wire and a bottom cable with a black and white cable. The...
    • Shawn B
    • Thread
    • dimmer identifying single single pole smart wires
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Lighting Forum
  16. T

    Identifying tape

    Hi I'm not a qualified professional electrician but I do repair laptops and pc's. Anyway my question is this. On a couple of cables there's a piece of tape. It looks to be woven from wire fibres and it's silver / grey in colour. Does anyone know what I'm talking about? I'd appreciate it...
  17. S

    Help in identifying this style of lighting

    Can anyone help identify. They seem to clip and pierce the wire. Looking for replacements or even different styles to replace.
  18. A

    Need help identifying safe AC adaptor

    Hi all, I'm trying to establish whether I can safely use an AC adaptor on a different device. Basically I have a UK plug on one adapter and I want to use that to power another device for which I only have an EU plug. I have attached pictures of the two adaptors below. Can anyone tell me if I...
  19. V

    Hello, we have a M35G 25040B Starter Motor and unsure of what it fits, can anyone tell us what this goes into??

    M35G 25040B Starter Motor and unsure of what it fits, can anyone tell us what this goes into?? 12V 9 tooth, earth return. we think maybe for a boat??
  20. Paul92688

    Help identifying part needed. Box missing lid.

    I am getting my dads house ready for sale. I need to fix a few things before it is listed. This piece needs a cover and I am not sure where to turn. No one at the hardware store to be found for help. Possibly you can help Thanks!!! Paul

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