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  1. VoltzElectrical

    Megger 1553

    I already read the thread on this but the answers didn't help. I need to get my !553 apart and have taken the 4 screws out. The unit will start to part but there appears to be something holding the two halves together at the top. Does anybody know how to open one of these up? I spoke to Megger...
  2. S

    Surface mounting threads for switch plate screws are wrung off.

    Hi everyone, As you know each surface mount box for a lighting switch has two threaded metal tabs for the screws to attach the front switch plate. On one of our boxes the threads have been wrung off and as a result the screws no longer tighten. Is there a solution to this problem, without...
    • StepOne
    • Thread
    • fixing mounting plate screws similar something surface switch threads
    • Replies: 26
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  3. S

    Needing help for sourcing long 3.5 mm Flat head screws for BG nexus flat plate

    "Your client is using thicker plasterboard " . Not words or even mindset you associate with a technical helpline for Electrical Sockets etc !!!! "You're the first person to complain about this " Again not what I want to hear So Has anyone come up against this I wonder ? My client sourced BG...
  4. N

    EICR code

    Hi can someone confirm what code you would give metal light and sockets with no flying earth to the back box. Lights are on a non RCD side of the board so was unsure if it's a C3 cheers Neil
  5. N

    Favourite brand for sockets?

    Hi all, Just interested in what everyone's favourite brand for sockets is with regards to looks and quality. I prefer the look of MK and find Crabtree easier to connect.
    • Noob2013
    • Thread
    • brand click hager proof screws socket sockets
    • Replies: 48
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  6. S

    Nylons screws anyone

    Hello anyone got a good punt for purchasing nylon screws, you know, for houses with no cpc on the lighting kind of thing..? I know you can get them, I have tried my friend google, and the search function on here. anyone help.....
  7. HappyHippyDad

    Screwfix sale on Timco screws..

    I wouldn't normally bother putting up any screwfix 'deals', but this one is VERY good if you fancy buying in bulk or live near a screwfix! It looks like it's just on some 'Timco' screws, so you can either follow the link supplied below, or go to the screwfix website and type in 'timco' and then...
  8. uksparks

    Tek Screws

    Hi, I am just about to buy a load of tek screws for a job in a week or so, fixing tray to the outside of a steel clad building. I was looking on the screwfix website and their ones and people say they are rubbish. Just wondered where you lot get them from and if they are any good?
  9. F

    Arcing on cu cover screws

    Hello all I have replaced an old rewireable fuseboard an noticed arching on the screws that secure the lid. Obviously it is a metal box. Any ideas what could cause it to arc at this point!! all the tests were ok although the IR readings were low as it's an old place. Just wondered what u...
  10. O

    Shock from screws on light switch

    Need advice , My brother in law got a shock of the screws on the kitchen light switch. The kitchen ceiling has just been overboarded & skimmed. New metal spot light (with LED's in base) fittings have replaced old plastic spot lights (not requiring earth). Same switches are in place. Voltmeter...
  11. J

    Varilight Power Grid switch install problem

    Hi, I've got the below... - 40558 Varilight XDQPG4 4-Gang PowerGrid Faceplate White - 90137 Varilight Z3PGRID4 4-Gang PowerGrid Gridplate - plus 4 switch modules The switch modules fit the grid plate fine, no issue here. Literature says grid plate fits into a standard UK...
    • jim109b
    • Thread
    • against install plate power problem screws switch varilight white whole
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Electrical Tools and Products
  12. HappyHippyDad

    IP 55 Enclosure from screwfix! code 33991

    I have just used 11 of these boxes with SWA terminations They are awful and I dont want someone else to have the same problems I did. They seem ok, quite sturdy and the price attracts you, however one or two of the screws snapped when doing up the front cover and then MANY more snapped when...
  13. F

    Could someone please tell me what these are called/where to find them.

    I had to take a switch off the wall and when I came to replace it the screw will no longer bite, it appears the thread in yellow bit shown in the picture has warn down. If anyone could let me know what they are called so I can replace it I will be very thankful. Cheers
  14. the pict

    Old style MK sockets

    The old MK sockets with 4 fixing screws any one know if they are still available, or would the original back box have two side lugs, I cant remember as I have never had the occasion to look, I have a few to replace and trying to avoid plaster damage on a solid wal Pict
  15. S

    Legrand faceplate screws

    Hi- Does anyone know where I can get replacement faceplate screws. I need them for a couple of brushed staintless Legrande faceplated. They're the tiny ones that come in a small plastic packet inside the faceplate packet. -Thanks
  16. Resu

    Bulkhead with Security screws

    Hi all, customer has requested I find a key for the security screws that bolt the front cover of his bulkhead light to the base (To change the lamp). Haven't seen anything like it before the screws have a raised "+" shape so the key would be the opposite. Anyone have any ideas? I can open it...
  17. J

    Plastic lugs on switch back boxes...

    Morning comrades. Is one obliged to change above back boxes for metal lugged versions. Obviously the plate screws won't be earthed but are insulated by plastic lugs. What are your thoughts? Thanks in advance.
    • j-lextricks
    • Thread
    • boxes earth lugs plastic screw screws switch
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  18. B

    new screens for iPhones

    Hi, Have any of you guys brought a new screen for iPhone, after dropping and it shattering. I've seem some going for £10ish. Just wondering if they work like they're suppose to. Or did u encounter any problems? One apple supplier wanted £100 quid for fixing mine. It can't be that hard can it ?
  19. A

    Old imperial conduit box lid screws

    Any one know the size of the old imperial conduit box screws ?? I don't have callipers. They look to me like 5/16" screws any help appreciated
  20. R

    1950's fusebox.

    Doing an EICR on a church at the moment and found this board serving some lighting circuits within the chapels all wired in tinned copper imperial singles run through conduit used as cpc. The switch fuse feeding this board is located remotely at the intake position within another area of the...

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