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  1. N

    Old NEMA 6-20 outlet options

    Hi, new to the forums. I live in a 1920s apartment, and we have an old outlet near our mantle that I believe is a NEMA 6-20 (photo attached). In the past, we used a 240v heater on it (though it cost a ton of money to run). Now, I'd like to either run a 230v window AC unit there, or convert the...
    • NickLA
    • Thread
    • 230v convert nema nema 6-20 old options outlet screwfix standard
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  2. S

    Convert non-fused 3 pin to fused 3 pin

    Hi, I bought a car battery charge from the internet and it came with a non-fused 3 pin plug which I don't feel comfortable with so want to change it to a fused 3 pin. Question is what amp would I need to add to the plug? Here are some details about the charger I bought: -Input Voltage...
  3. P

    Convert USA radio to UE Dodge Charger 2016

    Hi, this is my first question on the forum so please be understanding. Does anyone know how to convert US radio to EU in Dodge Charger 2016? I know that I need to install modified software via USB, and it can't be done via OBD. So my question is: where can I download or buy EU software? Or even...
  4. J

    Convert LED ceiling light to plug in

    Hi. I’m looking to convert an LED ceiling light to a mains plug in. Done this a few times with regular bulb holders, but not sure how to wire the three identical cables coming off the five bulb holders. Any ideas? Thanks
  5. sythai

    Wireless/ App switching.... what do you recommend

    Hi All We've recently got a foot in the door with a decent garden company who are promising lots of work. There's been talk about wireless/ app controlled lighting, pumps etc. To be honest I've not been down this route just yet. Just seeing what makes any of use/ recommended please? Only...
  6. C

    Convert single light 2 switch system to single switch 2 lights

    hi, Sorry for the confusing title! My brother in law is a joiner and is splitting my garage in 2 over the next few days, the front half will remain a garage and the back half that I can access from the house will be a snug/kids den/tv room.... at the moment I have a strip light in the garage...
  7. H

    Convert LR44-powered to AC

    Hi everyone, Sorry, electrical noob here. I know I can probably spend some time googling to piece together a solution (I've tried but haven't yet gotten all the answers I need yet), but I'm eager to do up a lighting display for my kid's room, hence hoping you guys can help me out here. I have...
  8. Grahamb

    How to Convert GU10 to pendant?

    We need to convert our GU10 spotlights into pendants but was hoping to do this without having to rewire the system. I know the US has a convert plug for this but nothing in the UK. Been in a busy restaurant we don’t have much time to do this as currently we are going through changes that means...
  9. S

    G24q-2 lamp led replacement or convert to ES

    Hi all I’ve got some outdoor lights, one of which stopped working recently. They take cfl G24q-2, 4 pin, 18w lamps, and have an electronic ballast inside. I tried replacing the lamp, to no success, so I checked for voltage at the lampholder, no voltage. I concluded the ballast is at fault, so...
  10. B

    Convert power switch to outlet

    Hi. I have a extractor fan in my kitchen that I never use as well as a outside light for the garden which is rarely used. I'm wondering if the switches that power these could be converted into a wall outlet instead as that would be much more useful. I know it's possible but i'm wondering how...
  11. F

    Convert Kitchen Flourescent Tubes With LED Strip Lighting .. Advice

    Hi, I currently have 3ft of wall cupboard then a space for the cooker hood then another 8ft of Wall cupboard. Both wall cupboards have fluorescent tubing beneath and are controlled by a single mains wall switch. I am looking to replace these with LED strip lights. Is there any advice on the...
  12. einstein

    most reliable rcd to convert this consumer unit?

    salutations thinking of converting this with a main rcd over individual rcbo's as theres two spare ways they have specified only the socket circuits to be rcd protected however.... are the screwfix cheapies reliable? also is it possible to buy a mcb cover for the mighty proteus anymore...
  13. Pete999

    Pete's Videos How to convert kw to amps in 3 phase system

  14. Leader

    Do I need to convert to TT?

    Hi, I'm a trainee and have had two conflicting opinions from my tutors about this question so I'm hoping to elicit the benefit of your combined experience. I've bought an old house with very old electrics. The earthing arrangement is TN-S with the main earth clamped onto the sheath of the...
  15. H

    Convert light-operated extractor fan to separate switch

    Hi, I am a general handyman, and I have a customer with a basic ceiling extractor fan in their bathroom. It is connected to the ceiling light and comes on and off with the light switch. They now want the option of switching it off (while the light is on). Is there a way I can incorporate a pull...
    • hasti
    • Thread
    • convert extractor extractor fan fan light maybe separate switch
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  16. T

    Convert a 4 module box to 3 module box

    Hello guys. I want to convert a metal 4 module box into a 3 module metal box. Same height same deep but different width. I want to install a switch which only supports 3 module boxes. Is there any adapter maybe? any solution? Not to break the wall :( UAE standard
  17. M

    In need of some bathroom lighting advice.. can I convert a 2G11 fitting?

    Hi there, I'm not an electrician.. if I were then I wouldn't have got myself into the mess I've managed to find myself in! I've been renovating my house and have just had my lights installed in my bathroom.. being a total idiot - I focused on the look of the light fitting rather than the...
    • Marvinsmother
    • Thread
    • advice bathroom convert fitting lighting
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  18. J

    Trying to convert 28VAC input to 120/240VAC or 9/36VDC....

    I have a query from a customer who is looking to buy a 5W product from me which runs on 120/240VAC or 9/36VDC. The problem is, they are in an isolated location where they only have a 28VAC power supply. I have looked around the web and cannot find any obvious solutions, does anyone know of any...
    • James9782
    • Thread
    • bridge convert input transformer trying
    • Replies: 16
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  19. I

    How not to convert MR16 to GU10.

    :shocked3: GU10 Converter Kit
  20. J

    Why convert TNS to TT???

    Got a small job to fit an outside RCD socket and when looking at the Cu, I noticed the original main earth from the lead had been disconnected (seemed just a few strands left) and the house had been converted to a TT. The householder explained a previous electrician did this some years ago as...

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