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  1. M

    New Trades Career (Electrical)

    Hi all, Currently I'm 22 from North London/ Essex Area and doing this course and currently at the ''Pre Work Shop Test'' staged currently failed 3 times if anyone would like to chat and help each other for now as i don't know anyone doing the same.
  2. T

    Introduction: New guy in the forum

    Hey guys, Just thought I'd introduce myself to you all since this is the 1st forum I have ever made an account for! so bare with me haha. I've been working as an electrical trainee for 5 months in the commercial sector, currently working towards the EAL NVQ Level 3 electrotechnical...
  3. F

    New CU Installation (is it a good job)?

    We have lived in this house for 40 years. The main house is served from a CU under the stairs. About 20 years back we had a 2 room extension built and that is served via a 2nd CU in the garage. Because I want to get an EV charger installed i needed to get the (sub) CU in the garage upgraded...
  4. M

    Introduction - New Guy Here

    Hello all - just joined and wanted to thank everyone in advance. My current career is in IT management, but started out in the late 70's in electronics. TV, stereo and general repairs. That led to a stint doing phone systems (1A2), then on to Security work. This was all life safety work for...
  5. Technophobia

    Wiring old & new BT lines

    I have old & new BT wires that I am in need of help with please. The old wiring coming directly into the house hidden inside a grey plastic box are 4 whites followed by 1 of each of these colours brown, green, orange, blue & grey The new wires are brown, blue, green & orange into one extension...
  6. N

    New outlet does not have enough power

    I installed a new GFI outlet in our bathroom for our new electric toilet. To do this I cut wires to the exhaust fan and added new wires to the new outlet. The three wires, from the breaker, to the exhaust fan, to the new outlet, were joined together with wire nuts. #12 gage wire. When all...
  7. H

    New guy here (intro)

    Hello everyone, A homeowner here, with some basic understanding of all things electrical. Will try to soak up as much knowledge as possible.
  8. H

    USA Adding New Meter/Main Combo in front of existing Main.

    Looking for some assistance here as I have received different bids from different electricians. We live in Florida and have a Generator for emergency use, but have no way to power the house save for an extension cord currently. We are also remodeling our kitchen and are wanting to upgrade our...
  9. drounds67

    USA multiple 2 gang 20 amp outlet box wiring on new gfci breaker

    I have a question on wiring to make sure I am doing it correctly. I plan on adding a new GFCI/AFCI 20 amp circuit breaker to my box and run the wires to the first 2 outlets in a 2 gang box I am installing. I am also installing 2 other 2 outlet boxes. This is in a finished garage. I know how...
  10. Mark Itz

    Re-decorating after new sockets fitted

    We've had some electrical work done which we're very happy with, but I have one query. Where some extra sockets have been fitted, the electrician made a channel in the wall down to the skirting, with the supply picked up from a nearby socket and the cables running under the floorboards; all...
  11. C

    Hi, im new to this. I need some advice. Eicr

    I did an EICR and as I was doing the RCD trip times the circuits tripped as they should but then as I turned it back on the upstairs lighting stayed off (the breaker for the circuit is on) there is power coming out the circuit but none of the upstairs lights will switch back on. If anyone has...
  12. baldelectrician

    Should Scottish Government delay new smoke detector law

    Was contacted by a local paper last week and asked about the Scottish Government smoke alarm requirements coming in on February. Was mentioned in an article (and even had my good looks used to enhance sales šŸ˜ƒ ), although they spelled my name wrong (Stewart McLintock) See below
  13. Lou

    Corgi Direct in Partnership with Testo are giving you the chance to win an all electric brand new Van!!

    Donā€˜t be left out in the cold this Winter. Get yourself a Testo to enter our van giveaway! Offer Valid on the following models, testo 300, 300LL, 310, 327-1, 320B, 340, 550i, 550s, 557s, 557s, 865, 868, 871, 872, 883, 890. Buy a Testo flue gas analyser, digital manifold or thermal imaging...
  14. I

    New MFT, what's the best units to look at? EICR industrial, time saving!

    Hi, I've just landed a job as an electrical tester and need a new MFT (mainly light industrial). As I'm going to be spending considerable time testing I thought I'd ask about the new high-end options. what are peoples favourites? Are these new fancy options like Bluetooth on the mergers...
  15. D

    Do Quintec wireless switches / drivers meet BS EN standard, in new build extension for certificate

    Do Quintec wireless switches / drivers meet BS EN standard, in new build extension to the house for certificate. Thanks
  16. robd

    Getting new MFTs any recommendations please

    Hi All, Have decided to replace my Megger 1553 MFTs after 12 years, batteries don't last long and there are a few foibles with them and I've had enough so criteria as follows: Must have rechargable battery pack Needs to be able to test A type RCD test facility Not bothered about linking up to...
  17. A

    RCD protection for new pool heat pump

    Hi there all I have a quick question. My garden supply CU has a 100A AC RCD as main switch - off that is my greenhouse supply circuit. Then a 63A AC RCD which protects 7 circuits, one of which is a pool heater. I am replacing the old heater and the new one requires residual DC protection...

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