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    Swa current carrying capacity

    hi I've been asked to pick up a job where the previous builder went into liquidation and the property management company is asking me to complete the electrical works, relocate a fuseboard. Everything the previous company has done is exceptionally neat but I'm concerned on the design front...
  2. S

    For sale JCC LED tilt down lights

    17 x JCC FGLED6 Tilt fire rated downlights for sale. Model number JC94481BN. Left over from a job, I can't return to wholesaler as they have gone bump! High quality down lights 10 year manufacturers warranty (5 year for commercial installations). These sell on-line for £39 each, I paid £32. I'd...
  3. J

    GU10 Question

    Hi, Apologies if this isn't the correct place to ask this. I had some builders in who I asked to change my old 12v MR16 with transformers to 240v GU10 LED lamps which no longer needed the transformer. I didn't think anything was wrong until I had an electrician come and take a look at a...
    • Jamie Harris
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    • ceiling electrician fitting gu10 question rated
    • Replies: 43
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  4. E

    Bathroom/Shower Zones

    I have 4 downlights in the bathroom above the shower all are MR11 - 12v 20w. One is directly central above the shower cubicle and 3 are approx 150mm beyond the perimeter of the cubicle, which I assume these being in Zone 2. The ceiling is approx. 350mm above the top of the cubicle. I want to...
  5. M

    Is fuse wire DC rated?

    One of my client has on his boat an old Wylex fuse box with fuse wire, like the one in that video. It's used on his 12V DC system. I think that it's not safe, but wanted to check with yous first. As explained on this page, AC fuses which are not DC rated should not be used on DC circuits. DC...
  6. rolyberkin

    Bodge Job!

    Just fitted four new fire rated down lights to be faced with this, made my day..............not! So two of the six have been fitted below joists which have obviously been hacked out by the previous sparks, give me strength.
  7. Midwest

    Non fire rated down lights

    Bit bored, so I thought I'd post this. I see that Scholmore Group have just released a non fire rated down light (I know there're others); SCOLMORE GROUP - OVIA LIGHTING | Inceptor Pico, integrated LED downlight - https://www.scolmore.com/products/inceptor-pico/ It seems unusual to introduce...
  8. A

    Question about US > UK Voltage

    Hi all. I want to buy something from the States. It comes with a plug which says 110v - 220v. Will this work safely in the UK with just an adaptor for the 3 pins? I'm used to getting gear that has a switch to switch voltage but this doesn't. Many thanks
    • Analog_out
    • Thread
    • appliance question range rated switch voltage
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  9. David Prosser

    Question about LED downlights

    I just need something clearing up as I have not done domestic wiring for a good few years now. If I fit LED down lights that have no replaceable bulbs so can’t be over loaded, do I need to fit the in intumescent hoods for lights going into the loft or just some sort of device to keep the...
  10. S

    Tilt lamps in vaulted ceiling

    Hello, We are going to fit tilt downlights in a vaulted ceiling. I am well aware that draughts can come through a tilt fitting which is seated in the roof space of a vaulted ceiling of an extension. I'm looking for some advice on how to seal against this. We are using Auroa/Enlite LED fittings...
    • Sinetronix
    • Thread
    • ceiling fittings lamps rated
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  11. Colesy

    37Kw Motor pulling double rated currect

    Hi Guys Some help if possible please. Recently (July) installed a Soft Start Control (Trip Class 20) to a 37Kw Mill Motor (Rated 74Amps) DO Delta The motor gradually over a period of 8hours runs normally to start at 60+Amps but by the end of the day she pulls a steady 121Amps from each phase...
  12. C

    Transformer rating; apparent power?

    Hi I've got a uni assigment which includes build an equivalent circuit. The transformer is rated at 2.2kVA which I thought was the apparent power. But if I calculate the apparent power by using Vp x Ip then I get 220VA. To find the phase angle Im confused do I use the 2.2kVA or 220VA for the...
  13. T

    Fire rated downlights

    Simple question what are the requirements for fitting downlights? Do they need to be fire rated or with a hood or can they be fitted without? This is causing much discussion at work.
  14. W

    fire-stopping cables passing through a ceiling

    i am working in a block of flats, i have Twin&e cable through a ceiling to a light fitting, the cable penetrates the fire barrier which is double plaster board construction. whats the best way of fire-stopping?
  15. G

    Soffit lights IP rating

    Hi everyone I am going to be doing a job where I am fitting soffit lights. Problem is the customer has purchased lights which are IP20 rated. I would always fit IP65 rated lights outdoors but customer is adamant they want these lights in. Anyone have info on regulations regarding IP20 rated...
  16. Leesparkykent

    push fit connector downlights

    Does anyone know what brands make downlights wit push fit connections? looking for speed when it comes to fitting them 2 x 1.0mm cables. Fire rated down lights not integrated fittings. Cheers :thumbsup:
  17. S

    150mm Tri Rated

    I have installed 150mm tri rated cables replacing old existing cables with loose crimps which were over heating. and identified by a heat mapping report carried out on site. The runs from the isolator to the contactor within the panel are very short, about 200mm and not straight, hence I have...
  18. M

    Rated current based on 415V but rated voltage 240V?

    Hi all just wondering if someone can clarify something for me. I'm looking at fitting a switch onto a din rail, I can't find exactly what I need so it looks like I'll have to fit a switch disconnector. My question relates to the operating voltage. On the data sheet attached it says rated...
    • mmcg
    • Thread
    • 240v based current rated voltage volts
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  19. C

    Compex Exia and ip washers

    Hi there i am looking for a question answered regarding Ip washers on Exia equipment, the equipment is rated at Exia iic T6 ip rating of Ip68 intrinsically safe in zone 2 with an Exde Hawke cable gland on the cable Ip rated at Ip66/67, does this still require an Ip washer as the minimum Ip...
  20. Soulsurfer

    Recessed wall washer ??

    Hey all looking un-successfully for a downlight style recessed wall washer just like the Robus Wilson model which can angle / tilt down up to 45 degrees to flood wardrobes, the robus unfortunately is only in white and they want satin nickel, brushed steel kind of thing to go with the steel...

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