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    Dali ballast fittings

    Hey , Just aquick enquirey regarding Dali ballast fittings. Can the control wiring be removed ,then this inturn would return the fitting to a standard light fitting controlled via a switch or would the fitting become redundant ????
    • Colc73
    • Thread
    • ballast controlled dali fitting fittings standard switch
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: Lighting Forum
  2. J

    smoke alarm grades new build.

    Hi, I am pricing for a new build property and the schedule of works shows the system as Provide and install an automatic fire detection and alarm system inaccordance with BS 5839: Part 1 to L3 standard. Electrician to provideon completion a wiring certificate...
  3. sparky1508

    Switching non timer extraction fan

    Hi, Can't seem to find anything in the regs but I have been asked to fit an extractor fan in a small cupboard containing some IT equipment which gets quite warm and it's just to dissipate heat out of the cupboard. My question is, as it's a fan without run on timer I am using T&E to power it...
  4. 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...
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    Multi-Gang Intermediate Switches

    I need to convert a landing light so that it can be switched from four locations (from the current two), so I'll need some intermediate switches. However, the new locations already have switches for other lights so that means that multi-gang switches will ideally be needed. I will definitely...
  6. Andy78

    Non standard accessories

    A customer has asked me to buy and fit one of these reconditioned vintage pull switches. Crabtree Brown Bakelite Ceiling Light Switch 2 Way Fully Refurbished for re-use | eBay I have initially refused as, where an accessory does not conform to a recognised product standard, I must revert to...
  7. N

    New Cable Standard

    Hi All. I was doing a course last week over here in the Emerald Isle and was informed that later this year we are changing 2.5 cable. The earth will now also be 2.5 and will be sleeved. Is it coming in across the pond? Should help with impedance values I suppose...
  8. J

    Impact vs combi drill for drilling holes

    Who uses impacts to drill holes though wood rather than standard drills Ect, I've just started and think there amazing. Anyone see any pros cons from using an impact instead of a standard drill?
  9. S

    Time delay RCD

    Hi People, Carrying out a EIC on a recent cu replacement on a TT system. 100 amp 100MA time delay RCD used up front but cert is asking for time delay in MS- how do i find this out? Thanks Adam
    • sparky87
    • Thread
    • delay delayed rcd standard tested time time delay
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    13 Amp Plugs Without Fuses

    Hi Guys What determines whether a moulded 13 Amp plug requires to be fused? I have in my hand a cable for a 72 watt transformer. one end of the lead has a physically very small moulded unfused 13 plug which is stamped 10A 250VAC. The other end is terminated with a standard moulded female (2.5...
  11. vxwestie

    waterproof switch replacement for standard 2way

    Any one come across a waterproof IP65 or similar replacement for a standard 2way switch in a 35mm recessed back box? Ive been looking around but have come up blank. Its a finished and tiled internal wall, and furniture makes its unacceotable to have the added depth of a surface IP switch.
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    Data point as phone point

    Can I use a standard data module as a phone point ? Cheers
  13. C

    Contacting a 5 Kva generator to standard 3 pin vacuum,please help

    Hi , please can I ask your advice. I have searched everywhere for an answer and am confused. Pin short I have bought a 5 Kva generator to power a 3300watt vacuum and I need to know how to connect the generator which is fitted with a regulator to a standard three pin socket into which I can plug...
    • CLEARWAY
    • Thread
    • generator help kva please socket standard three vacuum
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: DIY Electrical Advice
  14. E

    Standard Duracell versus Duracell Industrial 9v PP3 MN1604

    10 Duracell Industrial batteries on eBay are about £2 cheaper than the standard Duracell batterie, has anyone experience of using the Duracell Industrial batteries (theses are said to replace the Dracell Procell batteries) or know what the difference between them is? I want to use them in smoke...
    • electricans_son
    • Thread
    • batteries battery industrial replace standard
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
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    Sockets in sink cupboards and standard cupboards.

    Need some advice. We do a lot of electrical work for an upscale kitchen company. Avg price of £25000+ And most of the time the customers want a '' Stream Line '' look. So want as many as the socket hidden away as possible '' ie pop up sockets, roll over socket or socket in cupboards or ontop...
  16. Dan

    FSA welcomes Fire, Security and Emergency Systems Apprenticeship Standard publication

    Steve Martin, Head of the Fire and Security Association (FSA), comments on government announcement Read the full news article
  17. B

    Standard high frequency 600x600 vs panel LED's

    I have to say I was impressed with the improvement on these LED fittings from just a few years back. I will be honest though, its the 1st time I have seriously considered them as a viable alternative to tubed fittings. The ones I looked at are fully compliant with LG3 and 7 requirements for...
    • baldsparkies
    • Thread
    • frequency led led's panel standard
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  18. J

    Please help me how to read schematic of diagram ACB?

    Please help me how to read this schematic diagram of ACB at the attach file below. VA1-TATL-00100-E-M7-DSD-0001
    • joe83
    • Thread
    • circuit control diagram please power standard
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  19. C

    Was this standard practise???

    Was this standard practice back then? (1979). A 30A rewirable fuse for two ring mains? https://www.dropbox.com/s/ckb0ikxntr5prkv/20150418_104206.jpg?dl=0https://www.dropbox.com/s/ckb0ikxntr5prkv/20150418_104206.jpg?dl=0
  20. Q

    cat6 to outbuilding

    I'm pricing a job whereby the client wants wired internet to a remote office about 40mtrs from the house. I'll be running external grade cat6 to the office through the garden. Question is do I need to install a joint box at the house and run standard cat6 from there to the router or can I take...

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