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  1. S

    Strange things happen with two PIRs in parallel

    I needed to illuminate our dark side walk at the house. I have used two PIRs wired in parallel which switch four LED lights. The idea is no matter which side of the walk you start at, you'll always set one PIR off and have light. This works, but randomly the MCB of the circuit triggers. I...
  2. N

    What are these transformer looking things I have been seeing?

    Hi. I have seen these transformer like things on the higher voltage powerlines when I go to regional areas in NSW and I was wondering what they are? I can't remember seeing them where I come from (Central Coast NSW) They couldn't be transformers because they are not connected to any other...
    • Naithi
    • Thread
    • ausie elec looking these things transformer
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Australia
  3. M

    Electrician Jobs Internet of Things Project Manager : Looking for experienced electricians

    Hello, let me introduce myself before I continue. I work for a startup within the Morgan Sindall group. We work specifically with the Internet of Things, deploying sensors and meters that allow us to measure all kinds of things remotely, and then analyse that data to generate insights. This...
  4. littlespark

    Working in your own gaff when things don’t go to plan

    Spent yesterday morning running a spur in my kitchen from one double socket on the rfc to a new one along the same wall. Original socket is just beside the multi gang grid switch for appliances. More on that later. Wife came home from shopping with the birthday girl, ranted at me for not doing...
  5. pirate

    They certainly do things differently in some countries...

    Too much screen time on my hands, so I came across this video about wiring a "receptacle" and thought it quite interesting in a nunber of ways
  6. Lister1987

    Things to consider when doing EICRs on Commercial/Industrial?

    I'll be starting a a testing, inspection and compliance outfit at that end of the month and this will be my first proper job in that industry. Those that do Commercial & Industrial daily or frequently; Any common things to look out for? Any timesavers, improved ways of working etc that could...
  7. T

    What things does an electrician inspect prior to installation?

    Hi, We want a 4kwh powervault inverter/battery to be installed in our house. The installation electrican needs to come round and inspect, to see if its possible to install in our (domestic) house. What things does he need to look at? Can a non-electrician do the inspection...
  8. DPG

    Ladbrokes banner! - Dan is fixing the forum ads, and other things - Sorry lads!

    Why have I started getting a Ladbrokes advert at the top of the screen? Very annoying. I'm signed in. Anyone else seeing this? Or am I special? Don't answer that.
  9. I

    What makes you question things?

    Evening all, Was thinking the other day about an installation I've seen where the 2 earths of a ring main at the DB were covered in one sheath of sleeving. This made me wonder whether end to end tests would have been carried out or not. Would someone do the tests and then put the sleeving on...
  10. W

    Things to know about EV charging points

    Hi guys. I’ve bagged myself a new job fitting EV points, mainly commercially but with bits of domestic too. I haven’t accepted it yet, got to discuss a few things before I sign any contracts. I’ve only fitted one before, was a Rolec unit, nice and straight forward, needed two rods before I could...
  11. Dan

    Upgrading the forum, things might be a bit slow for a bit

    Just upgrading the forum, things might be a bit slow. Some features might come and go. Should be done by tomorrow. Apologies for any lag or downtime. It's an essential upgrade so can't really dodge this one. Security updates as well as a few new features. Will reveal more in the coming days.
  12. C

    Suggestions for entering into the industry, primarily in the solar side of things.

    Good afternoon all. I am looking for a bit of advice or recommendations on the best path for entering into the industry, especially on the solar side of the industry, and specifically within Canada. I am currently a 15 year licensed aircraft maintenance engineer. I have been thinking about a...
  13. GBDamo

    Interesting electrical things wot I have found on site

    Don't know if we have a running thread? Saw this for the first time today? Anyone fitted any?
  14. Davisonp

    I would like an opinion on two things I am concerned about.

    Hi, I would like an opinion on two things I am concerned about. Background. ----------- I have done some work for a church that has bought a derelict farm. They demolished some of the derelict buildings and put up wood structures on the same footprint in 2012. The builders produced no...
  15. C

    Hey i need help with general things with Electrician stuff.

    Hi guys, Im just wondering how i can get better at ohms law, any kind of suggestions on how i can get better at it? I find it hard to grasp, and if you guys have any good videos or articles (or explanations yourselves) that would be much appreciated. Thanks!
  16. L

    Will replacing my solar meter fix things?

    I would be really grateful for some advice please. I have solar panels with an Elster A100C meter. It is flashing 00000 on the screen. The red light is also flashing. We have obviously turned off and on the main AC isolator and the fuses are ok. It is out of warranty and the installer has...
  17. static zap

    Firefox Zoom levels messing with - headings in Group discussion and more

    Group discussions 100% zoom turns headings into vertical column letter stacks -- ok 110 120% Need 90% zoom for Forum radio play arrow to be visible without scrolling down. ( Just nits -that may/maynot need picking ! )
  18. J

    How soon in the new year will things pick up?

    Ive decided to move from where I work. My question is how soon in the new year do the agencies start recruiting again? Is there much chance of getting a start in January? Or a start with a company? Just seeing what my options are. Or do I stay put a bit longer until things pick up? I could stick...
  19. D

    Why has my electric gone to a £1 a hour at home

    My tumble dryer blew up and since then my electric charge has gone to £1 a hour I’ve unplugged everything in my house but to no avail any advice other than seeing a electrician which I’m doing is it possible for the blow up and trip to have caused this electric bill increase
    • Deleted member 123415
    • Thread
    • changed electric hoping nothing process things through
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: UK Electrical Forum
  20. littlespark

    Strange things in the post. Possible hoax or con?

    As the title suggests, we've had a number of letters to an individual addressed to our home, but who doesn't live here... and has never lived here. We've owned the house since it was built. Normally we send the letters back into the post with "not known at this address" written on it... but...

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