BS7671 Vs NFPA-NEC

[Engineer54]

Yes, ....can't remember the name of the unit (it's a sort of multifunction tester, nothing like our own mind) but they are expensive. i'll have a look to see if i can find an example for you, but it matbe tomorrow now...

 

[Sintra]

That would be good if you could. Cost isn't really an isuue if it's the right tool for the job.

 

[Engineer54]

Just had a quick look, couldn't as yet find the unit i was talking about, but came across this unit

CT70 - EXTECH INSTRUMENTS - TESTER, AC CIRCUIT LOAD | Newark element14,
Check out the technical data sheet.


It's a hell of a lot cheaper at $200 than the other unit, and DOES give both tripping mA and trip times among other bits and bobs.... Also a relatively easy to make your own test lead so you can test GFCI's or whatever, that are not socket outlet based... (It comes complete with a socket connection lead)

Let me know if this unit meets your needs??...

 

[Engineer54]

I think this one is very similar to the unit i was thinking about. If it is then the price will be nearer the $2000 mark. ...lol!!

No, just found a price for this unit, (not that much difference to the unit above) and although it looks similar, the price tell's me differen't!! lol!!

http://www.idealind.com/products/test_measurement/circuit_analyzers/suretest_circuit_analyzers.jsp

 

[Knobhead]

I’m more interested in the legal requirements which was my reason for starting the thread.
Legal requirements for both the codes and especially the state licensing of electricians. Something this country should adopt. It could get the trade up off its knees.

I didn’t intend the thread to be a comparison of installation or testing methods.

 

[Engineer54]

I’m more interested in the legal requirements which were my reason for starting the thread.
Legal requirements for both the codes and especially the state licensing of electricians. Something this country should adopt. It could get the trade up of its knees.I didn’t intend the thread to be a comparison of installation or testing methods.

The qualified amongst us already know that we should adopt a similar system(s) to US/Aussi, but getting people off their arse's to do something/anything about it is the main problem. They would rather moan about it, than do anything!!

They just can't see the wood for the tree's, especially the very real fact that they would be protecting their livelihood, that in turn will lead to a REAL rise in incomes...

 

[Knobhead]

This was an attempt to get registration and adherence to regulations back in to the forum. Neither of us has anything to gain from this, but like you I’m concerned how the respect for the electrical trade has nose dived.

Had I still been working compulsory national registration would have affected me, not that it would bother me. Industrial electricians should be licensed along with the rest.

 

[Sintra]

Just had a quick look, couldn't as yet find the unit i was talking about, but came across this unit

CT70 - EXTECH INSTRUMENTS - TESTER, AC CIRCUIT LOAD | Newark element14,
Check out the technical data sheet.


It's a hell of a lot cheaper at $200 than the other unit, and DOES give both tripping mA and trip times among other bits and bobs.... Also a relatively easy to make your own test lead so you can test GFCI's or whatever, that are not socket outlet based... (It comes complete with a socket connection lead)

Let me know if this unit meets your needs??...

I think this one is very similar to the unit i was thinking about. If it is then the price will be nearer the $2000 mark. ...lol!!

No, just found a price for this unit, (not that much difference to the unit above) and although it looks similar, the price tell's me differen't!! lol!!

IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC. - SureTest® Circuit Analyzers

Thanks for your help. I think the CT70 will do what I need.

 

[Knobhead]

Just to clarify for everyone else I’m not talking of registering with the likes of the JIB or the scams. A national register that in order to carry out electrical work you must have a minimum qualification level to carry out work in certain fields.

If national registration were to become compulsory the scams would become redundant along with their resultant lowering of standards. A reasonable level of competency could be set to become registered. No registration, no work.

 

[Sintra]

I’m more interested in the legal requirements which were my reason for starting the thread.
Legal requirements for both the codes and especially the state licensing of electricians. Something this country should adopt. It could get the trade up of its knees.

I didn’t intend the thread to be a comparison of installation or testing methods.

Sorry for taking the thread off topic.