Recent content by sparkydom

Hi, I was a little confused, beacause i had tried a 68mm bracket from b&q on the pipe, and it was loose. This is why i thought it might be imperial in size. In the end it turned out that the pipe was 68mm, made by osma. I brought the osma bracket and it fitted fine. Not sure whether...

Hi Sorry, forgot to mention that its plastic

Hi, I was just wondering if anyone could help. I have to replace a damaged downpipe on my guttering, but am not sure what size it is. I know I could take it down and measure, but dont want to until i know i can replace it. Its slightly smaller than the 68mm, possibly imperial as the...

Hi, I agree with Breezer, much easier. plus less likely to damage a cable when it comes to forcing them all into the new fitting Thats the way in which I have installed mybthroom light, and many of the other "non pendant" fittings in my house. It also makes it slightly easier to fault...

Hi Melter, You basically need to replace the blue and brown wires that go to the pendant flex with a length of 1.00mm/1.5mm T+E, aslo now connecting earth (as the pendant did not have one) to your new light fitting All the wires that go to "block one" in your exisitng light need to be...

Hi, You mention that their is no power to the pull switch (no red light) and no power to RCD? This would indicate that the 45A fuse has blown. This can be rewired easily (making sure you use the correct fuse wire!). However, this will not solve the problem of the RCD operating. You...

Thanks again Dingbat! You got me there on the testing forms :( although the bigger jobs were tested by a qualified electrician I was working with. I'll check the NICEIC site out and see where it leaves me. Many thanks again Dom

Hi, Just a quick one............. I have C & G 2381 and 2391, Do I need any other qualifications to work as a self employed electrician? Im just trying to plan timewise, and moneywise how long it would take me to achieve. I have carried out alot of electrical work, albeit for friends...

Hi, Thanks alot Dingbat for the reply. Yes I have C & G 2381 and 2391, although am at present working in electronics :? Have always wanted to take the dive and work for myself, and I guess it is time I seriously tried. I do like the lok of the Fluke 1652/1653. Better get some...

Hi, Many older houses were wired this way. Its not against regs to do so, but does limit the number of "multi bulb" fittings you can have on the circuit before you begin to reach the limits. I.e 12 x 100W bulbs per 5A/6A lighting circuit. Although obviosly you wont have all the lights...

Hi all, What a great site, and alot of helpful info being given. I am looking into starting up on my own as an electrician (dam you Part P!! :evil: ) and was wondering what test equipment is generally favoured by the regular sparks here?? I need a comproise between price and...