Recent content by Jim_Wilson

The shed is 6m away. The reason I was asking is if the CU has an RCD, do I also need to fit an RCD socket in the shed ? Tonyelectric, I do have a reasonably knowledge, I just did not express myself fully on the other post.

I did not express myself properly and you guys are quick to criticise I'm not going to ire the SWA directly into a plug - I'm not THAT stupid ! I will gland it into a IP rated JB outside and then go through the wall (protecting the cable of course) with flex to terminate on a plug The...

How can I tell if I have an RCD board ? I have a Crabtree with 6 x MCB (SB6000) and a main switch witch has test button and quotes "100ma trip"

I am running some SWA 6943X 3 core 2.5mmsq up to my shed. What size cleats do I need. I cant find any size guide that relates size x to cable diameter Also, while I am here, is it better to put an RCD socket in the shed or an RCD adapter in the house where the SWA will be plugged in (I...

OK. Everybody is looking, but no body is replying ! Please can abone tell me if the above is correct or if not what I should do ! Thanks

I am looking to render the panels on my house that are between the upstairs and downstairs windows (approx 2m x 2m). I'n not sure what I need to do to prepare for the render. At the moment there is softwood cladding fixed to the timber joists/beams. This is my thinking and please correct...