Recent content by smike

Well done pcdelec. I think I was looking for trouble that wasn’t there. Let’s have some more BAS all good practice for a those like me

I haven’t done any maths, but would it be something to do with the cpc condutor in the 4mm tw+e not adequate for reasons of protective device and earthing arrangement

There may a wooden stud frame inside the wall to overcome as well. If it’s under a worktop. How about considering external trunking

No, plastering wasn’t included in the course I took. All filling of channels no mater how well done shows through any type of wall covering if the light is right. You will need to have the wall skimmed for perfection

73’s to you Mike(G7VZVW) Those crimpable tubes you’re referring to, we used to call them inline splices, as stated only reliable by using ratchet crimpers. Secondry insulation was by Helleman sleaving, impossible to fit once the end connections were made. Unfortunately, the internet and...

Without hijacking you thread Amanda Mike Noticed your call sign You must have got your licence about same time as me 1992 G7 VWC No station now though Back to Amanda thanks

I shall be corrected if I am wrong, but all joints in cables should be accessible. Replacing with longer cables may be your only option

BAS You won’t believe it . The Split board was part of the remedial work after his initial inspection.( as the flat is ground flour and bearing in mind future upgrade) The ruckus about trunking came in between. The neighbour himself being a retired electrician had an issue about it...

Sorry folks BS 7671 not 7176 my memory system lets me down rotten sometimes I have received credits in all my exams bar one in C&G2630 thanks pdcelec And have worked in electrical distribution for 20 years, but not much house experience. No I’m not qualified in Testing and Inspection...

Hi, I am a newbie on this site as well as a newbie electrician awaiting G&C 2391. I would just like the forums comment on a situation regarding Lighting CPC on properties built in the sixties where this requirement was largely ignored, and now coming to roost under BS 7671 I live in a flat...