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Hi I want to know where can i can fittings to suspend a standard t8 battern from the ceiling? The reason i want to do this is because its in a hallway where false ceiling titles are used. The light will be flush againest the false ceiling

how do i ensure the guide is clamped in perfectly striaght so my cuts are striaght

Hi I brought some of http://www.screwfix.com/p/drawer-system-450mm/16338 ffor drawers for my work bench. I have fixed the the guide rails in place where I want the drawers to be. However am confused as to how do I know the width I need to make my base. DO I just measure the inside width between...

http://www.screwfix.com/p/drawer-system-450mm/16338 Since am not very skilled at wood work, I was thining using these kits to throw together so useable drawers for a work bench I've already built. I Want to know what sort of material shall I use for the back, base and front? I've also had...

Hi I have been told the error code ED4 means it could be either the main board, heater board or the heating element. I was also told it's commonly the heater element. Our machine is an ZWD12270W The NTC appears to be fine as it reacts to temperature change. Tested with .a multimeter on ohms...

Hi Am thinking of hacking together an inspection camera using raspberry pi and an 3inch monitor perhaps. The inspection camera do they have a bendable and keep it's shape arm or is it just a normal cable? So a bit like those cheap bendable arm lamps. If not I might just buy cheap camera off...

Hi guys, I was wondering what do you guys use to cut T&E with a CSA of 6MM and above? If I do become registered, it could be 10mm T &E I'll be cutting with my CK side cutters. I mean 6mm is a little of a struggle for me. I doubt I can cut 10mm without using a hammer. What can I say am weak...

Hi I've always been interested in wood working. So much so I've decided to do a course in it. I want to make a table like structure with the work top surface cut out so I can hang two plastic trays. I was going to use MDF because it's fairly cheap even from B &Q and easy to cut. However afaik...

HI guys, I'm wondering why doesn't the led on the included wireless pir light up when I walk pass it? On the wired pir it does light up. Am not asking how to program a professional panel , just asking is it possible? I'll Am trying to collar technical on their skype chat

1)does it have a wireless keypad option 2)does it have wired external bell box option If yes to both then I think we have a winner.

Hi I need to fit an alarm system for my sisters new house. She doesn't want me to start drilling holes and removing plaster. Her house is ready to move in I believe so it's fair enough. I don't have a clue which panel I should use since am newbie electrician. I have fitted accenta Gen 4 mini...

Hi when my sister moves into her house the boiler wasn't firing up. There was power to the boiler as the leds lit up. just never fired up. Instead of fixing the problem our friendly engineer just bypassed the timer. he did it for free so we're not really complaining. he didn't seem to have a...

Hi I as wondering if I'm correct the zone circuitry on the main control panel is just a normally closed circuit. I have been told this isn't the case as the PIR sensors are constantly sending signals to report back their status.

Hi Its a rewire am doing an EIC on. I was wondering does the ZS value have to be measured? Am short of time and zs for all circuit can be time consuming then doing by calculation. The LABC is coming TOMORROW!!

What is the best way to cut a bus bar to length? I use a hacksaw but I seem to have an issue cutting the damn thing striaght.

Hi I'm using an adaptable box to connect the swa to T & E. They're both 6mm. What the best way doing this since the box doesn't come with connectors. I was aware of this and thought I I'll just use one of those cheapo connector strips rated for 32A of course. The cable is protected by 32A type...

Hi our garage is one of these concrete prefabricated garages therefore it's impossible to clip cables direct. I have used metal clad sockets because it's a garage I thought be more appropriate. I thought I'll use conduit but steel coduit is expensive. Can I use PVC instead but then it looks...

what's the best tool to use o pull cables under floor boards on the ground floor and up cavity walls with insulation. fish tape is a pain to use and most likely goes the wrong way when u thread it through

After the episode I had with the consumer unit for the house, I wanted to ensure I purchase the right one. http://www.screwfix.com/p/wylex-2-way-garage-unit-63a-30ma-rcd/53927 I need a metal one because am using swa with a cable gland then tightening it to the cu. within in the garage I...

Hi i want to know if there is a junction box I can use for the security lights. It's easier since I don't need to drill another hole for the second security light. just need to feed both of them from the junction box . The gland that I saw said it's for 6mm cable. Mega overkill for such a...