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  1. Refuse to Bend replied to the thread External Plug Socket Extension.

    You need glands suitable for external use.

    Apr 29, 2024 at 11:26 AM
  2. Ind spark replied to the thread Decent Insulated Crimp Terminals.

    You'll also need one of these. https://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/DVDHCR15.html

    Apr 29, 2024 at 11:20 AM
  3. Ind spark replied to the thread Decent Insulated Crimp Terminals.

    Upto 6mm Red yellow and blue already insulated https://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/CTBUTTslashB.html

    Apr 29, 2024 at 11:19 AM
  4. Darokika replied to the thread External Plug Socket Extension.

    Yes as far as I am aware I will need a 20s CW gland (for 2.5mm 3 core) which I will probably feed into a JB inside the workshop - I can...

    Apr 29, 2024 at 11:10 AM
  5. stevie22 replied to the thread Insulating A Kitchen Ceiling Using Insulation Boards.

    If you have a loft over and that is fully insulated then adding more under as you are suggesting sounds strange. For sure you'll...

    Apr 29, 2024 at 10:58 AM
  6. Wellwisher replied to the thread Decent Insulated Crimp Terminals.

    They come in different sizes. You got the wrong ones.

    Apr 29, 2024 at 10:54 AM
  7. Refuse to Bend replied to the thread Decent Insulated Crimp Terminals.

    What type of crimper are you using because no matter what connectors you use if your tool is poor so will the crimps be.

    Apr 29, 2024 at 10:51 AM
  8. Wellwisher replied to the thread External Plug Socket Extension.

    The SWA needs glanding into something. That could be the first socket if you use a metalclad one. Otherwise a JB inside the workshop.

    Apr 29, 2024 at 10:48 AM
  9. Refuse to Bend replied to the thread External Plug Socket Extension.

    Have you glanded swa cable before and know the requirements for earthing it etc...

    Apr 29, 2024 at 10:47 AM
  10. Darokika replied to the thread External Plug Socket Extension.

    Coloumb, you are correct - the 32a circuit also powers the kitchen wall sockets as well - hence probably why it has been fused down to 13amp

    Apr 29, 2024 at 10:44 AM
  11. Refuse to Bend replied to the thread External Plug Socket Extension.

    .

    Apr 29, 2024 at 10:43 AM
  12. Wellwisher replied to the thread Philips hue motion sensors.

    Not by electricians or the IET. Batteries are usually extra low voltage.

    Apr 29, 2024 at 10:42 AM
  13. Wellwisher replied to the thread Vehicle tyres as an insulator..

    Exactly, as I explained in my post that was insulted by an ignorant Bazza.

    Apr 29, 2024 at 10:41 AM
  14. Pocah replied to the thread Cut Porcelain Tiles.

    100mm disc grinder. Use fine ceramic sanding discs. It was some time ago I did this, and I can't remember what I used. Probably a 180 or...

    Apr 29, 2024 at 10:40 AM
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