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Category Archives: 17th Edition & Part P
Focus on the Fluke 1651B
With the launch of “February Freebies” at the beginning of the month, this week we’re focusing on one of the products featured in this offer, the Fluke 1651B Multifunction tester which comes with a free Metrel TEK694C electrical tester. The Fluke 1651B is an ideal machine for domestic use covering all aspects of 17th Edition and Part P. With the … Continue reading
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Phase Sequence Indicators
Recently in Professional Electrician magazine a reader asked a question detailing an issue he had had with a three phase system. When started, he found that one of the motors ran backwards, a problem which he was able to fix by reversing the phases. But the reader was worried that this could have caused a lot of damage and asked … Continue reading
Why You Should Consider Advanced Testing Instruments
When choosing test and measurement tools, it is important to consider more than just price as this equipment will need to be relied on to earn a living. Therefore, choosing the equipment that is right for you should be considered carefully. Generally as a rule, you should purchase the best quality equipment you can afford. In the long term, the … Continue reading
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A Close Look at the Fluke 1650B Series
The Fluke 1650B series has been designed as an enhancement of the previous 1650 series of testers. The Fluke 1654B has enhancements that include RCD type B testing and increased data storage. Whereas the Fluke 1652C has a phase sequence indicator and is ideal for all domestic applications. Fluke have designed this series of testers to combine a tough hardwearing … Continue reading
Design, Installation and Type of RCD, Have You Got the Right One?
When designing electrical installations for commercial and public buildings, reducing the risk of fire is one of the main aims. It is possible for electrical fires to be caused by only a few hundred milliamps of earth leakage current. The numerous factors that require consideration when designing an installation include keeping earth leakage currents within safe limits, increased comfort needs, … Continue reading
The Need for Surge Protection
As electronics become more sophisticated and LCD screens, computer networks and data servers are becoming more common, the need for protection against voltage surges is becoming more vital for safety. Surge protection is also important to ensure the safety of all those working within the installation and should always be considered when installing a wiring system. There are many reasons … Continue reading
Multifunction Testers Made Easy
The testing of installations is necessary to ensure safety and reliability of all wiring systems in an installation. This makes the need for a reliable Multifunction tester vital. There are a number of testers around that are reliable and effective at performing all multifunction testing for installations. However, it may be worth considering a new model over an older more … Continue reading
“What…” Miniseries Review
For the fourth and final part of our miniseries on Part P we are going to give a brief review of the topics we have covered over the last few weeks. Part one asked “What is Part P?” and detailed what it means from its coming into force on the 1/1/05 to it being a legal requirement for all electrical … Continue reading
What does Part P Mean for Electricians?
Part three of our miniseries looking at Part P details what Part P means for working Electricians. Part P for electricians who complete work in dwellings is important and electricians have two options for compliance with the regulations. 1. They can register with one of the many competent person schemes available. This enables them to become registered as competent and … Continue reading
What are Building Regulations?
Part two of our miniseries looking at Part P details other important aspects of the Building Regulations to be considered and followed by tradesmen. Electrical work must be designed and implemented in a way that gives adequate protection for people from the risks of electric shock, burns or any other fire related injuries. The IEE Wiring Regulations BS7671:2008 sets out … Continue reading