The SY2-D surge protector (SPD)
- Wednesday, 17 October 2018 21:10
- David Savery
With 18th Edition kicking in from January 2019 comes a tightening of the requirements for surge protection, especially on commercial premises, so let me introduce you to the SY2-D, a low cost means of fending off spikes and surges for domestic or commercial applications.
The Arc Fault Detection Device
- Wednesday, 18 July 2018 19:31
- David Savery
18th Edition has been published, and it contains mention of the Arc Fault Detection Device (AFDD), aka the Arc Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) if you’re reading this Stateside. These things are still a rarity here in the UK, but I’ve been given one to put through its paces!
The Voltage Operated Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker
- Sunday, 17 June 2018 14:01
- David Savery
Some older installations, especially those that are/were earthed via a ground rod, may have a Voltage Operated Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker installed. These fell out of favour a long time ago, so if you still have one, it may be the case that your electrical installation is well due a bit of TLC.
Condemning your electrics
- Sunday, 24 June 2018 15:20
- David Savery
As with a Gas Safe engineer, you may think that I have the power to shut off your power should your electrics prove to be dangerous following an inspection, but this is not the case, and for good reason.
Inaccessible junctions
- Sunday, 07 January 2018 13:24
- David Savery
Do the wiring regulations allow you to install an electrical junction where it cannot be accessed again afterwards? The short answer is Yes, but conditions apply...