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- Mains Voltage in the UK has been unified at 240v ac for over half a century. The ...Guide, you will encounter a number of less familiar terms used to describe mains and other voltages. This article will hopefully clarify some of these terms7 KB (1,113 words) - 12:05, 23 August 2012
- An introduction to the various mains plugs used in the UK. ==BS 1363 13A Mains Plug==2 KB (399 words) - 11:18, 8 June 2022
- #REDIRECT [[Mains plug]]24 bytes (3 words) - 23:36, 25 August 2012
- * Once commonly used for mains [[CU|incomer]] insulation ...haped flex is now used as speaker wire, but was used as a standard type of mains flex until the mid 1970s. Less often a 3 core version of this was seen.7 KB (1,056 words) - 19:04, 25 January 2019
- ...access to a backup power source such as a generator or a battery bank and mains inverter, then you can safely switch power for the whole property between a ...r? This article explores a small project to make identifying when the grid mains power is restored, easy!20 KB (3,407 words) - 12:35, 19 November 2022
- ...eading of the current flowing at that moment. Multiply that number by your mains voltage (typically 240V), and you will have a an indication of the total po ...ad may be "reactive" - i.e. where a load stores some energy on part of the mains cycle, but then releases it later. This means not all of the current you ca18 KB (3,141 words) - 14:49, 2 December 2022
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- ...reception of a wire aerial can be improved by snaking it round the [[flex|mains lead]] for capacitive coupling. ==Mains aerial==4 KB (601 words) - 17:33, 1 August 2010
- This category is for voltages much lower than mains voltage.456 bytes (67 words) - 14:45, 23 May 2009
- An introduction to the various mains plugs used in the UK. ==BS 1363 13A Mains Plug==2 KB (399 words) - 11:18, 8 June 2022
- BS 1361 Plug, 13A plug, mains plug ..."ring final circuits" but DIYers often use the terms ring circuits or ring mains and electricians often just use the term ring. (Lighting circuits aren't no1 KB (180 words) - 00:24, 2 August 2017
- ....google.com/group/uk.d-i-y/browse_frm/thread/cffbdc37339c0a11?hl=en# 2 way mains leads] ...m/albums/r593/Scrumbledelicious/2012-02-06_09-44-02_942.jpg Illegal unsafe mains plug]6 KB (1,068 words) - 08:10, 30 August 2016
- == Mains ==2 KB (326 words) - 15:26, 26 April 2012
- Some risks are common to all mains appliances: The mains risks are:5 KB (809 words) - 00:56, 11 December 2008
- # A mains double pole relay, with a 230V coil, and contacts rated for a load of at le ...ins filter networks could also be included across the relay coil to reduce mains interference created by switching inductive coils. See this article on [[Ex5 KB (875 words) - 11:29, 19 November 2021
- ...the factors determining shock current. The voltage is obviously higher for mains than a small [[battery]]. (Batteries can kill a person, but only under unus ...inyl-covered floor might hardly notice contact between a finger and a live mains terminal under ideal conditions.6 KB (1,012 words) - 02:28, 4 September 2017
- '''Flex''' is stranded electrical wire used for all plug-in mains appliance leads. It is also called flexible cable. [[Cables|'''Cable''']] on the other hand is unstranded mains wire not suited to repeated flexing, and is used for fixed installations.5 KB (821 words) - 09:38, 10 January 2013
- [[image:Braided mains lead 0765-5.jpg|250px|right]] ===Fitting a mains drill with an RCD===3 KB (497 words) - 20:23, 2 September 2018
- ...of '''Emergency Lighting''' is to help ensure a safe escape in a fire when mains [[Lighting|lighting]] is lost. They may be used to light the escape route, '''Non-maintained''' fittings only light when the mains supply fails.4 KB (626 words) - 21:14, 4 October 2013
- ...e would choose one rather than another. In particular the various types of mains pressure systems - [[Unvented DHW|'''unvented''']] and [[Thermal store|'''t * '''Mains pressure water''' e.g. [[Combination Boilers|combi boilers]], unvented ('Me10 KB (1,559 words) - 13:39, 29 August 2016
- ...t switch low down on the header tank detects low water level, and delivers mains water when the header water level gets low. ===Automatic mains water backup===7 KB (1,141 words) - 13:44, 7 April 2012
- The guy that made a floating mains extension lead, and was found using it in his pool.2 KB (298 words) - 00:13, 9 December 2010
- I did away with all the old mains piping in the garage, but I kept the715 bytes (138 words) - 13:38, 22 February 2018
- * Mains [[motor]]s (eg fans) ...olation a switch provides. A 0.1uF snubber can pass upto 7.5mA rms on 240v mains, enough to give a serious shock, thus snubbers make switched lives still li3 KB (550 words) - 17:25, 12 March 2018
- == Mains Drills == ..., where the DC motor will provide a much better control of power than most mains drills. If you assemble flat pack furniture, then a cordless drill will sav7 KB (1,211 words) - 02:44, 2 May 2023
- * The cost and production energy use of a [[Flex|mains lead]] is replaced with those of a length of thin [[Low Voltage Wiring|spea * No need to design, test or certify the appliance to mains safety requirements: cuts design time, costs, material use, and the legal &6 KB (921 words) - 08:34, 3 February 2011
- ...ces, and can produce very high voltage spikes when switched off, far above mains voltage. I'm not going to give safety advice on this, if you need to ask th ...parate box to the switch, that box should be fire resistant like any other mains wiring accessory.10 KB (1,455 words) - 02:44, 28 February 2008
- Plug-in amps have a mains plug. These are easy to use where there's a mains socket. A mains plug is not convenient for [[LoftConversion-JohnRumm|lofts]] and rooftops,5 KB (868 words) - 09:26, 24 March 2014
- ...ordless tool is desirable and in class of its own - often in addition to a mains equivalent. ...ordless (for things other than drills) you are probably better sticking to mains.7 KB (1,235 words) - 20:02, 9 September 2017
- ...ctors are typically promoted as a more reliable and safer way of sensing a mains voltage.3 KB (509 words) - 23:12, 24 July 2023
- ...ins use. Avoid using clips which deform the cable, as occurs with some non-mains clip types.3 KB (517 words) - 21:26, 24 June 2013
- ...out 1kW, and are designed to be used for longer under load than a standard mains drill. They have a threaded socket to take standard paddles. * the threaded top end was evenly ground down to fit a mains drill with 2 speed gearbox. (this is far from ideal, but we needed it right3 KB (513 words) - 09:45, 16 November 2013
- * mains LED lamps (typ 1-11W) ===Mains LED lamps===12 KB (1,910 words) - 12:06, 23 May 2016
- * in mains plugs * at the supply company's mains incomer11 KB (1,743 words) - 09:10, 5 October 2022
- Mains Voltage in the UK has been unified at 240v ac for over half a century. The ...Guide, you will encounter a number of less familiar terms used to describe mains and other voltages. This article will hopefully clarify some of these terms7 KB (1,113 words) - 12:05, 23 August 2012
- ...lowing mains powered appliances to be run anywhere, even if nowhere near a mains supply. They can also be a way to keep you house or business operational wh ...tive electronic equipment since they use an inverter to synthesize a clean mains supply, and are far less likely to inject unwanted spikes or other disrupti12 KB (2,053 words) - 18:26, 23 January 2024
- ...ed equipment can contain voltages more dangerous than mains, and that some mains-operated appliances can contain voltages as hight as on overhead power line9 KB (1,433 words) - 11:22, 11 May 2010
- * Loss of the key wastes time if not attached to the [[flex|mains lead]] (the key fairy is mischevious). The key can be attached to the [[flex|mains lead]] with a cable tie to avoid wasted time searching for it.6 KB (1,056 words) - 13:34, 3 April 2011
- ...the functions of a small terminal screwdriver with a [[Electricity Basics|mains voltage]] detector. However they have a number of safety problems, and the Mains power flows down the screw driving tip to the resistor and [[Lighting|neon]4 KB (637 words) - 23:19, 3 December 2017
- Standard mains wallswitch on [[Wallwart|6v]] operating a relay.2 KB (359 words) - 08:34, 26 March 2011
- (results with a larger mains powered say would probably be better, and less vibration reaction from the2 KB (300 words) - 23:07, 10 November 2018
- ...most of your mains powered appliances will sport a [[Mains plug|BS1363 13A Mains plug]] on the end of the flex. This plug is highly regarded for its safety This article will explain how to choose which rating fuse to use in a UK mains plug.12 KB (2,048 words) - 11:40, 17 August 2022
- '''Twisted Flex Joints''' have been used to extend mains leads for a long time on electrical goods. They were even sometimes used as3 KB (475 words) - 02:53, 27 March 2008
- Some leads are available in 2 way versions. These have 2 leads and one mains [[plug]]. Often the lead is Y shaped. These reduce plug, [[socket]], [[flex ...y leads may be safely made from existing leads by putting 2 leads into one mains plug, provided that both flexes are of the same size, both fit the plug (so6 KB (1,102 words) - 21:11, 4 October 2013
- ...ve been replaced by [[LED]]s in modern electronics, but are still used for mains power indication. ...connected from live to switched live. This works fine with with filament, mains [[halogen]] & 12v halogen, and iron ballasted [[fluorescent]]. Connecting f8 KB (1,352 words) - 19:08, 7 October 2014
- Mains powered interlinked detectors with no battery backup/ backup. Grade E is no Mains powered interlinked detectors with battery/standby backup. This is the stan10 KB (1,750 words) - 14:41, 9 April 2011
- ...cylinder comes directly from the cold water main, and is at (or nearly at) mains pressure. ...erties with multiple baths and showers. Hot water is supplied at (or near) mains pressure, and will drive showers without the need of additional pumps.15 KB (2,499 words) - 21:20, 5 May 2021
- #Mains pressure flushing #dumping the dirty water to a foul drain whilst mains water is continually added via the powerflushing reservoir tank until the w16 KB (2,640 words) - 10:54, 17 February 2020
- The mains plug is the one with the 3 pins sticking out. What it plugs into is a socke UK mains is 230 or 240v ac 50Hz. 50Hz means that the voltage cycles 50 times per sec9 KB (1,469 words) - 16:01, 19 October 2015
- ...ontrol room, probably other options too. Will you plug an adaptor into the mains for every camera, buy a control console, or clip wires to a car battery.4 KB (725 words) - 23:39, 31 October 2021
- ===Mains drills=== ...s drills now, but a mains drill can be used as a scrwedriver if necessary. Mains drills are not designed to drive hex screwdriver bits. They will do so happ10 KB (1,674 words) - 19:40, 23 March 2014
- ===Mains plugs=== [[Crimp]]ed flex ends can be safely used in mains plugs and other screw connectors. Ideally the [[flex]] should be twisted be13 KB (2,188 words) - 00:15, 15 December 2013
- ...s the best instrument to test for mains leakage, as it tests insulation at mains voltage or above, whereas a multimeter typically tests it at 1.5v - 12v. De ...the appliance is on when leakage testing. If testing a (disconnected from mains) oven for example, all heating elements should be switched to on.18 KB (2,834 words) - 01:44, 6 March 2018
- How to trace the wiring of a mains circuit.4 KB (679 words) - 22:49, 26 July 2010
- ...eading of the current flowing at that moment. Multiply that number by your mains voltage (typically 240V), and you will have a an indication of the total po ...ad may be "reactive" - i.e. where a load stores some energy on part of the mains cycle, but then releases it later. This means not all of the current you ca18 KB (3,141 words) - 14:49, 2 December 2022
- * [[Halogen Lighting|mains voltage halogen]] * any other mains voltage lighting15 KB (2,298 words) - 09:49, 10 May 2013
- Non-maintained lights will light up automatically when mains power fails. (Maintained units are designed for a slightly different job.) ...ailable with a battery backup pack built in which will light the tube when mains fails. Operation on battery is usually at much reduced power with these. Wh16 KB (2,755 words) - 21:34, 22 October 2022
- ...system (traditionally in the loft). The tank will usually be refilled from mains cold water via a ballcock or float valve. There are normally three connecti ...in the tank will fall enough that the float valve will refill it from the mains supply. This means that the system can refill itself automatically (and ind11 KB (1,971 words) - 11:37, 14 July 2022
- ...any instantaneous moment, ie maximum current flows at voltage peaks of the mains supply. ...stive load being driven from the mains, draws current in sympathy with the mains voltage; as V rises, the current rises, and as V falls current falls. At th21 KB (3,536 words) - 14:03, 30 June 2022
- One leg of the mains feed to the load is threaded through the centre hole of the current transfo The relay used has [[mains]] rated contacts, and will typically be located close to the load to be swi12 KB (2,098 words) - 19:39, 9 September 2017
- ...k of the machine "live". Since the case is connected (via its 13A plug) to mains earth, a high current will flow to earth which will either blow the fuse in ...hock risk. (i.e. even if for a short while the tap in the bathroom is at [[Mains Voltage]] due to a fault in your immersion heater, the equipotential bondin12 KB (1,937 words) - 23:06, 31 January 2024
- * Fully compatible with mains filament bulbs * Fully compatible with mains [[halogen]]s.12 KB (1,868 words) - 17:49, 19 February 2023
- This article describes how mains powered extractor fans of the type often found in bathrooms and shower room ...isolation switch that will interrupt all live conductors (i.e. including [[Mains Voltage#Why is Neutral a Live_wire?|neutral]]). This is to allow safe clean11 KB (1,928 words) - 13:06, 5 January 2024
- ...a socket with line and neutral reversed (!), the metalwork will be at full mains voltage. ...ing live, and do not require an earth connection. This means that a 2-core mains lead can be used and internal earth connections are not needed.11 KB (1,751 words) - 02:17, 6 September 2017
- ...ly prevented from entering zone 2. This is usually done by limiting [[Flex|mains lead]] length on the appliance. ...ds to use common sense in the selection of fittings. Although conventional mains lamp fittings ''may'' be appropriate in large rooms where there is little s12 KB (2,022 words) - 23:15, 23 August 2021
- [[Plastic]] pattresses intended for mains use are made from thermoset plastic. These are completely rigid & don't sof ...They don't provide the same [[heat]] & [[fire]] protection and aren't for mains use.12 KB (1,854 words) - 09:22, 15 June 2020
- * short mains cable ===Black & Decker hand held mains vac===6 KB (958 words) - 10:04, 5 November 2021
- ...design an important distinction is between systems supplying hot water at mains pressure those supplying at low pressures. ==== Mains pressure systems ====21 KB (3,675 words) - 17:26, 8 January 2022
- ...access to a backup power source such as a generator or a battery bank and mains inverter, then you can safely switch power for the whole property between a ...r? This article explores a small project to make identifying when the grid mains power is restored, easy!20 KB (3,407 words) - 12:35, 19 November 2022
- * Running some 110v appliances off 240v mains Droppers can also be used with a lot of switched loads, when the rise to full mains voltage doesn't matter when the load is not drawing current.29 KB (4,453 words) - 10:51, 31 December 2018
- '''Wells''' are mostly used for water supplies where mains [[Water|water]] is not installed. They may also be used at metered properti3 KB (480 words) - 01:07, 12 November 2011
- ...anger. Double walled construction should be used, with 2 [[wall]]s between mains and waste water, and the failure of any join should not cause contamination * Approx temp at mains water incomer: summer 15C, winter 5C, estimated ave 10C10 KB (1,490 words) - 03:00, 16 November 2014
- ...u'll have live pins sticking out. Its always socket with holes nearest the mains plug, plug with pins nearest the motor5 KB (849 words) - 16:45, 28 August 2014
- [[image:Mains adaptor 5A wooden 2855-5.jpg|300px|right]] *Single insulated figure of 8 speaker type flex used as mains lead: until 1976 in UK6 KB (828 words) - 13:08, 9 September 2020
- : General Lighting Service, traditional mains filament bulbs ...aising their operating voltage slightly. A transformer can add 20v to the (mains voltage) supply for GLS filament bulbs, and thereby obtain 30% - 40% more l19 KB (2,961 words) - 18:26, 6 September 2017
- No electrical connection to mains so non-electrically operated main gas valve/thermostat etc. * Main burner which operates when mains power is applied to boiler (from system controls).7 KB (1,086 words) - 02:35, 30 July 2017
- ...ectricity distribution network's view, whereas most of us would not regard mains as low voltage. * [[Cables|Mains wire]]16 KB (2,584 words) - 13:30, 25 September 2017
- ...T. You will sometimes see these referred to in questions and answers about mains wiring. ...pair of rather scabby underground cables entering the property. One is the mains feed in, and the second is a feed out to the adjacent property. Here you ca12 KB (1,916 words) - 00:37, 24 October 2020
- We can't recommend it. A mains shock has only a slight risk of death, but over a thousand volts at high cu ...ve the whole outer cover - this can expose lethal high voltages (far above mains voltage).16 KB (2,642 words) - 21:10, 11 November 2013
- ...nstantaneous electric shower. This is the type of unit that takes a single mains cold water feed, and heats the water as it passes through the shower unit " ...flow of warm water - especially in the depths of winter when the incoming mains water is particularly cold.12 KB (2,082 words) - 23:04, 31 January 2024
- ...atching of leaking [[Plumbing|pipes]] at low pressure (ie not [[water]] at mains pressure)3 KB (479 words) - 15:42, 12 June 2018
- * Once commonly used for mains [[CU|incomer]] insulation ...haped flex is now used as speaker wire, but was used as a standard type of mains flex until the mid 1970s. Less often a 3 core version of this was seen.7 KB (1,056 words) - 19:04, 25 January 2019
- * Mains powered laser, no [[battery|batteries]] needed3 KB (462 words) - 00:16, 23 July 2019
- ...s on a working internet connection. This normally means that you also need mains power to run the broadband network equipment. So phone line access may no l ...g a mains voltage supply using batteries and an inverter. So they can keep mains powered kit running for a while - at least until the battery runs out)..15 KB (2,671 words) - 22:26, 20 February 2024
- ...asher, watch you don't put undue stress on the [[water]] hose(s), water at mains pressure has a curious knack of getting everywhere you don't want it to go. # First eliminate the [[fuse]] in the [[plug]], or a faulty mains [[socket]].14 KB (2,610 words) - 18:51, 16 May 2013
- ...uitable ballast, never connect a bulb direct to the [[:Category:Electrical|mains]]. The ballast is built into the fitting. ...high voltage starting pulses with some of these lamp types, so use a heavy mains [[flex]].8 KB (1,292 words) - 10:35, 7 February 2019
- == Should I buy Mains or Cordless? == There are now mains and cordless versions of nearly every power tool, although some have taken21 KB (3,674 words) - 02:02, 29 September 2023
- ...tor plus sprayer. A car windscreen sprayer can be used, or a solenoid on a mains pressure system.3 KB (526 words) - 00:45, 30 November 2017
- Some installations with mains [[Filament Lamps|filament lighting]] on type B MCBs are prone to nuisance t * MCBs often trip before the [[Fuse|mains plug fuse]] with a fault in an appliance, fuses seldom have this issue.7 KB (1,227 words) - 10:28, 25 May 2023
- With the machine disconnected from the mains, Remove the rear terminal cover with the three screws in the back:3 KB (602 words) - 11:46, 3 July 2015
- ...n the UK, and is a widespread occurrence. In fact the principle of feeding mains electricity direct through the [[water]] is standard practice in industry, *Gas (mains) about 4p/unit, factoring in boiler inefficiency8 KB (1,302 words) - 20:19, 8 September 2018
- ...the neutral-earth loop, preferably by means of a transformer fed from the mains, or alternatively from a d.c. source the polarity of which is rapidly and c ...eeding 45 volts, obtained from a double-wound transformer connected to the mains supply, shall be applied across the neutral and earth terminals (or neutral12 KB (2,029 words) - 20:32, 28 September 2017
- '''Thermal stores''' and '''heat banks''' provide hot water at mains pressure, giving excellent performance from showers and spray mixer taps. T A container of water is heated by the boiler or immersion heater etc. Mains pressure cold water passes through a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heat_exc11 KB (1,798 words) - 17:36, 14 April 2022
- * The entire system is rated to suit the sounder. In some cases this means a mains rated system. AC only bells with no switching also exist. These use a hammer vibrating at mains frequency. If used in series, these high speed bells and a low speed interr22 KB (3,383 words) - 18:36, 2 March 2017
- ...ormation on providing noise and transient suppression when using relays in mains electrical systems. Alternatively, one can also get relays that include con ...plastic one gang surface socket outlet boxes. The top box houses the DPDT mains relay as shown in the diagram. The relay is an 8 pin plug in type. Under wo16 KB (2,704 words) - 10:24, 26 May 2020
- ...commonly used to run small appliances at low voltage. The power supply and mains plug are one and the same item. * less than 3mm separation between mains and low voltage PCB tracks15 KB (2,573 words) - 14:59, 2 April 2015
- ...Dichroic lamps are usually only found in low voltage halogens rather than mains ones. =Low Voltage or Mains Halogen=26 KB (4,302 words) - 10:08, 30 November 2019
- ...ck would need to be inserted to use plain shanked bits or other tools. The mains lead is of ample length (approx 3m) and of a heavy rubber construction that3 KB (552 words) - 03:39, 9 January 2022
- ...bulb becoming ionised. The high temperature and large electric field (full mains voltage across a very small gap) which occurs when the filament breaks can4 KB (750 words) - 22:02, 6 September 2014
- ...nductor coloured green & yellow. The earth connection is via a 3-conductor mains flex.4 KB (645 words) - 17:05, 9 May 2014
- Most unearthed lighting circuits are wired with [[Historic Mains Cables|historic cable]] (often old imperial twin PVC) that can handle the r5 KB (738 words) - 22:55, 23 September 2017
- : A mains powered item other than a light fitting or an independent motor. ; [[Historic Mains Cables|Ashathene]]31 KB (4,494 words) - 09:57, 12 July 2019
- fixed the problem, and disconnected the entire supply at the mains,4 KB (770 words) - 22:46, 24 September 2022
- | valign="top" | This class of tool is now less commonly found as a mains powered tool, although is quite common as a cordless tool. The range and ch For general use a mains powered saw is a much better bet, however, cordless saws are now available.14 KB (2,559 words) - 16:50, 30 January 2017
- Mains wiring is not permitted to be concealed behind skirting boards, but special Mains wiring may be concealed behind cornicing, either special cornice trunking o11 KB (1,780 words) - 19:16, 4 December 2016
- * If its mains cold water, turn off the main stopcock and open a tap lower than the damage4 KB (732 words) - 01:09, 30 November 2014
- *Mains [[flex]] *[[Historic Mains Cables]]21 KB (3,196 words) - 16:58, 19 April 2023