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Metal vs plastic electric wall boxes
Crossy replied to OneMoreFarang's topic in The Electrical Forum
Nice one ???? AS3000 is rather more strict than the Thai regs so following it should be fine. Otherwise this PEA document is also worth looking at. Groundwire Mk2 book-Manual.pdf The most important difference is the local implementation of MEN by routing the incoming neutral via the ground bar. You must do it this way to pass your MEA/PEA inspection for a permanent supply. The relevant diagram from the PEA guide with my translations. -
Went round it when we lived in Belgium, we were going to have a ride on the Transrapid maglev test track but they managed to crash that. My BMW 525 was hopelessly outclassed (as was my driving) but it was enormous fun, the whole point of course.
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Eleven Conservatives now bidding to be next UK prime minister
Crossy replied to CharlieH's topic in World News
I just want Liz to win so I can say "Tories turn to Truss for support". Fetching my coat -
How many breakers do I need in a new kitchen
Crossy replied to jack71's topic in The Electrical Forum
I would do this:- Electric hob/cooktop - own circuit (size according to the instructions). Built-in oven - own circuit or put it on the circuit with the hob if you have one Water heater - own circuit A/C - own circuit Then at least two outlet circuits for your portable appliances plus one for your fridge / freezer. The freezer circuit should be separate from your RCD/RCBO protection so if you get a trip whilst away you don't return to a non-frozen freezer. Outlet circuits should be in 2.5mm2 cable on 20A breakers, radial circuits only, no UK style ring-finals please. You can never have too many outlets! There is no limit to how many outlets per circuit so long as your total load doesn't go over 20A. -
Not what, who https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sabine_Schmitz The circuit is the Nürburgring, and yes you can pay to go round it. She was probably most famous in the UK for this:-
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Phew, missed this ...
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I've had to buy these and 10mm combination spanners by the bag due to contractors "losing" them.
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Metal vs plastic electric wall boxes
Crossy replied to OneMoreFarang's topic in The Electrical Forum
You need "Standard Electrical Installation for Thailand, 2013" https://eitstandard.com/มาตรฐานการติดตั้งทางไฟ-2/# Obviously it's in Thai. Unfortunately there's nothing aimed specifically at domestic but at least the document is cheap. If you want a western standard that comes pretty close then AS3000 is your best bet. -
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To be honest I'd just calculate it. If your battery is 7.5Ah, let's say it goes to 80% discharge so that's 6Ah available. At 8A that's 6/8 hours = 0.75 hours or 45 minutes. If you want to do an actual test then you can use a resistor, the current isn't truly constant as the voltage will tail off but it's quick and simple. For 8A at 12V you need a resistor of 1.5 ohms, it needs be able to dissipate at least 96Watts. https://www.lazada.co.th/products/1pcs-01-ohm-05-ohm-1-ohm-15-ohm-2-ohm-3-ohm-4-ohm-5-ohm-6-ohm-8-ohm-10-ohm-12-ohm-15-ohm-20-ohm-22-ohm-30-ohm-33-ohm-50-ohm-100-ohm-1k-ohm-100w-power-aluminum-shell-wirewound-resistor-resistance-for-electronic-diy-i2277863887-s7654802870.html? Or you could buy a true constant-current load. https://www.lazada.co.th/products/180w-dc-usb-tester-app-electronic-load-lithium-battery-capacity-monitor-discharge-charge-power-checker-us-plug-i3941561207-s15205156279.html?clickTrackInfo=query%3Abattery%2Bcapacity%2Btester%3Bnid%3A3941561207%3Bsrc%3ALazadaMainSrp%3Brn%3A838718e4bd697bcc25f1b3010560efd5%3Bregion%3Ath%3Bsku%3A3941561207_TH%3Bprice%3A1299.00%3Bclient%3Adesktop%3Bsupplier_id%3A100217031603%3Basc_category_id%3A12091%3Bitem_id%3A3941561207%3Bsku_id%3A15205156279%3Bshop_id%3A3325196&search=1&spm=a2o4m.searchlist.list.i40.2df21a131f7c37 You need to bridge all the + terminals together and all the - terminals together to avoid tripping the fuses.
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My wife asked for a "Dutch Oven", how was I to know she wanted one of these ... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0791KZKXY/ref=sbl_dpx_dining-dutch-ovens_B0076NOGPY_0 https://www.dictionary.com/browse/dutch-oven#:~:text=In cooking%2C a Dutch oven,a Dutch oven traps heat.
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Opposition chief whip promises PM will be badly bruised in censure debate
Crossy replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
"Opposition chief whip promises PM will be badly bruised ..." Ooh, er, missus!! ^^^ I see great minds are thinking alike -
You not understanding English isn't the reason......lol
Crossy replied to Iamfalang's topic in ASEAN NOW Community Pub
I've been here since 2004, sometimes I still just want to go and bash my head against something solid! Dealing with Thai contractors on a daily basis just causes nervous breakdowns. -
Mouse damage to wiring ok for insurance claim?
Crossy replied to notrub's topic in Thailand Motor Discussion
I'd get a quote to fix then go for the claim if you think it's worth it, get any minor dings sorted at the same time, although it may well affect any no-claims. Talk to your insurer. We've been adopted by a cat who is ably assisted by a Sunbeam snake that lives in the long grass, no rats or mice ???? -
Kindergarten in "Khai Palo drama" gets clean bill of lunchtime health
Crossy replied to webfact's topic in Isaan News
To be honest the food in the article doesn't look particularly appetising anyway. -
Using Contact Payment on BTS/MRT
Crossy replied to Bangkok Barry's topic in Jobs, Economy, Banking, Business, Investments
You mean "contactless" I'm sure ???? The MRT and Purple Line automatic gates will take your contactless Visa or Mastercard no problem but you won't get any "elder" discount which you could get by buying an MRT+ card (assuming you are over 60). BTS don't have that facility yet, "coming soon", for now you will need to buy a Rabbit card (needs your passport) or single-ride tickets from the machines using cash. -
Kindergarten in "Khai Palo drama" gets clean bill of lunchtime health
Crossy replied to webfact's topic in Isaan News
Of course this was a surprise visit wasn't it