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ReSearch on Electrical Systems in Singapore
Literature Search
Literature Search
- Google
- diy guides electricals sg
- diy guides electricals UK
- Guides and References
- SG
- Electrical DIY tips by Home-Fix - http://www.home-fix.com/d-i-y-guides/tips/electrical
- Renonation - https://www.renonation.sg/
- Renotalk - http://www.renotalk.com
- Articles by Electrician Singapore - http://www.electriciansingapore.com.sg/articles.html
- UK
- DIY How-to by DIY Doctor UK - http://www.diydoctor.org.uk/diy-how-to-type/electrical.htm
- Electrics by DIYFIXIT UK - http://www.diyfixit.co.uk/electrics/
- SG
- Articles
- A Couple's Decision to DIY Their Home Renovation by renonation - https://www.renonation.sg/a-couples-decision-to-diy-their-home-renovation-part-1/
- DIY Whole House Electrical by RenoTalk.com - http://www.renotalk.com/forum/topic/30838-diy-whole-house-electrical/
- Electrical Loading and Re-wiring in HDB Flats - https://emrenoblog.wordpress.com/2012/12/14/electrical-loading-re-wiring-in-hdb-flats/
- Courses
- https://www.electriciancourses4u.co.uk/useful-resources/how-to-do-diy-electrics-safely/
Governmental Authorities relating to Electricals
Governmental Authorities relating to Electricals
HDB
- Living in HDB Flats
- Electrical Works - http://www.hdb.gov.sg/cs/infoweb/residential/living-in-an-hdb-flat/renovation/electrical-works
- HDB Electrical Loading - http://www.hdb.gov.sg/cs/infoweb/search-result?q=electricals
- Electrical Accessories and Wiring - http://www.hdb.gov.sg/cs/infoweb/residential/living-in-an-hdb-flat/renovation/electrical-works
- For Business
SP Services Ltd (SPSL)
(BCA) Building and Construction Authority
- Main Website - https://www.bca.gov.sg
- HDB Flats - Renovation Guideline for Electrical Work - https://www.bca.gov.sg/housing/sp/renovating/Reno_HDBGuideLine.htm#ElectWork
Energy Market Authority
- Main Website - https://elise.ema.gov.sg/ - Smart Energy, Sustainable Future
- To Search for Licensed Electrical Workers - https://elise.ema.gov.sg/elise/findworkerservlet?Operation=GetOffer&Item=EL
- New Cable Color Code for Electrical Installations - https://elise.ema.gov.sg/safety/about.html
Concepts on Electrical Components, Accessories and Wiring
Concepts on Electrical Components, Accessories and Wiring
What is A Consumer Unit/ Distribution Box?
What is A Consumer Unit/ Distribution Box?
- A Electrical distribution panel in the flat.
- Housed in an enclosure comprising
- Double MCB (Double pole Miniature Circuit Breakers)
- Serve as Main Switch for CU
- Serve as Main Switch for Household Shelter
- RCCB (Residual Current Circuit Breaker)
- Safety Circuit Breaker with a Test Button.
- Single MCBs (Outgoing Single Pole MCBs)
- Terminals
- Double MCB (Double pole Miniature Circuit Breakers)
What are the Different Types of Wires and Cables?
What are the Different Types of Wires and Cables?
- Single Core Cable
- Used in industrial applications in conduits
- 2 Core and Earth Cable
- Standard wire at home
- Contains
- Earth, Live and Neutral Wire
- Three Core and Earth Cable
- Used in 2 way lighting, where extra conductor between 2 switches
- Contains
- 3 conductors: Brown, Grey and Black or (Red, yellow, blue)
- 1 earth
References
- For Photos and Content - http://www.diyfixit.co.uk/electrics/cable-types.html
What are the different types of Wire/Cable Connections in Electrical Installation Work?
What are the different types of Wire/Cable Connections in Electrical Installation Work?
- Screw Terminal
- Most commonly found on socket outlets and light switches
- If more than 1 conductor connected to same screw terminal, insert them alongside but do not twist them together.
- Clamp Terminal
- Commonly found on earth clamps (i.e. japanese microwave)
- Push Type
- Cage Clamp
References
- For Photos and content - http://www.diyfixit.co.uk/electrics/cable-connecting.html
What are some Electrical and Wiring Accessories?
What are some Electrical and Wiring Accessories?
- Screw Terminals (Used in UK and SG)
- Also known as connector strips or Chocbox in UK
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Screw_terminal
- Wire Nut
What are the Different Types of Electrical Outlets
What are the Different Types of Electrical Outlets
- Switches
- Plugs and Sockets
What are Electrical Plugs?
What are Electrical Plugs?
Types of Electrical Plugs
- Main Electrical Plug used in Singapore - http://www.power-plugs-sockets.com/singapore/
- What are the Different kinds of Mains Plugs suitable for use in Singapore?
- https://www.spring.gov.sg/Building-Trust/Raising-Confidence/Safety-Tips-Alerts/Documents/Mains_plugs.pdf
- 13A Rectangular Pin
- 2.5A Round Pin
- 5A Round Pin
- 15A round pin
What do the wires in a Plug mean?
Terminal hole marking
L (‘Live’, also known as ‘Phase’)
N (‘Neutral’)
E (‘Earth’, also known as ‘Protective’)
Color of Flexible Cable
L: Brown
N: Blue
E: Green and Yellow
Fuses
13 Amp plug should have 13 Amp Fuse
New Cable Color Codes
From 2011, all cables must use new color codes
Earth Wire
Reference
- http://www.hdb.gov.sg/cs/infoweb/residential/living-in-an-hdb-flat/home-maintenance/electrical-accessories-and-wiring
GUIDES on Electricals Issues
GUIDES on Electricals Issues
Fixing Common Electrical Problems in the House
Fixing Common Electrical Problems in the House
When MCB or RCCB Tripp
Understanding Legal Regulations and Guidelines for Electrical Works
Understanding Legal Regulations and Guidelines for Electrical Works
For DIY works in HDB Flats
- "Avoid carrying out any Do-It-Yourself (DIY) works involving drilling or hammering from 10:30pm to 7am, as such works generate noise which may inconvenience your neighbours. You should inform your neighbours beforehand if you are unable to keep within these timings"
- "Diameter and penetration depth of power-driven nails and screws must not exceed 6mm and 40mm respectively"
Common Electrical Tasks
Common Electrical Tasks
Wiring a Singapore/UK Plug
- Wiring a UK Plug - https://dengarden.com/home-improvement/Wiring-a-UK-Plug
- Wiring a Plug by Home-Fix - http://www.home-fix.com/d-i-y-guides/tips/electrical/wiring-a-plug
Stripping and Preparing Wires/ Cables
- C
Joining and Connecting Wires/ Cables
- Joining 2 wires together/ Extending a wire
- http://www.diyfixit.co.uk/electrics/extending-electrical-flex.html
Adding a New Light and Switch
- Locate Light and Switch
- Types of Walls
- Install Lighting Switch Cable
- At Lighting Point
- Connect Supply Cable
- Connect Switch Cable
- Connect Lighting
- Connect to lighting circuit supply
Replace Light Switch with Dimmer
- About Dimmers
- How to - http://www.diybasics.co.uk/ReplacingStandardLightSwitchDimmer.html
Reference
- For Photos and Details - http://www.diyfixit.co.uk/electrics/adding-a-new-light-and-switch-one-way.html
Agencies that are relevent to electrical issues in your home
Agencies that are relevent to electrical issues in your home
SP Services Ltd (SPSL)
Authorised and Trained People who can conduct Electrical Work
Authorised and Trained People who can conduct Electrical Work
LEW: Licensed Electrical Worker
Able to check conditions of wirings and advise if wiring needs to be replaced.
Concepts on the Procedures
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