SWA Cable Gland: Earthing Nut vs Conventional Banjo and Lock Nut for cable glands.

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  • Опубликовано: 30 окт 2024

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  • @efixx
    @efixx  4 года назад +1

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    • @keithmyerscough1861
      @keithmyerscough1861 4 года назад

      I feel your point about removing the paint from the enclosure is not necessary. The armour is connected electrically via the gland. The gland via the banjo. The banjo via the fly lead to the earth terminal. The earth terminal is normally connected by the manufacturer to the metal casing. I feel you are making a mountain out of a molehill.

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  • @aroncells3120
    @aroncells3120 5 лет назад +13

    Worked on a petrochemical plant one time and the electrical engineer insisted on spanners for swa glands as he hated damaged brass , nice to see this included in your video for young learner's

    • @efixx
      @efixx  5 лет назад

      Hi. Thanks for the positive feedback 👍

    • @alistair1978utube
      @alistair1978utube 4 года назад

      @ always use correct size of apostrophes...

  • @GreenHawkConstructionltd
    @GreenHawkConstructionltd 4 года назад +4

    We have been using earthing nuts for a little while now. They save time and money and we feel they do a better job. Great content as usual 👍

    • @efixx
      @efixx  4 года назад

      Thanks 👍

  • @tuboid001
    @tuboid001 4 года назад +8

    If you give the actual earth nut a turn when it's almost done up with the spanner you have a much better chance of it cutting through the paint and making better contact with the metal of the enclosure.

  • @muzikman2008
    @muzikman2008 5 лет назад +9

    I always use these on swa where necessary. Pricey though. Great for taking a swa cable from metal clad sfcu where space is limited. Great video guys. Love the new channel.

    • @efixx
      @efixx  5 лет назад

      Hi. Thanks for the support on our new adventure eFIXX Gaz 👍😁

  • @davidwedge1931
    @davidwedge1931 5 лет назад +8

    More videos like this please. Extremely helpful👍

    • @efixx
      @efixx  5 лет назад

      Hi thanks for the positive feedback Gaz

  • @vievlogs589
    @vievlogs589 5 лет назад +10

    I love the competitive element between Gaz and Joe 👍.... go Gaz go 👍

    • @efixx
      @efixx  5 лет назад

      Joe's pretty good also! 😊 Thanks for the comment!

  • @001Neal100
    @001Neal100 2 года назад +4

    I've never done it this way. I keep the swa tag on the inside of the enclosure, bent up the tag a little and used a nut and bolt to clamp the earth ring crimp to the tag. Never had any issues with R2 readings this way.

    • @johnrawlins6147
      @johnrawlins6147 2 года назад

      That's exactly what I was thinking of doing bending the tag up , that's before I saw the earth nuts , I've never done this before and have just ordered the glands , and looking at the price of the nuts , I think I'll bend the tag up

    • @psm2day
      @psm2day Год назад

      Exactly what I do, keep it all inside, ive used these nuts too but on some small enclosures they are too chunky especially side by side on a switch.

  • @kidaz
    @kidaz 3 года назад +1

    Great idea. Expensive idea. 5 quid for 2 for an extra ~3 minutes. Time to do some calculations.

    • @efixx
      @efixx  3 года назад

      Could argue it's easier as well as quicker? 🤔

    • @kidaz
      @kidaz 3 года назад

      @@efixx Yup. Quicker. Easier. Expensiver.

  • @davidclark3603
    @davidclark3603 Год назад

    That's a good idea. I hope it catches on.

  • @anthonybragg
    @anthonybragg 5 лет назад +4

    We use earth nuts with plastic adaptable boxes/enclosures because of the creeping factor.

  • @delspark
    @delspark 5 лет назад +5

    I like using both 👍

    • @efixx
      @efixx  5 лет назад

      Thanks for the support on eFIXX Gaz 👍

  • @ww-sd9pz
    @ww-sd9pz 4 года назад +3

    Great job but would have liked to see it done with SWA cable attached. Cant understand how your suppose to hold the locking nut on the inside while rotating the fitting on the outside, if its a terminated cable. Thanks great help.

  • @jam99
    @jam99 4 года назад

    Classic time vs materials cost compromise. Great video.

  • @Dog-whisperer7494
    @Dog-whisperer7494 3 года назад

    Got nothing to say about this guy’s 👍
    Great video guy’s as always
    👍👍👍👍❤️⚡️

  • @posei3960
    @posei3960 2 года назад +1

    I was always taught to use the adjustable spanner the "other way around" this was known as "the CORRECT away"

  • @jocramkrispy305
    @jocramkrispy305 3 года назад +3

    why not attach the flylead before tightening the gland? It seems odd to put the screw in to stop the banjo spinning, then taking it out, then putting it in again with the fly lead.

  • @michaeldawson6309
    @michaeldawson6309 2 года назад

    Much better too for external use as the traditional nut is iron and rusts.

  • @Ethanboyf
    @Ethanboyf 5 лет назад +7

    Where would I go about getting one of these lock but spanners? First time I’ve ever seen one

    • @efixx
      @efixx  5 лет назад +3

      Best bet would be to call your local wholesaler, they should be able to sort you out with one. Thanks for asking!

    • @G1ZQCArtwork
      @G1ZQCArtwork 4 года назад +3

      What is a lock but spanner.??

    • @trajo189
      @trajo189 Год назад

      Did you ever find the spanner in this video please?

    • @gussie990
      @gussie990 Год назад

      Locknut King
      Don’t think they’re made anymore. I got one from eBay.

  • @G1ZQCArtwork
    @G1ZQCArtwork 4 года назад +2

    I am aware this was a demonstration of nut V Banjo, but I would still have thought the Banjo would be better INSIDE the box. I do a lot of caravan hook-ups and insist the Earthing tags/banjos are all on the inside of the IP44 box, to cut corrosion, They very quickly go Black if on the outside. And don't start me off regarding the use of steel nuts and bolts, I have replaced no end with Brass.

    • @JohnSmith-ws7fq
      @JohnSmith-ws7fq 3 года назад

      What do you use for the lugs? Are the tin-plated copper ones preferable over the red/blue/yellow stuff?

    • @G1ZQCArtwork
      @G1ZQCArtwork 3 года назад +1

      @@JohnSmith-ws7fq I will not use anything ferrous on the outside of the box, and am particular on what I use on the inside, due to corrosion.
      Many times I have had to grind through rusted nuts on the outside. And replace brass banjos fitted on the outside, as they go Black.
      Quite often, people have used the SWA shield for the Earth. Which is OK in principle, but if they use steel fixings, the resistance soon goes beyond the standard to protect life, should a fault occur. Am I wrong to look to the future.?

    • @G1ZQCArtwork
      @G1ZQCArtwork 3 года назад +1

      @@JohnSmith-ws7fq As for lugs, I only use tinned copper.

    • @JohnSmith-ws7fq
      @JohnSmith-ws7fq 3 года назад

      @@G1ZQCArtwork Thanks, good points.

    • @paulhill9132
      @paulhill9132 Год назад

      I see no point in drilling a hole through a plastic IP66 rated enclosure due to the banjo being fitted on the outside of the box. Like others, I bend the banjo and fit it inside the box. Less holes in the box = less chance of water ingress!

  • @MrKwelsh
    @MrKwelsh 5 лет назад +5

    Seen alot of people using serated washers instead of banjo's. They bite into the consumer unit or panels which are earthed. Whats peoples thoughts on this? Should a flying lead always be used?

    • @efixx
      @efixx  5 лет назад

      Thanks for the comment, always useful to hear different ideas!

    • @MrKwelsh
      @MrKwelsh 5 лет назад

      @@efixx No problem, really enjoy watching the uploads and i also like your other channel GSH.

  • @martinwright5113
    @martinwright5113 5 лет назад +2

    Good product but looking on Screwfix website they cost nearly double what a gland pack (20mm cw) cost. Would soon add up.

  • @user-od3rl5mc
    @user-od3rl5mc 4 года назад +2

    What size cable should the fly lead be, assuming a 2.5mm2 SWA and an 63amp RCD?

  • @neillwalker5681
    @neillwalker5681 5 лет назад +4

    Another interesting video fuelling the debate on which connection type is better. Most people like the new piranha nuts but they cost more.
    There has long been debate about fitting banjo tags. You fitted yours on the outside but many fit them inside to reduce corrosion and improve the cleanness outside. You can buy pre-terminated banjos with flyleads on to reduce the fitting time. If you fit them inside and the case has a cpc bar earthing the cabinet already as yours did then should you drill the case for the banjo or just connect it to the cpc bar as you would with a piranha nut? If you drill the case it takes time and corrosion follows. Same on a plastic case, is there a need to drill the small hole for the banjo as its not earthing the case? You views welcome on best practice.

    • @efixx
      @efixx  5 лет назад

      Great points as always Neill. Gaz 👍

  • @CurvedSlightly
    @CurvedSlightly 4 года назад

    It's a grind! My sparky arrives in his Ferrari!

  • @dunkdriver1972
    @dunkdriver1972 3 года назад

    Never seen anyone make such a hash of putting a banjo on. 😂

  • @jodyburrows1253
    @jodyburrows1253 3 месяца назад

    Do u have to use earth nuts or banjos if the metal box is earthed by the gland or a cpc

  • @joshstephenson8979
    @joshstephenson8979 4 года назад +1

    Why are manufactures leads of the breakers got so much copper showing

  • @Sparklife-UK
    @Sparklife-UK 3 года назад +1

    @efixx is that a bush spanner that’s been adapted to work with lock rings or is it bought like that?

    • @trajo189
      @trajo189 Год назад

      Did you ever find the spanner in this video please?

    • @Sparklife-UK
      @Sparklife-UK Год назад

      @@trajo189 no you can’t get them anymore unfortunately

  • @gussie990
    @gussie990 4 года назад +1

    What is the make and model of the bush/locknut spanner you use in this video?
    My colleague has one but it’s open ended and has very thick metal rendering it almost useless for glands.
    Cheers

    • @trajo189
      @trajo189 Год назад

      Did you ever find the spanner in this video please?

  • @kevinpearson1600
    @kevinpearson1600 3 года назад

    If you use a tap to cut a thread into the metal enclosure and then use the bolt would you still need the fly lead

  • @peanutpotion
    @peanutpotion 5 лет назад

    nice video gaz, would you agree by saying the fly lead earth should be 1/2 the size of the cable e.g 6mm swa 4mm fly lead as 2.5mm would be more than half the cables size?

  • @HeathenGeek
    @HeathenGeek Год назад

    What determines the size of the earth fly lead between banjo and earth terminal?

  • @andrewkelsey7777
    @andrewkelsey7777 4 года назад +1

    Hi guys I understand the idea of removing the paint for metal on metal connection and know you shouldn't make assumptions but I assume that the paint isnt there just for aesthetics and its purpose is to offer some kind of protection against corrosion and fire.
    That being said, will removing the paint, then make the ccu not comply with safety regulations? Good vid by the way.

    • @efixx
      @efixx  4 года назад +1

      If it was an IP rated board in an area subject with water or corrosive chemicals then you would need to consider paint removal as an issue. Remember when you push out a knock out or drill a hole you are exposing uncoated steel. Paint won't last long in a fire!

    • @andrewkelsey7777
      @andrewkelsey7777 4 года назад

      I am an adult learner who started level 2 (2365) this September.
      I find all your videos extremely helpful, and thought of the question during this video.
      Thank you for the reply and the information.
      Keep up the good work 👍

  • @argonaut6386
    @argonaut6386 3 года назад

    Love that idea. Another great and clear video. If a current old SWA cable in an garage only has two cores ( Live and Neutral) and uses the armour as the earth would you need to install an additional earth rod incase the armour ever suffered corrosion or a s the armour deemed satisfactory?

    • @NeilGardner-l1s
      @NeilGardner-l1s 9 месяцев назад

      The armour is deemed sufficient to be used as the CPC

  • @jameshansing5396
    @jameshansing5396 2 года назад

    Learner here, what should be the size of or where can I look in the regs for the size of the fly lead please?

  • @pipcopur
    @pipcopur 4 года назад +1

    J.W. says not required on metal units but his video is from a few years ago. Is this a reg change?

    • @efixx
      @efixx  4 года назад +1

      Depends if you are using the armour as the CPC conductor

    • @westinthewest
      @westinthewest 3 года назад

      @@efixx Is using the armour as a CPC optional?

  • @UKJaiO
    @UKJaiO Год назад

    Can these be used on SY glands also?

  • @timh5529
    @timh5529 Год назад

    Whats the name of that lock nut spanner or where do you get one?

  • @springhy
    @springhy 4 года назад

    What if you was entering it from the top knockout how could it be earthed from inside without drilling a hole on top for the earthing?

  • @seankerr4649
    @seankerr4649 4 года назад +1

    I’ve never seen the nut spanner before? Is there any particular name for it so I can search for one?

    • @trajo189
      @trajo189 Год назад

      Did you ever find the spanner in this video please?

  • @rogerbooth81
    @rogerbooth81 4 года назад

    How about a complete install with swa in situ like ya would do to make a connection

  • @joem9124
    @joem9124 5 лет назад

    shouldnt the thread of the m4 and the nut be on the outside of the enclosure?

  • @o04n7h0n90o
    @o04n7h0n90o 4 года назад +1

    Pilot hole??

  • @avreclaim6469
    @avreclaim6469 4 года назад

    Not seeing an EEC path there, if you are like 90 and use Banjos you have to lug off onto the banjo, not the other end of some random bolt. If you have to use banjos earth the banjo and using a stuffing gland to pass the ECC into the enclosure.

  • @devlinmaguire8074
    @devlinmaguire8074 3 года назад +1

    Whaaaat there is a lock ring spanner well I never

  • @Kottesque
    @Kottesque 4 года назад

    So if you’re running between two plastic enclosure consumer units,does that mean the earth rings/nuts are redundant?

    • @efixx
      @efixx  4 года назад

      No you still need to connect the metal armour to the CPC.

    • @socialscene6361
      @socialscene6361 4 года назад

      The armour is an exposed conductive part which could become live under fault conditions - so it should be earthed.

    • @Kottesque
      @Kottesque 4 года назад

      @@socialscene6361 I've spoken to about six electricians since and they all say the same thing: "It's a protection earth in case the cable is severed (usually in the ground), and should be earthed." I have my SWA running over a garage roof and cleated to the wall, so no fear of it being 'dug into'...but I will earth the shell regardless...

    • @jodyburrows1253
      @jodyburrows1253 3 месяца назад

      Is it OK for the swa to be earthed just going back to source and not at the front with another banjo

  • @kangtheconqueror
    @kangtheconqueror 5 лет назад +3

    Gaz, Gaz... what's with the trendy haircut attempt? 🤔

    • @efixx
      @efixx  5 лет назад +1

      Hi. My haircut hasn’t changed in 15 years 😂. Thanks for the support Gaz

  • @carlmynett1271
    @carlmynett1271 4 года назад +1

    No good on wiska boxes

  • @eddo167
    @eddo167 4 года назад

    should omit the pilot hole and drill with the finished size drill bit straight in as you are case hardening the steel by use of the pilot