External Wiring

[Bluefoot]

Hi

Could someone please help me with this problem.I want to extend external wiring that start indoors with a plug in rcd. At present the wiring terminates via rigid PVC conduit to an external socket. I would like to change the socket to a junction box an use flexible conduit to run it into my shed, is this possible and what is the best type of conduit for this purpose.

 

[NozSpark]

TBH this is not really a DIY project. My best advice would be to get a local electrician out to have a look.

Most will be willing to allow you to do the donkey work to help keep the costs down

 

[Evans Electric]

Get an electrician in Bluefoot.  

If not then ....

If you are fixing conduit to a wall you want RIGID conduit not flexible or use an Armoured cable which could be buried .  I've often saved the customer money by getting him to dig the trench.  

But jobs such as this are regarded as a  " Special Location"  and need to be done in a proper manner , cable selection , earthing ,  VD,   additional protection , installation method are all important .  

 

[ProDave]

Quite apart from anything else, what you have at the moment is a bodged DIY outside socket that just plugs into a 13A socket.

So forget that. Start from scratch with a proper hard wired outside circuit designed and installed for the purpose.

 

[Blue Duck]

+1 to all the above

Too many variables to continue from the point your already at, which isn't a good one. Much better to start fresh and start by calling an electrician.

No offence intended

 

[Doc Hudson]

Hi

Could someone please help me with this problem.I want to extend external wiring that start indoors with a plug in rcd. At present the wiring terminates via rigid PVC conduit to an external socket. I would like to change the socket to a junction box an use flexible conduit to run it into my shed, is this possible and what is the best type of conduit for this purpose.

Welcome to the forum. unfortunately as some have already commented there is insufficient information to make any serious practical guidance. For example there is no detail about what loading you are expecting to put onto this amended circuit or how long the new cable will be once connected. These factors have serious impact onto what is safe wiring and what is a potential overload accident waiting to happen. Correct cable sizes and fuse rating are the way to ensure safe wiring, but if your amended circuit needs cables larger than those that fit into standard sizes of conduit, then it is no good anyone suggesting either flexible or rigid conduit. please give us more information about the use you are going to put the socket to, and the length of cable, and what the existing circuit is supplying or seek a local electrician who can ensure correct design is followed.

Doc H.