Log cabin socket design installation

[gazdkw82]

Iv got a little install of 2 IP rated sockets to go on an exterior wall of a log cabin. The customer doesn't want to see any cables or containment as you look at the sockets. We've agreed to run black PVC conduit on the rear of the cabin (which is going to have shrubs growing up it) and then back entry into the 2 socket outlets.

The issue I have is from an installation view. The cabin panels are 20mm thick. Installing a female conduit bush and then a 90° bend will leave the conduit far to long to then fix to the back of the cabin and then run the lengths.

Would it be better to use a short piece of flex out of the socket just to get a tight 90°?

A few drawings below which may help

 

[telectrix]

don't fit a bend. fit a conduit end box with a hole drilled in back. silicon to prevent water ingress wher cable goes from box through wall.

 

[Pete999]

don't fit a bend. fit a conduit end box with a hole drilled in back. silicon to prevent water ingress wher cable goes from box through wall.

Beat me to it Tel

 

[gazdkw82]

Great idea.

I was going to use singles but think it may be best with something that offers a little more protection

 

[telectrix]

I'd use T/E just for the added protection of the sheath.

 

[littlespark]

Inspection bend rather than sweeping?
Will be tight against any external corner.

A bit tight for t&e, but doable.

 

[telectrix]

Inspection bend rather than sweeping?
Will be tight against any external corner.

A bit tight for t&e, but doable.

his problem is the wall is only 20mm thick. even an inspection bend would take that up and he'd need a 1" hole.

 

[Midwest]

MK do some entry accessories/adaptors for their outdoor sockets. Perhaps you could use one of them into the back of a conduit box.

 

[telectrix]

could always use MICC instead.

 

[Andy78]

You could always opt for SWA and galv boxes...

 

[littlespark]

Reading the OP again, and this time understanding what is required, I would go for end box - through box - end box from the CU, 1st socket, 2nd socket.
Or IP rated adaptable boxes

Watch the length of any screws into the wall if its only 20mm thick