Opinions on outdoor socket

[Midwest]

I’m building a man cave/BBQ area. It has a substantial roof, a weather proof back wall, but open to the elements on the other three sides. It’s large enough so the back wall won’t be susceptible to rain etc. In the rest of the garden, I’ve used MK Masterseal sockets.

However, they are a bit of a faff plugging in stuff.

I was thinking of just installing a non IP rated socket, as it will only have to contend with dampness etc, and be easier plugging in my rotisserie or electric carving knife.

What your views, or should I just get my coat

 

[telectrix]

buy a BG outside socket. single or double.

 

[DPG]

Personally I think it would look a bit 'DIY', but would probably be OK.

 

[Midwest]

buy a BG outside socket. single or double.

Wash your mouth out with Hobgoblin.

 

[SparkySy]

Ah should be fine if it's well out of the elements, I have a mate with a large covered area in his garden that has normal sockets fitted and they must of been in for 10 years at least with no issues.

 

[Deleted member 105166]

I was thinking of just installing a non IP rated socket, as it will only have to contend with dampness etc,

Is it on it's own RCBO, or with other circuits on a split RCD board?
If the latter an N-E path could cause nuisance tripping of the corresponding RCD

 

[Midwest]

Is it on it's own RCBO, or with other circuits on a split RCD board?
If the latter an N-E path could cause nuisance tripping of the corresponding RCD

Nope, it’s just fed off an RFC, but I can negate that by turning off the FCU.

I could just put in another Masterseal, but those lids do my head in, especially when I’m chefing.

 

[telectrix]

Wash your mouth out with Hobgoblin.

Wash your mouth out with Hobgoblin.

you wish is my command.

 

[Gavin John Hyde]

The new outdoor range from hamilton is good. So easy to use and install. Cheaper than mk, bg etc too

 

[Deleted member 105166]

How about an IP44/IP67 rated 16A IEC60309 (ceeform) socket, used with a short 16A to twin 13A jumper?

 

[Midwest]

They (Hamilton) look no less cumbersome than the MK ones?

 

[Midwest]

How about an IP44/IP67 rated 16A IEC60309 (ceeform) socket, used with a short 16A to twin 13A jumper?

I’ve just spent the last two weekends cladding the back wall. Not putting anything blue on it.

 

[Midwest]

Here’s the situation;



and another one developing;



PS, whats happening with this forum, on the quiet as it were?

 

[Midwest]

It’s ok with the last one; her indoors has come to the rescue with replenishment. Thew

 

[DPG]

Looks well does that.

 

[DT1991]

Looking low get that topped up!

Tbh I would be happy putting a non ip rated unit there but keeping a close eye on it during the winter months.

 

[DPG]

Looking low get that topped up!

Tbh I would be happy putting a non ip rated unit there but keeping a close eye on it during the winter months.

Sounds like a plan.

 

[telectrix]

Here’s the situation;

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and another one developing;

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PS, whats happening with this forum, on the quiet as it were?

what wassock painted R2D2 black?

 

[westward10]

No offence to Middy although he probably will be offended but I find people who cook outside, particularly with barbeques mildly irritating. It is on a par with hot tubs.

 

[telectrix]

No offence to Middy although he probably will be offended but I find people who cook outside, particularly with barbeques mildly irritating. It is on a par with hot tubs.

you forgot topless sunbathing.