External cable runs

[Tony Way]

Hi Guys

I seem to do a lot of retrofit external lights to properties where they don't want damaged walls inside. So, only way to do it is to run cables externally. Now as we all know, you're not allowed to run 6242Y outside without protection from UV etc. So obvious options are: to run it in round conduit (but terminations via terminal boxes etc don't look too pretty) use SWA, but very few fittings allow direct termination.

Can you use HITUF / NYY-J (i guess if you could there similar issues to SWA), or is there anything else out there that looks better, speeds installation and eases termintion into domestic style external fittings?

Many thanks

Tony

 

[telectrix]

all depends on the csa of the cable. if it's 2.5mm i'd be inclined to use SWA.

 

[stevewagner]

I use FP200 - very easy to terminate, is neat and comes in diferent colours.

 

[LlandrilloSpark]

Did this recently and used HY, Armoured Flex

 

[1shortcircuit]

Now as we all know, you're not allowed to run 6242Y outside without protection from UV etc.

Is there a reg that supports this?