Outside Socket

[rob1993]

Hi there iv been asked to install 2 outside sockets and was wondering the best way people would do this.

first things first the ring is currently not rcd protected so could I get away with getting 2 outdoor rcd sockets instead of putting an rcbo on the whole circuit??
also what would be the best way to wire it, by splitting the ring or would it be okay to put a FCU which then feeds both sockets?

 

[MDJ]

Just to add to my previous comment, obviously RCD protect it if it's outside.

Im sure you see what I'm saying, if you fit a normal 13A socket it's all good, I know why but why should you TT it because it's a different shape?

Because the customer has actually informed the OP that is is specifically for Caravan use.

 

[uksparks]

I had a feeling you would say that, which is the very reason I didn't fit one the other week because the customer said.

You see what I mean though about it still being a socket.

Have a good day all.

 

[MDJ]

I had a feeling you would say that, which is the very reason I didn't fit one the other week because the customer said.

You see what I mean though about it still being a socket.

Have a good day all.

I see what you mean yes, the customer actually asked for 2 twin sockets originally and didn't say what they were for, in that senario no one would consider anything other than using the house earth. I would have asked about loading myself as that is a lot of potential load if 4 outlets required. Since the customer has now said the supplies are specifically for caravans everything IMO changes, JMO of course.