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[Closed] what cable for external floodlights?

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looking to move some external 30W LED floodlights, what cable do I need to go with these?

http://www.screwfix.com/p/teetube-ip68-3-pole-in-line-cable-joint/92911


 
Posted : 18/05/2017 3:11 pm
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Are they wall mounted?


 
Posted : 18/05/2017 3:15 pm
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Fits 5-13mm cable.


 
Posted : 18/05/2017 3:23 pm
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yes wall mounted,
yes know the fit

from the millions of choices in the screwfix catalogue what is the recommended cable for an external wall mounted fit?

thanks


 
Posted : 18/05/2017 3:27 pm
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what is the recommended cable for an external wall mounted fit?

Well personally I'd just buy cores and stick it in 20mm plastic/metal conduit. Any cable will degrade over time from UV (even supposedly UV stable stuff). I also think it looks neater / more professional.


 
Posted : 18/05/2017 3:33 pm
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I would just have used 1.5mm twin core or 3 core and waterproof junction boxes. You'll need to use something with a round profile ideally.


 
Posted : 18/05/2017 3:44 pm
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It depends on the environment and whether you're crossing any gaps between buildings.
Footflaps suggests a sensible default, but it really does depend...


 
Posted : 18/05/2017 4:17 pm
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PVC twin n earth shouldn't really be used outside, how longs the run?


 
Posted : 18/05/2017 8:47 pm
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About 10 metres


 
Posted : 18/05/2017 8:54 pm

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