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Outdoor sockets with timers
Can anyone recommend a decent waterproof outdoor socket with a timer that isn't likely to jam? It's mainly for use with Christmas lights and possibly for watering the garden in summer.
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"Hi, the cheapest and best way is to fit an outdoor socket outlet off a clean supply from DB and install
Timer in board or adjacent."
Timer in board or adjacent."
Answered on 20th Nov 2022 - Member since Jan 2020 -
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"Hi MK weather seal this has a timer onesie and socket next to it or buy an empty weatherproof box and put in a cheaper timer socket... But MK are still the best"
Answered on 17th Nov 2022 - Member since Oct 2019 -
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"This is possible by using good quality timers at the source of electrical supply( consumer unit )
The wiring into the external waterproof socket is controlled by the timer and trip protected 30ma RCCD, fuse rated dependant on lighting load."
The wiring into the external waterproof socket is controlled by the timer and trip protected 30ma RCCD, fuse rated dependant on lighting load."
Answered on 17th Nov 2022 - Member since Oct 2022 -
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"Click offer you a range of wifi external sockets easy to program on your smart phone"
Answered on 2nd Dec 2022 - Member since Dec 2022 -
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"The problem you will have, is mechanical timers are renound to going faulty in damp conditions.
I would advise a IP65 socket outside, with a digital control timmer inside, this would be a better option, if space and wiring allows."
I would advise a IP65 socket outside, with a digital control timmer inside, this would be a better option, if space and wiring allows."
Answered on 17th Nov 2022 - Member since Aug 2022 -
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"You may need double socket with RCD protection outside in your Garden"
Answered on 2nd Jul 2023 - Member since May 2023 -
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