Extension lead query

[Caws]

I have an outdoor extension lead which I use for power tools in the shed.
I've just got it out to use something and noticed it's got a split in the cable. It looks like it's got trapped in the shed door at some time. One bit is badly dented, and one bit has a hairline crack right through the outer casing.
I'll try to attach a photo in a minute.
Next door neighbour says it's nothing as the inside isn't damaged and to just duct tape and carry on.
My inner worry-monster says I need a new one in case moisture gets inside.
Who is right?

 

[Deleted member 174758]

Technically you are - damage such as that would probably be a fail on a PAT test. How about cutting the cable back and refitting the end? Are you running through an RCD plug? This is always a good idea when working g outdoors

 

[Caws]

Yes. I could cut it back but then it won't reach into the shed. Looks like I'll have to replace it.

 

[Taylortwocities]

Use one of these.
https://www.screwfix.com/p/teetube-ip68-3-pole-in-line-cable-joint/92911?_requestid=137358

Meerkat

• Taylortwocities
• 11 Dec 2009
• 53

Simples!

 

[Caws]

Thanks!

 

[winston1]

Are you running through an RCD plug? This is always a good idea when working g outdoors

Only if the circuit is not already protected by an RCD, which it should be.

 

[Caws]

Ooh, so I don't need a seperate rcd?

 

[winston1]

Ooh, so I don't need a seperate rcd?

No. You'd have to to reset in the event of a fault.

 

[RF Lighting]

There’s no harm at all in having a separate RCD. Think of it as belt and braces.

 

[Caws]

True, I might as well make use of it.