Fitting a light over a conduit junction box

[phatboy]

Hi,

I am replacing a light for my brother in a flat, which has been wired in singles in round conduit. Where each ceiling light goes is a plastic junction box. The standard lights simply attach into this via 2 bolts, however the light he has chosen is too narrow to be able to connect like this.

Whats the best way to work around this? I thought of getting a lid for the box and attaching the light to this, but I don't think the lid will be strong enough to support the weight of the fitting.

Is there something else I can use, other than having to cut a piece of wood to cover the whole, paint it and make a hole for the cables to come through?

Thanks

 

[Chri5]

Pretty sure these fit, I've seen them used (but haven't used them myself)

http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/LDMC11E.html

 

[plugwash]

Having a big plug in lump on the ceiling with a flex running to the actual light fitting may be tolerated in an industrial/commercial environment but I doubt many people would want it in their home.

I find it pretty unlikely though that a conduit box lid wouldn't be strong enough to support a light fitting.

 

[Taylortwocities]

Pretty sure these fit, I've seen them used (but haven't used them myself)

http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Products/LDMC11E.html

Yes, they are a good chunky metal solution, if the light is a PENDANT.
If not, you can get metal lids for BESA boxes.
http://www.screwfix.com/p/galvanise...Nq1knZ0bnLDGPvqWJSQxfmG4gLZPQkF4JH!2068607325

 

[securespark]

Really need pictures to make an accurate comment.