Installing wiring wired video door bell

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Hi

I want to install a wired video door bell, the problem is how to supply power. I want to use the power from nearby light, pls see photo, the light switch is always on as its a sensor PIR light. The adapter is as shown in the photo, I want to open the adapter which is coneveniently easy by removing screws and use the main feed connector to link to the light feed; the planned set up as in the last photo. I will have to find a way to fix the adapter on the wall. The area is like a porch so no risk of rain water.

Any issues with the above plan?

Thanks

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I would not recommend altering the transformer. Use a normal socket and fit something like this so that the lighting circuit can't be overloaded by someone who is not aware of how it is connected
https://www.amazon.co.uk/PlugMinder-Lockable-Double-Socket-transformer/dp/B0DJBMH2NK/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?adgrpid=185324584525&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oLurFeIFxS1P27C-CFDDaDNu-D-_E1mllHSSqqm7UzwAISVVWqYLogzZmNVkIbdqMdtcC8ePYauswQvMO5eklUYU_a5e5lRRSZgD38SUQP4w44kwVMOAUxVVn04WmOX5B4RZZpQe-DdDcYtSKuSM4lGEzEX2ML4N0JA8VSZTuzY9aIWIuBgD8Krb4KxkyC_Tp3u0-Sdq9w1Oz1RAHVchAoKcD_qsSdzfqtj1rHbcq3HnSCsM9DcUi-OHVM_WKWDlESJ0LSCWEEHX9hEEa7a2xXnmHxNY31nF-qV2A9KVofI.7YvDdjP3D0tfDsayQ_Gkpq42YPkF4zN1QuiYYuIsI9w&dib_tag=se&gad_source=1&hvadid=793406630622&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9214720&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=5375901788315433801--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=5375901788315433801&hvtargid=kwd-298465795418&hydadcr=25803_2919705_377540&keywords=lockable%2Bsocket%2Bbox&mcid=f65342362ec134df8a7d5a5297ab044b&qid=1787828756&sr=8-1-spons&aref=xX28WpmOK1&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1
 
jj4091 said:
I would not recommend altering the transformer. Use a normal socket and fit something like this so that the lighting circuit can't be overloaded by someone who is not aware of how it is connected
https://www.amazon.co.uk/PlugMinder-Lockable-Double-Socket-transformer/dp/B0DJBMH2NK/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?adgrpid=185324584525&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oLurFeIFxS1P27C-CFDDaDNu-D-_E1mllHSSqqm7UzwAISVVWqYLogzZmNVkIbdqMdtcC8ePYauswQvMO5eklUYU_a5e5lRRSZgD38SUQP4w44kwVMOAUxVVn04WmOX5B4RZZpQe-DdDcYtSKuSM4lGEzEX2ML4N0JA8VSZTuzY9aIWIuBgD8Krb4KxkyC_Tp3u0-Sdq9w1Oz1RAHVchAoKcD_qsSdzfqtj1rHbcq3HnSCsM9DcUi-OHVM_WKWDlESJ0LSCWEEHX9hEEa7a2xXnmHxNY31nF-qV2A9KVofI.7YvDdjP3D0tfDsayQ_Gkpq42YPkF4zN1QuiYYuIsI9w&dib_tag=se&gad_source=1&hvadid=793406630622&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9214720&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=5375901788315433801--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=5375901788315433801&hvtargid=kwd-298465795418&hydadcr=25803_2919705_377540&keywords=lockable%2Bsocket%2Bbox&mcid=f65342362ec134df8a7d5a5297ab044b&qid=1787828756&sr=8-1-spons&aref=xX28WpmOK1&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1
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Just a friendly suggestion, whenever posting links, for example, Amazon or Screwfix, delete everything after the item number/code. Saves humungous links....

 
jj4091 said:
I would not recommend altering the transformer. Use a normal socket and fit something like this so that the lighting circuit can't be overloaded by someone who is not aware of how it is connected
https://www.amazon.co.uk/PlugMinder-Lockable-Double-Socket-transformer/dp/B0DJBMH2NK/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?adgrpid=185324584525&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oLurFeIFxS1P27C-CFDDaDNu-D-_E1mllHSSqqm7UzwAISVVWqYLogzZmNVkIbdqMdtcC8ePYauswQvMO5eklUYU_a5e5lRRSZgD38SUQP4w44kwVMOAUxVVn04WmOX5B4RZZpQe-DdDcYtSKuSM4lGEzEX2ML4N0JA8VSZTuzY9aIWIuBgD8Krb4KxkyC_Tp3u0-Sdq9w1Oz1RAHVchAoKcD_qsSdzfqtj1rHbcq3HnSCsM9DcUi-OHVM_WKWDlESJ0LSCWEEHX9hEEa7a2xXnmHxNY31nF-qV2A9KVofI.7YvDdjP3D0tfDsayQ_Gkpq42YPkF4zN1QuiYYuIsI9w&dib_tag=se&gad_source=1&hvadid=793406630622&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9214720&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=5375901788315433801--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=5375901788315433801&hvtargid=kwd-298465795418&hydadcr=25803_2919705_377540&keywords=lockable%2Bsocket%2Bbox&mcid=f65342362ec134df8a7d5a5297ab044b&qid=1787828756&sr=8-1-spons&aref=xX28WpmOK1&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1
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That won't look nice But I see what your point. I am only changing the way the 240V is supplied to the adapter. How about to use a 5A in line fuse connected to the live; which is similar in functioning to your suggestion?
 
yartin said:
That won't look nice But I see what your point. I am only changing the way the 240V is supplied to the adapter. How about to use a 5A in line fuse connected to the live; which is similar in functioning to your suggestion?
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How about using one of these
 
yartin said:
Hi

I want to install a wired video door bell, the problem is how to supply power. I want to use the power from nearby light, pls see photo, the light switch is always on as its a sensor PIR light. The adapter is as shown in the photo, I want to open the adapter which is coneveniently easy by removing screws and use the main feed connector to link to the light feed; the planned set up as in the last photo. I will have to find a way to fix the adapter on the wall. The area is like a porch so no risk of rain water.

Any issues with the above plan?

Thanks

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I'm not familiar with them but if the ring doorbell in picture has a plug in power supply and a lead to connect to the doorbell ?

That would be the best diy option for powered doorbell as no wiring alteration needed
 

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