Multi 16 amp distribution board

[kenmac]

Hi can anyone give me a link/instructions on how to make a board for our Christmas lights.
At the moment I have 3 fixed outdoor waterproof 13amp sockets running off our unused 45amp cooker point & would like to still use the point but would like it to be safer & more organised as all the lights have trailing 16 amp plugs & sockets on them.

 

[ban-all-sheds]

Given outdoor lighting of that nature, and the fact that you have to ask for instructions on how to build a distribution board, the only safe and sensible advice is please get an electrician.

 

[kenmac]

If I could afford a sparky I wouldnt be asking on how to make one.
I have a good idea on how to do it but thought I'd ask first to make sure I'm making it right.

 

[ban-all-sheds]

But you can afford several kW of outside lighting not made for domestic use.

 

[kenmac]

3 amp fused Rope silhouette lights are commercial only then !!

 

[ban-all-sheds]

3 amp fused Rope silhouette lights...

all the lights have trailing 16 amp plugs & sockets on them...

 

[slup]

Ex-council ones? All the Xmas lights round here have 16A plugs on them.

 

[flameport]

Hi can anyone give me a link/instructions on how to make a board for our Christmas lights.

Such items are not generally made from parts, they are purchased as pre-assembled and tested items:
http://essentialsupplies.co.uk/acatalog/16a_Distro_.html

While it is possible to buy the individual sockets, cable, plug, internal wiring/connection and a waterproof enclosure, this is likely to cost more than a manufactured unit, plus there is the time taken to assemble and test it, assuming you actually have the required test equipment and know how to use it.

 

[bernardgreen]

Ready made units from here

http://www.olson.co.uk/power_management.htm

You do have an RCD in the feed to the lamps don't you ? You need it to ensure safety.

 

[timtheenchanter]

http://www.rubberbox.co.uk/on-the-shelf/index.php

last time I looked at this type of thing, although I can safely make them up, test etc the parts alone at trade price were more expensive than buying a ready made box.