Outside Light Wiring

[DagenhamDave]

I am replacing an outside light (lantern with 100w bulb) and have found two cables terminating at the back of the light into choc block. Is there an accepted method for this? I was expecting the connections for circuit and switch to be made in a junction box and then a single cable taken to the lamp.

Thanks

 

[BJS_Spark]

This is an accepted method to bring the supply and switch wire into the lantern for connection as this allows flexibility in the wiring eg. security lights which may need permanent live feed.
It also allows the connections to be easily accesable which may not be possible dependant on the location of a JB.

Check the IP rating of the new fitting you are putting up and beware part peeeee

 

[DagenhamDave]

So I'll just put all the reds together.....(joke!!)

Thanks for the info