Outdoor lighting - no waterproof junction boxes

[Richard Daniels]

So these are on stairs. Is there no side or rear access at all?

Are they inside or out?

So the lights are outside in the garden. The stairs have been built and paved so no access at all.

The electrician came over and instructed the Landscaper with what he needed bit it feels like not much thought went into the planming phase.

Will the gel help? Or will it still be unsafe?

 

[Midwest]

A hole in a wall is not really a joint box. The gel & brick will eventually part company. What's on the other side of that taped up connector? Details of luminaire?

 

[Devonchris]

am I wrong is assuming these lights are 12v and are fed from a transformer which is accessible?

 

[Midwest]

am I wrong is assuming these lights are 12v and are fed from a transformer which is accessible?

Think it says 230V on side of lamp, but patiently waiting for OP to provide details.

 

[Wilko]

My 20p worth - not practical to seal the junction, so that light is now junk. Hopefully the new one comes with a metre of flex and it can be pulled through the "step" and a proper IP rated jb fitted somewhere.

 

[Flanders]

It not correct , should have used one of these , unless of course there is 3 cables at each point , ,more thought should of gone into the design of the install if that's the case

IP68 Waterproof 3 Pole Plug and Socket Cable Connector 32A 450Vac - http://sinolec.co.uk/en/rewirable-socket-plugs/1211474--ip68-waterproof-3-pole-plug-and-socket-cable-connector-32a-450vac.html?utm_source=GoogleShopping&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=ExportPrestashop&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIpMbvrOb-1QIVjpTtCh3QFALPEAQYASABEgLVcPD_BwE

 

[Richard Daniels]

A hole in a wall is not really a joint box. The gel & brick will eventually part company. What's on the other side of that taped up connector? Details of luminaire?

Knightsbridge LEDM06 - link below.

0.6W LED Mini Ground Light White with 3 Interchangeable Heads | City Electrical Factors - http://www.cef.co.uk/catalogue/products/3871327-0-6w-led-mini-ground-light-white-c-w-3-interchangable-heads

No transformer, fed straight from mains.

Otherside of the junction box is the cable coming from the brickwork which is now not accessible.

 

[DPG]

Agree with above - stick a waterproof plug and socket coupler on. Damp is bound to get into those joints at some point.

 

[Midwest]

Think you would struggle, leaving one of those in that brick wall. I sense this job needs a bit of a revaluation.

 

[Midwest]

Knightsbridge LEDM06 - link below.

0.6W LED Mini Ground Light White with 3 Interchangeable Heads | City Electrical Factors - http://www.cef.co.uk/catalogue/products/3871327-0-6w-led-mini-ground-light-white-c-w-3-interchangable-heads

No transformer, fed straight from mains.

Otherside of the junction box is the cable coming from the brickwork which is now not accessible.

Are your sure that is the exact fitting? The manufacturers data sheet suggests it must be earthed, although it confuses things by saying its Class III and 230V?

The luminaire in your picture suggests its double insulated Class II and doesn't require earthing, your picture suggests the lead doesn't have an earth wire. This needs clarification?