INSTALLING THE NEW BG Storm OUTDOOR SOCKET: The Top Tips

The new BG Storm Outdoor Socket is packed full of innovative design features. The updated version of this popular IP66 13A socket includes a clever quarter-turn front cover fixing, robust cable grip and a smart socket option.

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00:00 Installing a BG Storm IP66 Double Socket
00:33 Safe isolation procedure
00:46 How does the IP sealing work.
01:23 Drain point and fixing positions
03:00 Sealing the rear cable entry
03:55 Mounting to the wall
04:24 Connecting the socket
05:06 Captive colour-coded connections
06:04 New quarter turn fixings
06:14 Top tip for repairing holes in brickwork
06:48 Innovative locking mechanism
07:04 Cover lock option
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[Rk-w]

No Gary, the sun came out to see how nicely you installed it!

[calvinhale]

Gaz was born with laser levels in his eyes, spirit levels are for mere mortals. The Chuck Norris of the electrical world.

Nice install 👌🏻 great tips aswell.

[CHLER.]

I installed one of these earlier this year. I used a bit of 20mm pvc pipe to run through into the house and into the box using silicone on the inside and outside of the box aswell as on the house

[kevy]

Doesn’t drilling the drain hole ruin the IP rating and provide a sanctuary for many many insects? An M12 or M20 breather valve allows for pressure compensation whilst maintaining the IP rating

Personally I prefer the Click outdoor sockets as the mounting holes aren’t part of the main enclosure, and use stainless steel screws to mount them (selection and erection, external influences etc.)

[davidb]

Finally, proper clips. Other versions of the BG socket the clips are terrible! Ended up changing it for an MK!

[SimonPrice-oxbl]

Great video. Some good pointers and nice to see the conductors doubled over.

[thegreatdivideuk]

Click external sockets are far superior. Fixing holes are not located inside and a substantial rubber back plate seals the unit against the brick work. No need for silicone. Wouldn’t consider using any other make.

[steve]

Looks good, fitted quite a few of the BG outdoor sockets and this looks like an improvement.. I always silicone the top and sides of the socket between the socket and wall, not the bottom side as helps not allowing water to go down the back and any water that does can come out the bottom..

[leeedwards]

Just the video I was after. Bought these sockets but couldn't find the little black plugs to cover the screws. Also, would you mind telling me which silicone you used? I believe it says, non setting. Thanks

[tomcobblie]

I too have recently installed the BG outdoor socket as per the video, but what was disappointing with the knockouts around the sides of the back box that are ever so easily just push out rendering the IP rating "0" The fact that this is so easy reduces its robustness in service.

[Dog-whisperer]

Excellent demonstration Gaz, I am waiting a delivery of one of those so I change the one I already have which is cracked so I have to replace it. Nice touch with the brick dust 👍, not sure about the drain off hole as we know water will always find a way in . And does it not compromise the IP rating Nes Pah .
Fantastic video as always Gaz.

[Mike_]

This is exactly the kit you need to ensure long term reliability

[carlitosway]

Can you let me know the name of the product and where the same one demonstrated in the video can be purchased from please.. Thanks..

[pc]

I noticed at the end of the video it was screwed to the fence. I need one for a water feature, can I attach it to my fence ? Thanks

[martinw]

Any comments regarding running cable through a cavity wall? With conduit through the wall or not? Angling the hole away from the socket to prevent condensation tracking back into the socket?

[AintBigAintClever]

Nice clips. I've got an MK on the side of my shed and one of the clips has already broken through not an awful lot of use.

[thunderchild]

Can I use this just to pop plug inside after use during summer as I dont have outside plugs

[romford]

I currently have a length of twin and earth running from a dedicated switch just inside my back door out to an external light. There is a double socket next to this switch that is connected to it by a few inches of cable inside the wall. If I wanted to use this existing length of twin and earth for an exterior socket, instead of the outside light (ie cut it just outside the wall and connect up as shown in this excellent video) would that work ok? Obviously I realise I'd lose the light but an outdoor socket would be much more useful anyway, especially as some more decorative lights can be used in this way. Thanks in advance for any responses.

[JasonShinks]

Very well explained. Wish I watched this *before* I fitted two of them using guesswork 🤣

[donestelle]

Nice job! the only thing I would have done besides is run some Silicone above the cable entry eather above the rear entry point or near the top deflect any water running behind the box!