I'll soon need to get my new 12x8 shed wired up, but haven't much of a clue about certain things and regulations, so I have some questions!
I've buried 18amp armoured-cable from the house to the shed (about 50ft) and will get a qualified spark to connect it all up.
First though, I want recommendations for a suitable CU - I want to run a
2kw convector heater, 3 or 4 4ft fluorescents and 2 or 3 twin plug-sockets. I may also want to install security lighting on the outside, and possibly at a later date, run power from here to my other shed, just for lighting and a cheap PIR-type alarm.Would the armoured-cable be best passed through the floor of the shed and connected to the CU inside, or would it terminate in a some sort of box attached to the shed outside?
Also, what type of cable would I use between the house CU and the armoured cable (3 or 4 yds), which I presume will be connected via box on the wall where it enters the house.
Can anyone recommend an electrician in Tameside (east Manchester)?
Also, where can I learn about CUs and relevant terminology (MCBs RCDs etc)? Sorry for all the questions.
Thanks for any advice.