Re: Re: running cat5e outside

["James Hoye" <james.hoye@xxxxxxx>]

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> I have similar issue in that need to run 3XCT100 and 4XCat5 from loft
> space to lounge, modern dry lined house makes this a pain in the
> backside.
>
> Does anybody know of a conduit big enoough to take this combination
> that is suitable for exterior and underground use.
>
> Being fussy it would be nice if it didn't look to conspicuous, LOL

20mm conduit will _just_ accommodate 4 x CAT5 provided (i) there are no
bends in the conduit, and (ii) you have the patience of a saint.  25mm
should be much better - but you would need two runs as you won't squeeze
the
CT100 in one too.

Galvanised steel is suitable for exterior walls - but requires specialised
bending and threading tools.  Why not use some drainpipe?  That can be
disguised to appear as part of the rainwater collection system if you are
devious enough, and can also be buried.  40mm waste pipe could also do the
trick.

Mark Harrison is using ventilation ducting (rectangular section) which has
handy couplings, bends etc. available off the shelf.  It could be difficult
to hide though - depends on your house construction materials.

James H