Solar Light for Shed

[Jordan MacGregor]

Hi, I bought a solar light for inside my shed. It has a detachable solar panel with a ~3m cable. The shed is just shiplap clad, what's the best way to run the cable for the solar panel outside? i.e. what cable glands for sealing the hole for the cable would people recommend to use to stop water getting in? The cable is around 15mm diameter at it's widest point (the male end for connecting the solar panel is a laptop charger style connector). Cable itself is probably only around 5-6mm dia.

I've seen these things on Screwfix, has anyone got any pics on how to use them (i know it'll be simple enough, i'm just curious)
: https://www.screwfix.com/p/british-general-semi-blind-fire-retardant-grommets-13-pcs/9638p

Thanks in advance, Jordan

 

[Taylortwocities]

Run your cable from the roof, down a couple of inches and then up and in to the shed. That creates a drip loop so water won’t run in. No glands needed.
Like this.

 

[SUNRAY]

If its prefabricated is there any space above the wall

 

[Jordan MacGregor]

@SUNRAY Nah unfortunately not an option, thanks for suggestion though

@Taylortwocities Yeah, that's a good shout. If i drill at a slight angle (the right way) that should stop moisture ingress as well i guess.

Perfect, thanks folks.