Is this product code compliant?


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Old 06-02-20, 11:57 AM
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Is this product code compliant?

https://www.hubbell.com/raco/en/Prod.../405/p/1670208

If you use 14/2 NMB you need 6 cubic inches.

This box is 6.5 cubic inches.

BUT with the internal clamp you lose 2 cubic inches according to code.
 
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Old 06-02-20, 12:42 PM
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The cable itself counts as 6 including the ground. You have no room to add a switch or second cable. I don't see a use for that box.
 
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Old 06-02-20, 01:26 PM
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I'm using it for a light sconce with a pipe behind it.
 
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Old 06-02-20, 03:26 PM
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In that application.... with no device..... it is code compliant.
 
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Old 06-02-20, 03:39 PM
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If the light sconce has a rated wiring volume you should be able to count it.
 
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Old 06-02-20, 03:47 PM
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Doesn't the internal cable clamp reduce the cubic inches of the box?
 
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Old 06-02-20, 04:29 PM
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There are many other boxes that are the same size as those. Is your wall extra shallow?
 
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Old 06-02-20, 05:59 PM
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Wall has a big pipe behind it.

Thats the issue.
 
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Old 06-02-20, 06:28 PM
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How much space is between the pipe and the face of the stud? If you are running a single cable into the box many times a shallow pan box works well. https://www.homedepot.com/p/4-in-Dra...8293/100574367

I have also recently found a pancake box that is for remodeling: https://www.menards.com/main/electri...6260502045.htm but has a slightly larger flange that bay not be hidden behind some smaller sconces.

Also, the canopy of the light fixture will accommodate some of the wiring.
 
 

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